Dental Assisting Instructor: Shape Future Dental Pros

Carrington College; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking an instructor to deliver dental assisting coursework, assessing learning outcomes and supporting student success in a dynamic educational environment.

You will prepare lessons, maintain compliance with accreditation standards, and collaborate with colleagues to continually improve programs while mentoring new faculty and contributing to a positive campus culture.

Qualifications

• Dental Assisting Certificate of Achievement.
• 2 years of field experience.
• BLS for the Healthcare Provider.
• Radiation Safety certification.
• Coronal Polish certification.
• Pit and Fissure certification.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret materials related to area of expertise.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to perform basic calculations relevant to course material and student assessments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and course delivery software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lessons and course materials aligned with curriculum.
• Adhere to syllabi and accreditation requirements.
• Deliver instruction using varied methods for diverse learners.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Provide ongoing student support via advising, tutoring, and office hours.
• Engage in student affairs activities to boost engagement.
• Assess student learning outcomes and contribute to program improvement.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Mentor new faculty and collaborate across departments.
• Ensure compliance with standards and document records.
• Maintain facilities and equipment.
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Instructional Skills

Student Success Focus

Technical Job Skills

Relationship Building/Networking

Education

Dental Assisting Certificate of Achievement

BLS for the Healthcare Provider

Radiation Safety certification

Coronal Polish certification

Pit and Fissure certification

2 years of field experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Course delivery software

Job description

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking an instructor to deliver dental assisting coursework, assessing learning outcomes and supporting student success in a dynamic educational environment.

You will prepare lessons, maintain compliance with accreditation standards, and collaborate with colleagues to continually improve programs while mentoring new faculty and contributing to a positive campus culture.