Dental Assisting Instructor

TrulyHired; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 68,052 - 109,757; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired in Wakefield, MA is seeking a Dental Assisting Instructor to implement and manage the curriculum that aligns with the Massachusetts DESE Dental Assisting Frameworks. You will provide comprehensive teaching across classroom and laboratory settings while supervising students during clinical practice.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's Degree in a health-related field, current Dental Assisting certification, and a minimum of four years of relevant experience. This role includes a 184-day work year with a salary ranging from $68,052.53 to $109,757.25 depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years full-time experience in the field within the past seven years.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with curriculum development and student instruction.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the curriculum aligned with state frameworks.
• Provide classroom and laboratory instruction.
• Supervise students at off-campus clinical sites.

Skills

Dental Assisting certification

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree or higher in a health-related field

Dental Assisting Vocational Technical certification

Job description

Job Description

The Dental Assisting Instructor is responsible for the implementation, management and teaching of the curriculum that is in alignment with the Massachusetts DESE Dental Assisting Frameworks. Such curriculum will prepare students for careers in the dental field. The Dental Assisting Instructor will provide all classroom/laboratory instruction. The DA Instructor is also responsible for transportation to and supervision of students at off‑campus clinical sites. The DA Instructor must possess a valid driver’s license.

Reports to: Principal/Deputy-Director and Vocational Deans.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a health‑related field.
• Minimum four (4) years full‑time experience in the field within the past seven (7) years.
• Current Dental Assisting certification.
• Teaching experience a plus.
• Dental Assisting Vocational Technical certification from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and provide appropriate learning experiences within assigned area of responsibility.
• Teach technical skills and knowledge to provide students with the competence to become skilled in their field.
• Develop lesson plans and organize class time so that demonstration, instruction, hands‑on practice, review and final activities can be accomplished within the allotted time.
• Continuously improve the instruction, curriculum, and equipment so that this CTVE area is current with all trends in the field and is fully and properly preparing students for available and emerging jobs.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to communicate these objectives to students.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media.
• Implement the district's mission, philosophy of education and instructional standards and objectives.
• Assess and document the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Attend staff and department meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy regulation.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Make provision for being available to students and parents for education‑related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence especially as relates to the specific assignment and student grade and subject area appropriateness.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, colleagues, and parents concerning both the broad academic/vocational and behavioral progress of assigned students.
• Develop positive relationships with community partners in the area and actively solicit their help, including service on the Program Advisory Board.
• Other duties deemed necessary by the Superintendent/Director or designee.
• Evaluation: Evaluated in accordance with the DESE Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice and the current Northeast Teachers' Association Contract.

Terms of Employment

• 184 day work year.
• Salary and benefits in accordance with current NTA Contract.
• Pay Range: $68,052.53 - $109,757.25.