Dental Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor

College of Health Care Professions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking institution focused on transforming lives through healthcare education. As a Dental Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor, you'll play a crucial role in empowering future healthcare professionals. This part-time position involves teaching essential skills, mentoring students, and ensuring they meet educational objectives. Your expertise will help shape the next generation of healthcare workers in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you're passionate about education and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree or post-secondary education required for state and accreditation.
• 5+ years of practical experience preferred, especially in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach theory and practical applications in classroom and lab settings.
• Assess student competency and maintain classroom order.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Planning

Teamwork

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Degree or Post-Secondary Education

5+ Years Practical Experience

Job description

Career Opportunities with CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services LLC

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Careers At CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services LLC

Join a team dedicated to transforming lives through healthcare education. At The College of Healthcare Professions (CHCP), we are committed to empowering future healthcare professionals to succeed in impactful careers. Every role here supports our mission to prepare students for the career of their lives.

Dental Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor

Job Title: Dental Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor

Location: San Antonio

Hours: Required availability is every other Friday and Saturday from 8:30am-5:30pm. This is a Part-Time position.

Summary: The Laboratory Skills Instructor works under the direction of the Program Director. Teaches theory and practical applications using instructional methods and teaching skills in the classroom, clinical practicum, simulation and skills laboratory tracking. Primary functions include student attendance and progress, setting educational objectives for the students, ongoing mentoring, and attention to the continued needs of the students, and maintaining a satisfactory working relationship with our students, faculty, and staff. Participate in training, preparation, and continuing education in instructional methods and teaching skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Classroom Skills Instruction

• Teaches assigned number of classes using the prescribed courses of study with established texts and/or prescribed instructional materials.
• Maintains classroom in good physical order.
• Responsible and accountable for supervising students in a laboratory and/or clinical setting for respective course(s).
• Review and order proper medical supplies for laboratory experience.
• Assess learning by evaluating competency with return demonstrations.
• Sign and date each student skill checklist as required.

Responsibilities:

Job Requirements:

• Ability to communicate and impart knowledge to others with enthusiasm and confidence.
• Remains current with health care and standards for the assigned course(s).
• Performs related work as required.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Leadership, time management, planning and teamwork skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Degree or post-secondary education and relative experience to meet state (TWC) and ABHES accreditation requirements.
• 5+ years practical experience with teaching experience preferred.