Dental Assistant Instructor - Lee’s Summit, MO

Zollege; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Kansas City Dental Assistant School - Lee's Summit is seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor to lead a 12-week hands-on clinical training program in Lee's Summit, MO. The role focuses on chairside procedures, radiology fundamentals, and student coaching during lab practice.

You'll maintain infection control, provide feedback, and foster a structured learning environment, with Saturdays 7:00 am–6:30 pm, in-person.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience.
• Active Radiology Certification.
• CPR/BLS Certification.
• Strong communicator: able to explain clinical procedures clearly to learners.
• Able to commute to Lee’s Summit location.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate chairside procedures and clinical techniques.
• Teach radiology fundamentals and safety protocols.
• Coach students during hands-on lab practice.
• Provide performance feedback and skills assessments.
• Maintain infection control and classroom safety standards.
• Foster a supportive, structured learning environment.

Skills

Dental assisting

Radiology certification

CPR/BLS certification

Communication

Job description

Kansas City Dental Assistant School - Lee's Summit is hiring a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor for our ongoing 12-week hands-on clinical training programs.

• Schedule: Saturdays, 7:00 am – 6:30pm (breaks included). Note: teaching schedule may vary based on morning and/or afternoon class availability.

• Location: Lee’s Summit, MO 64063 (In-Person)

• Compensation: $22-$28, depending on experience.

What You'll Do

• Demonstrate chairside procedures and clinical techniques

• Teach radiology fundamentals and safety protocols

• Coach students during hands-on lab practice

• Provide performance feedback and skills assessments

• Maintain infection control and classroom safety standards

• Foster a supportive, structured learning environment

Who This Is For

Dental assistants — DA, RDA or EFDA welcomed — who want to keep practicing during the week while stepping into a mentorship role on Saturdays and who are ready to make an impact beyond the chair.

Why Kansas City Dental Assistant School - Lee's Summit

Part of Zollege Healthcare Career School, founded in 2010. Over 20,000 students trained nationwide through an accelerated, hands-on model built around working professionals.

When you teach here, you're not filling a shift — you're shaping careers.

• Structured curriculum — you're supported, not starting from scratch

• Consistent Saturday schedule

• Leadership role without leaving clinical practice

• Mission-driven organization focused on accessible healthcare education

Requirements

• 2+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience

• Active Radiology Certification

• CPR/BLS Certification

• Strong communicator: able to explain clinical procedures clearly to learners with no prior experience

• Able to commute to location(s)

Nice-to-haves: prior teaching or mentoring experience, Dentrix familiarity, leadership background

• Able to teach in person at 325 Wilson St, Lee’s Summit