Dental Assisting Instructor: Teach, Mentor, Inspire

TopSciNet; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is seeking a qualified faculty member to join our Dental Assisting program. The successful candidate will provide competency‑based instruction aligned with the College’s mission and objectives, teaching in classroom, lab, and clinical settings, with possible evening or online formats.

Responsibilities include course design, assessment development, student advising, and active participation in departmental activities, ensuring an inclusive environment and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assisting program and a Bachelor's degree or DDS/DMD.
• Minimum three years of recent, non-teaching dental assisting experience, including four-handed dentistry.
• Valid Radiography license.
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned dental assisting courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi.
• Design and implement diverse instructional strategies for varied learning styles.
• Create and maintain an inclusive, safe learning environment.
• Develop, update, and maintain course materials and assessments.
• Communicate course expectations, evaluation methods, and attendance policies clearly.
• Participate in departmental and college committees and advisory activities.
• Track attendance, progress, and competency attainment; submit reports as required.
• Maintain regular office hours and provide academic support to students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and instructional material selection.
• Advise students and connect them with support resources.
• Promote the program through recruitment and marketing initiatives.
• Engage in professional development to stay current in the field.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Instructional ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

DDS/DMD

Accredited Dental Assisting program

Job description

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is seeking a qualified faculty member to join our Dental Assisting program. The successful candidate will provide competency‑based instruction aligned with the College’s mission and objectives, teaching in classroom, lab, and clinical settings, with possible evening or online formats.

Responsibilities include course design, assessment development, student advising, and active participation in departmental activities, ensuring an inclusive environment and