Dental Assisting Educator — Part-Time Faculty

Fortis College; New Jersey; On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 5,510,000; Part time

Job summary

Fortis College in Lawrenceville, NJ is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Dental Assistant to join its faculty. This part-time, professional position involves teaching in the Dental Assisting Program and advising students, with a typical load of two courses per term and some prep work.

The candidate should have a Dental Assisting certificate or diploma, 3+ years of clinical experience, and relevant credentials (DANB RHS, NJ Radiology license, CDA/RDA).

Qualifications

• Completion of a Dental Assisting program resulting in a Certificate of Completion or Diploma; an associate degree is preferred but not required
• Certifications/Licensure: DANB RHS and New Jersey Dental Radiology License/Technologist, AND CDA and/or RDA
• At least three years of experience as a Dental Assistant in a clinical setting, assisting with 4-handed/6-handed dentistry techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, motivated, and results-driven
• Prior higher education/postsecondary teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Teach in our Dental Assisting Program. Part-time position reporting to the Dean of Education.
• Teach two courses each term with one or two preparations.
• Provide academic advising to students.
• Participate in department training, meetings, and graduation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Dental Assisting Certificate

Dental assisting diploma

Job description

Fortis College in Lawrenceville, NJ is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Dental Assistant to join its faculty. This part-time, professional position involves teaching in the Dental Assisting Program and advising students, with a typical load of two courses per term and some prep work.

The candidate should have a Dental Assisting certificate or diploma, 3+ years of clinical experience, and relevant credentials (DANB RHS, NJ Radiology license, CDA/RDA).