Dental Assisting Adjunct Assistant Professor Pool

Los Rios Community College District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Los Rios Community College District is looking for part-time, temporary adjunct faculty to teach various Dental Assisting courses in Sacramento, CA. Responsibilities include teaching classes, assessing students, and participating in college committees.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree, two years of relevant experience, and necessary certifications. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to supporting an inclusive environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with two years of relevant experience, or an associate degree with six years of experience.
• Certified Dental Assistant License required.
• Registered Dental Assistant License required.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses under supervision.
• Help students achieve their full potential.
• Maintain scholarly knowledge in the teaching field.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified Dental Assistant License

Registered Dental Assistant License

Current CPR certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part‑time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Adjunct positions are filled as needed through ongoing recruitment, with applicants contacted and hired year‑round based on college needs. The adjunct faculty member shall teach assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean, help students achieve their full potential, assess student learning outcomes, maintain scholarly knowledge in their teaching field, pursue professional development, use current technology, uphold professional conduct, assist with articulation and curriculum review, serve on college committees, participate in governance and accreditation, and support other duties as assigned.

Position Salary Information.

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupation experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1).

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may encompass teaching courses across all levels in this discipline. Specific courses offered may include:

• DAST 100 Introduction to Dental Assisting
• DAST 101 Bio-Dental Science
• DAST 107 Dental Radiology

Minimum Qualifications

1. Have a bachelor's degree or higher AND two years of professional experience directly related to the assignment; OR have an associate degree AND six years of professional experience directly related to the assignment; OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
2. Must have Certified Dental Assistant License.
3. Must have Registered Dental Assistant License.
4. Must have current CPR certification.
5. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.