Dental Assisting Instructor & Student Success Coach

Carrington College; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington College in Tucson seeks an instructor to deliver high-quality instruction, assess student learning, and contribute to program improvements. The role emphasizes inclusive classrooms, diverse teaching methods, and active collaboration with colleagues.

Responsibilities include preparing lessons, maintaining syllabi alignment, advising students, and participating in orientation and career services activities to support student success.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a relevant field.
• 2 years' field experience preferred.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider certification required.
• Radiation Safety certification preferred.
• Coronal Polish and PIT/Fissure Sealant certs are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Instruction and Curriculum Delivery: Prepares lessons and course materials aligned with curriculum and accreditation.
• Maintains syllabi alignment with program goals and standards.
• Delivers instruction using diverse methodologies for different learning styles.
• Fosters a positive, inclusive classroom environment and supports student success.
• Student Support and Success: Communicates with students about progress, attendance, and performance; offers advising and tutoring.
• Participates in orientation, student clubs, and career services events.
• Assessment and Program Improvement: Regularly assesses student outcomes and contributes to program evaluation.
• Utilizes data for program improvement and ensures ongoing quality.
• Collaboration and Faculty Development: Attends meetings and collaborates across departments.
• Mentors new faculty and participates in faculty development activities.
• Compliance and Accreditation: Adheres to accreditation standards and documents records in required systems.
• Other Duties: Supports equipment maintenance and adheres to institutional processes.

Skills

Instructional Skills

Student Success Focus

Technical Job Skills

Relationship Building/Networking

Education

Associate Degree

BLS for Healthcare Provider

Radiation Safety Certification

Coronal Polish Certification

PIT & Fissure Sealant Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Carrington College in Tucson seeks an instructor to deliver high-quality instruction, assess student learning, and contribute to program improvements. The role emphasizes inclusive classrooms, diverse teaching methods, and active collaboration with colleagues.

Responsibilities include preparing lessons, maintaining syllabi alignment, advising students, and participating in orientation and career services activities to support student success.