Dental Assistant Instructor – Substitute

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings; Colorado Springs (CO); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 34.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Pima Medical Institute in Colorado Springs offers a part-time, on-site Dental Assistant Instructor – Substitute role with flexible schedules and a pay rate of $22.88–$24.96 per hour. This is a PRN opportunity to share expertise with the next generation of dental professionals on a schedule that fits your life.

We seek a credentialed dental professional to design lessons, mentor students, and supervise didactic and clinical training, including four-handed/six-handed dentistry.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience in Dental Assisting.
• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program OR minimum 3 years of job-related training and experience.
• Current credential as a CDA, RDA, or Licensed Dentist.
• Working knowledge of Colorado state requirements governing dental assisting programs.
• Proficiency in didactic and clinical four-handed/six-handed dentistry.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and dental software.

Aufgaben

• Design and deliver engaging lessons in dental subjects, appealing to various learning styles.
• Train students in didactic and clinical four-handed/six-handed dentistry principles, ensuring they meet professional standards.
• Evaluate student coursework within a 72-hour window and maintain office hours to advise and mentor students.
• Supervise student externship experiences and maintain connections with local dental offices and clinics.
• Arrange guest speakers and field trips to local clinics to help students build professional networks.
• Participate in faculty meetings, advisory boards, and campus graduations.
• Manage student files, attendance records, and early alerts accurately and on time.
• Provide lab assistance and substitute coverage as needed.

Kenntnisse

Dental assisting

Four-handed dentistry

Office software

Ausbildung

Accredited Dental Assistant program

3 years job-related training/experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Dental software

Jobbeschreibung

Posting Details

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Colorado Springs Campus
  COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80919, USA
• On-site
• Faculty All Others
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: DENTA008198

Description

Dental Assistant Instructor – Substitute Location: Pima Medical Institute - Colorado Springs Campus | On-Site Position Type: Part-Time, Substitute/PRN (As Needed) Compensation: $22.88-24.96 per hour

Pima Medical Institute is seeking an experienced and credentialed Dental Assistant to serve as a Substitute Instructor at our Colorado Springs campus. If you are the person in your office everyone goes to for training and clinical advice, you already have the heart of an instructor. This is a flexible opportunity to share your expertise with the next generation of dental professionals — on a schedule that works around your life.

Schedule Options

• Morning and afternoon shifts as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging lessons in dental subjects, appealing to various learning styles.
• Train students in didactic and clinical four-handed/six-handed dentistry principles, ensuring they meet professional standards.
• Evaluate student coursework within a 72-hour window and maintain office hours to advise and mentor students.
• Supervise student externship experiences and maintain connections with local dental offices and clinics.
• Arrange guest speakers and field trips to local clinics to help students build professional networks.
• Participate in faculty meetings, advisory boards, and campus graduations.
• Manage student files, attendance records, and early alerts accurately and on time.
• Provide lab assistance and substitute coverage as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience in Dental Assisting.
• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program OR minimum 3 years of job-related training and experience.
• Current credential as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), or Licensed Dentist.
• Working knowledge of Colorado state requirements governing dental assisting programs.
• Proficiency in didactic and clinical four-handed/six-handed dentistry.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and dental software.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $22.88-24.96 per hour.
• Flexible, as-needed scheduling with morning or afternoon availability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.