Dental Hygiene Adjunct Instructor

Delta College; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Michigan is seeking a part-time instructor for the Dental Hygiene programs. The ideal candidate will have a current Registered Dental Hygienist License and experience in teaching, with a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion among students. The role involves teaching on Thursdays and potentially other days, supporting community college's mission to empower students.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years (3000 hours) recent and relevant experience in Dental Hygiene.
• Teaching experience in Dental Hygiene is preferred.
• Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide certifications.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinical and didactic courses in the Dental Hygiene programs.
• Foster an inclusive, diverse environment for students.
• Participate in curriculum development and student assessment as needed.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment and belonging for all students, faculty, and staff.

Skills

Experience in fostering belonging, diversity, equity, and inclusion

Competent in administering local anesthesia

Teaching experience

Education

Current Registered Dental Hygienist License, State of Michigan

Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide Certification, State of Michigan

Current BLS Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Part‑time instructor, teach days FA, WI, SP on Thursday mornings and possibly other days.

Position Summary Information

Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions

The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity and inclusion in students, faculty and staff.

Delta College is seeking instructors committed to the college’s philosophy that education serves the greater good by providing students access to a better life. The candidates for adjunct instructor positions understand that community colleges are positioned to fundamentally change people’s lives, and as a result, society itself. Required qualities include a belief that continuous improvement in pedagogy and relationships with students, other faculty, and staff are hallmarks of an educator who has been called to the profession. We are seeking colleagues who embrace the idea of helping students achieve their goals, and approach academic excellence as evidenced in equity as a moral imperative.

The Health & Wellness division is looking for an instructor to provide clinical and or didactic instruction in the Dental Hygiene programs.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years (3000 hours) recent and relevant experience
• Current Registered Dental Hygienist License, State of Michigan
• Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide Certification, State of Michigan
• Current BLS Certification

Additional Experiences Considered

• Extensive experience in treating moderate and advanced periodontal disease.
• Competent and confident in administering local anesthesia.
• The following are not required but will be given additional consideration: Teaching experience, experience with curriculum development, community involvement, professional organization participation, Masters Degree.

Application Deadline

Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete an on‑line application and include:

• A cover letter with position title.
• Resume.
• Three current names of professional references.
• Copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and/or certifications and licenses.
• Dental Hygiene License in Michigan. Certification in Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide.

Please note: In order to receive full consideration all of the above documents must be included with your application.

* Course assignment is dependent on the applicant’s qualifications and demonstrated abilities.

* If you are selected for an interview, you are required to provide a teaching demonstration on topics selected by the Health & Wellness Division.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * In order to track our recruitment sources, please indicate how you became aware of the position vacancy:
  • Delta.edu
  • Indeed.com
  • Career Arc
  • MI Works / MI Talent Bank
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Michigan HERC Website
  • MLive (Grand Rapids Press, Flint Journal, Ann Arbor News, Jackson Citizen Patriot, Kalamazoo Gazette, Saginaw News, Muskegon Chronicle, Bay City Times)
  • Other
• If you selected “Other” above, please tell us where you heard about this posting. (Open Ended Question)
• * Describe your understanding of and experience working with a culturally diverse student and college/university population. (Open Ended Question)
• * Describe your understanding and experience in creating a sense of belonging for all students, faculty, and staff. (Open Ended Question)
• * Are you available to work on Thursdays? Mornings, afternoons, both? (Open Ended Question)
• * Are you available to work on Mondays? Mornings, afternoons, both? (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3
• Professional Certifications or Licensures
• Other