Dental Hygiene Educator: Engage, Mentor & Impact

Ember Education; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. in California invites applications for an instructor who will prepare and deliver high-quality instruction, align with accreditation standards, and foster a positive learning environment.

The role includes student advising, tutoring, program assessment, collaboration with colleagues, and participation in campus initiatives. Candidates must hold the required DDS/DMD or RDH credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or DDS/DMD in an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Didactic instructors must demonstrate subject matter knowledge via CE or credential.
• Instructors must hold RDH or state dentist license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons aligned with college curriculum and accreditation.
• Provide academic advising, tutoring, and office hours.
• Assess learning outcomes and contribute to program improvement.
• Collaborate with departments and participate in faculty development.
• Maintain compliant documentation of grades and attendance.

Skills

Integrity

Professionalism

Adaptability

Communication

Collaboration

Instructional Skills

Student Success Focus

Technical Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree or DDS/DMD in Dental Hygiene

RDH License

BLS Certification

CA Infection Control Certification

CA Dental Practice Act Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. in California invites applications for an instructor who will prepare and deliver high-quality instruction, align with accreditation standards, and foster a positive learning environment.

The role includes student advising, tutoring, program assessment, collaboration with colleagues, and participation in campus initiatives. Candidates must hold the required DDS/DMD or RDH credentials.