Dental Assisting Instructor — Shape Futures & Cert Prep

Midwest Technical Institute, Inc.; Horn Lake (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Life Insurance Options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee Scholarship

Job summary

Midwest Technical Institute, Inc. in Horn Lake, MS is seeking a Dental Assisting Instructor to deliver hands-on training and theory to adult learners, ensuring preparation for written exams and practical skills assessments for certifications.

The role requires preparing lab materials, organizing class sessions, and coordinating with program leaders to align curricula with industry standards while supporting student success and externships.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High levels of organization, planning, and time management.
• Public speaking abilities to facilitate classroom lectures.
• Problem solving and decision-making in a classroom setting.
• Rapport-building and positive, productive working relationships across teams.

Responsibilities

• Teach and train adult learners using established curricula.
• Create lesson plans and prepare labs and materials.
• Facilitate engaging lectures and hands-on lab training.
• Manage course content, due dates, and grades in the program system.
• Regularly assess student comprehension and retention of material.
• Prepare students for certification or licensing exams where applicable.
• Maintain equipment and inventory for labs and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Public speaking

Organization

Time management

Student motivation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Dental Assistant experience

Job description

Midwest Technical Institute, Inc. in Horn Lake, MS is seeking a Dental Assisting Instructor to deliver hands-on training and theory to adult learners, ensuring preparation for written exams and practical skills assessments for certifications.

The role requires preparing lab materials, organizing class sessions, and coordinating with program leaders to align curricula with industry standards while supporting student success and externships.