Dental Assistant Instructor - Substitute

Pima-Medical-Institute; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Phoenix, AZ seeks an experienced Dental Assistant to serve as a substitute instructor, teaching in both classroom and clinical settings.

You will follow the existing lesson plans, supervise hands-on lab work, take attendance, and help students progress. Eligibility includes graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program or 3 years of related experience, plus CDA/RDA or dentist credentials as applicable.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program (or equivalent recognized training) OR a minimum of three years of related experience for non-accredited program graduates.
• At least two years of practical experience in Dental Assisting.
• Knowledge of state requirements for dental assisting programs.
• Proficiency in four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow the existing lesson plan and course syllabus.
• Supervise and guide students through hands-on lab work when teaching in a lab setting.
• Take attendance and manage classroom order.
• Provide on-the-spot clarification and support.
• Collect assignments and document student progress.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Dental assisting

Four-handed dentistry

Education

accredited Dental Assistant program / equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Dental Assistant Instructor - Substitute

Job Category: Faculty All Others

Requisition Number: DENTA008020

• Posted : August 5, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

We are hiring a Dental Assistant who loves teaching and training employees and students!
Share your knowledge and expertise in a classroom and clinical setting.

Location: 13430 N Black Canyon, Phoenix, AZ
Schedule: 8 am to 12 Noon|As Needed
Hiring Range: $20.80 - $24.96 per hour

Class Responsibilities (as a substitute)

• Follow the existing lesson plan and course syllabus.
• Supervise and guide students through hands-on lab work when teaching in a lab setting.
• Take attendance and manage classroom order.
• Provide on-the-spot clarification and support.
• Collect assignments and document student progress.

Core Competencies

Effective lesson planning and execution

Ability to assess student knowledge and design remediation strategies

Role model of professionalism and dedication to the profession

Engaging and supportive teaching environment

Proficient in creating and administering evaluations

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Excel, and PowerPoint

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program (or equivalent recognized training) OR a minimum of three years of related experience for non-accredited program graduates.

At least two years of practical experience in Dental Assisting.

Knowledge of state requirements for dental assisting programs.

Proficiency in four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry practices.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Required Licenses, Certifications or Registrations

Nationally Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), or licensed dentist (CDA or RDA credentials not required for dentists).

Current license, certification, or credential per local, state, or federal regulations for the Dental Assistant field.

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