Dental Assistant Instructor (Part-Time)

PMI; Georgia; On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) Plan with match

Texas Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute Houston campus is seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor (24 hours/week) to deliver morning and afternoon lectures and hands-on labs on-site in Houston, TX. The instructor will ensure regulatory ratios, teach four-handed and six-handed dentistry, radiography, and lab safety while guiding adult learners toward successful dental assisting careers.

The role requires completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program and 3+ years of related training; Texas

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program recognized by USDE or CHEA.
• Minimum of three years of job-related training and experience in dental assisting for non-graduates.
• Active Texas state registration/credential required by law to work as a Dental Assistant.
• CDA/RDA or licensed dentist credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver morning and afternoon lectures and hands-on lab sessions.
• Design and deliver engaging lesson plans for diverse learners.
• Instruct students in four-handed and six-handed dentistry principles.
• Maintain regulatory instructor-to-student ratios in class and labs.
• Grade classwork and labs within 72 hours with constructive feedback.
• Maintain office hours to advise students and support progress.
• Supervise externships and coordinate guest speakers.
• Periodically evaluate facilities and equipment for updates.

Skills

Teaching

Lab supervision

Clinical instruction

Infection control

Equipment operation

Communication

Education

Dental Assistant program accreditation

Three years dental assisting training/experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Location: Houston, TX Campus | 100% On-Site

Schedule: Morning & Afternoon Schedule

Compensation: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour

Position Summary

If you enjoy training new employees, you’ll love sharing your Dental Assisting knowledge and clinical skills! Pima Medical Institute is seeking an engaging Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor (24 hours/week) to join our Houston campus faculty team.

In this key instructional role, you will deliver morning and afternoon lectures and hands-on lab sessions to ensure compliance with program regulatory instructor-to-student ratios . You will instruct adult learners in four-handed and six-handed dentistry principles, chairside procedures, dental radiography, and lab safety protocols while preparing them for successful dental assisting careers.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery & Chairside Labs:

Lesson Delivery: Design and deliver engaging lesson plans utilizing diverse teaching techniques to accommodate various learning styles and student needs.

Clinical & Didactic Training: Instruct students in didactic concepts and hands-on chairside labs, demonstrating four-handed and six-handed dentistry techniques, infection control, and equipment operation.

Ratio & Lab Supervision: Serve as a morning and afternoon instructor to maintain required regulatory instructor-to-student ratios across classroom and lab settings .

Evaluation & Feedback: Grade classwork, practical lab assessments, and assignments within 72 hours, providing constructive feedback.

Academic Advising: Maintain regularly scheduled face-to-face office hours to advise students, support academic progress, and address behavioral concerns promptly.

Externship & Community Outreach: Supervise student externship experiences, coordinate guest speakers, and arrange clinic and dental office visits.

Curriculum & Facilities: Periodically evaluate facilities and equipment regarding modern dental assisting concepts, recommending course material updates through established channels.

Education & Training:

Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program recognized by USDE or CHEA (or equivalent recognized hospital/international program); OR

Minimum of three (3) years of job-related training and experience in dental assisting for non-graduates.

Occupational Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of practical, occupational experience in dental assisting.

Licensure & Credentials:

Nationally Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), or Licensed Dentist (Dentists exempt from CDA/RDA credential).

Active Texas state registration/credential required by law to work as a Dental Assistant.

Clinical Competency: Proficient in didactic and clinical four-handed and six-handed dentistry principles and aware of Texas state regulatory requirements governing dental assisting.

Technical Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or Google Workspace.

Hiring Range: $20.80 to $24.96 per hour.

Schedule: Part-Time (24 hours per week).

Employee Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—build equity in your future.

Retirement: 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match.

Benefits: Texas Paid Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Discount Programs.

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