Dental Hygienist Classroom Instructor

Pima-Medical-Institute; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with employer match

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Dental Hygiene Instructor to translate clinical expertise into classroom and lab instruction within a CODA‑accredited curriculum. This full‑time academic role focuses on high‑quality didactic and clinical instruction, mentoring adult learners to meet licensure standards.

You will deliver daily lesson plans, supervise clinical labs, track progress, and support accreditation efforts while upholding safety and documentation requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of full‑time clinical experience as a Dental Hygienist or Dentist.
• Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program.
• Current Arizona RDH or dental license with CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver didactic and clinical instruction aligned with CODA standards.
• Provide chairside guidance in preclinical and lab environments.
• Monitor student progress and intervene when needed to meet the 77% minimum.

Skills

Clinical experience

Teaching in classroom

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene

CODA-accredited program graduate

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Are you ready to shape the future of dental care? As a Dental Hygiene Instructor, you will transition your clinical expertise into the classroom and lab, guiding students through our rigorous CODA-accredited curriculum.

In this full-time academic role, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality didactic and clinical instruction, mentoring adult learners, and ensuring our graduates meet the high standards required for professional licensure.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery & Curriculum Execution:

Lesson Delivery: Prepare and deliver daily lesson plans that align with course objectives, utilizing active learning methodologies to support student critical thinking.

Clinical & Lab Supervision: Provide chairside guidance in preclinical and lab environments, reinforcing didactic principles through hands‑on practice.

Academic Monitoring: Track student progress and intervene if a grade average falls below the 77% minimum requirement.

Program Administration & Compliance:

Administrative Integrity: Maintain accurate and timely records of student attendance and performance in accordance with institutional policies.

Accreditation Support: Assist in curriculum review, safety compliance (OSHA/HIPAA), and the preparation of accreditation reports to maintain CODA standards.

Student Mentorship: Provide constructive, substantive feedback that encourages student growth and professional development.

Education: Bachelor’s degree (Baccalaureate) from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the USDE or CHEA.

Program Graduate: Graduate of a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene or Dental program.

Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of full‑time clinical experience as a Dental Hygienist or Dentist.

Licensure & Credentials: Current, unrestricted Arizona state dental hygiene (RDH) or dental license, along with all state‑required credentials (including active CPR certification).

Technical Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and educational computer applications.

Hiring Range: $31.00 to $38.75 per hour.

Employee Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - become a stakeholder in our 100% employee-owned company.

Retirement: 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match.

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical (PPO & HDHP options with HSA), Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, plus Health & Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Time Off & Growth: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Disability coverage, Life Insurance, and Tuition Reimbursement.

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