Dental Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor

College of Health Care Professions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of Health Care Professions in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Dental Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor for a part-time position. The instructor will be responsible for teaching both theory and practical skills in the classroom and skills laboratory.

Qualifications include a degree and 5+ years of practical experience. The role requires effective communication and classroom management skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years practical experience with preference for teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate and impart knowledge with enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned classes in the laboratory and clinical setting.
• Maintains classroom and supervises students during practical sessions.
• Assesses student competency and oversees inventory of medical supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Planning

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Degree or post-secondary education

Job description

Dental Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor

Title: Dental Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor

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, on‑going mentoring and attention to the continued needs of the students, 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.

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.