Dental Assisting Instructor — Shape Futures & Careers

Midwest Technical Institute, Inc.; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Technical Institute, Inc. in Ridgeland, MS, seeks a Dental Assisting Instructor to deliver hands-on training from established curricula, prepare students for exams and certifications, and mentor adult learners toward entry-level careers.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of dental assisting experience, an MS Radiology Permit, and strong written and verbal communication, organization, and public speaking skills essential for classroom and lab instruction.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant experience and MS Radiology Permit required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High levels of organization, planning, and time management.
• Public speaking abilities include the ability to facilitate a classroom theory lecture and a hands-on lab lesson.
• Problem solving abilities and decision-making skills both in a team setting and an independent classroom setting.
• Skilled in developing rapport and fostering positive, productive working relationships across teams and organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach and train using established curricula and hands-on labs.
• Prepare students for certification and licensing exams where applicable.
• Manage course content, due dates, and class materials in the LMS.
• Assess student progress through written and practical exams and quizzes.
• Maintain accurate records of grades and attendance.
• Collaborate with program and campus leaders to align curriculum with standards.
• Support student success with tutoring and advisory meetings as needed.
• Ensure lab equipment and supplies are stocked and functional.

Skills

Public speaking

Organization

Planning

Time management

Communication

Relationship building

Education

MS Radiology Permit

Dental Assistant experience

Job description

Midwest Technical Institute, Inc. in Ridgeland, MS, seeks a Dental Assisting Instructor to deliver hands-on training from established curricula, prepare students for exams and certifications, and mentor adult learners toward entry-level careers.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of dental assisting experience, an MS Radiology Permit, and strong written and verbal communication, organization, and public speaking skills essential for classroom and lab instruction.