Dental Assistant Lab Teacher

College of Western Idaho; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of Western Idaho seeks a part-time Dental Assistant laboratory Teacher to deliver courses using diverse teaching methods. Candidates must hold a CDA, have teaching experience, and reside in Idaho. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to empower students in their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) required.
• 3 years experience in the dental profession.
• Ability to use various teaching methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned laboratory courses per CWI catalog.
• Monitor and record student progress.
• Participate in instructional evaluation processes.

Skills

Teaching Methodologies

Sensitivity to Diverse Backgrounds

Professional Growth

Education

Postsecondary Limited Occupational Specialist Certificate

Course in Education Methodology

Tools

Dental Software

Blackboard

Job description

More Than Just a Job

Get started on your future at CWI, and join us in empowering lives and our community.

College of Western Idaho (CWI) is committed to empowering students to succeed by providing affordable and accessible education to advance the local and global workforce.

Offering premier programs and degrees that make a difference, CWI remains a top choice for higher education in the Treasure Valley. Empowering the community one student at a time, CWI moves fearlessly forward paving the way to bold new futures with flexible options, exceptional tuition value, and support every step of the way.

The College of Western Idaho is looking for a Dental Assistant laboratory Teacher to teach assigned laboratory courses in accordance with established policies and guidelines. Successful candidates are required to use the Blackboard learning platform for grading, posting office hours, making announcements, etc. This is a part time position not to exceed 19.5 hours per week, for the fall and spring semester. The successful candidate may be asked to teach M-F during the day at the Ada campus. To reach a broad range of students, the College of Western Idaho encourages instructors to explore alternative teaching styles and methods.

Essential Functions:

• Teaches contracted credit load of courses in accordance with the descriptions published in the CWI catalog
• Utilizes outcomes assessment measures
• Participates in instructional evaluation processes
• Meet all scheduled classes promptly with any deviation being filed promptly and accurately through the appropriate channels
• Monitor and record student progress, maintain accurate records and adhere to the College of Western Idaho’s deadlines for such procedures
• Demonstrates sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
• Current CPR for Healthcare Professionals and First Aid Certificate.
• Obtain Postsecondary Limited Occupational Specialist Certificate.
• Completed a course in education methodology.
• Assisted in the dental profession for 3 years.
Have a background in and current knowledge of dental assisting, the specific subjects they are teaching and educational theory and methodology consistent with teaching assignment, e.g., curriculum development, educational psychology, test construction, measurement and evaluation
• Ability to enact a variety of teaching methodologies including lectures, group activities and, individual instruction preferred
• Experience using a dental software program preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development
• Proficiency in the use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation software, and Blackboard applications

Additional Instructions for Applicants:

Successful candidates are required to reside in Idaho by the first day of work for the College of Western Idaho.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.

Interested?

We invite and welcome all applicants and look forward to receiving your application! Keep in mind, your qualifications and expertise need not precisely match the job description to be considered for this role.