Dental Assistant Instructor - Lexington, KY

Zollege; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-person teaching

12-week program

Hands-on clinical training

Job summary

Lexington Dental Assistant School is seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor to lead a 12-week hands-on clinical training program in Lexington, KY. The role involves demonstrating chairside procedures, teaching radiology fundamentals, and coaching students during lab practice.

You will provide performance feedback, uphold infection control standards, and foster a structured learning environment. The schedule is Saturdays 7:00am–6:15pm with possible morning/afternoon variations, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience (DA, RDA, EFDA welcomed).
• Active Radiology Certification required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Strong communicator able to explain procedures to learners.
• Able to commute to Lexington, KY 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

Chairside procedures

Teaching

Communication

Mentoring

Time management

Education

DA/RDA/EFDA certification

Active Radiology Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Tools

Dentrix

Radiology equipment handling

Job description

Description

• Schedule: Saturdays, 7:00am – 6:15pm (breaks included). Note: teaching schedule may vary based on morning and/or afternoon class availability.
• Location: Lexington, KY 40324 (In-Person)
• Compensation: $21–$24/hr, depending on experience

Lexington Dental Assistant School

Lexington Dental Assistant School is hiring a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor for our ongoing 12-week hands-on clinical training programs.

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 — 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 Lexington Dental Assistant School

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

• 5+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience (DA, RDA, or EFDA welcome)
• 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