Full-Time Dental Hygiene Faculty

TopSciNet; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) invites applications for a Full-Time Dental Hygiene Faculty position. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, competency-based instruction in classroom, lab, and clinical settings with potential evening, off-campus, or online/distance assignments.

The role requires a Master’s degree (or current enrollment in a related master’s program) and 3+ years of clinical experience as an RDH, with eligibility for an Iowa license.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field or current enrollment in a related master’s program.
• Minimum of three (3) years of recent, non-teaching clinical work experience.
• Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH).
• Eligibility to obtain an Iowa Dental Hygienist license before employment begins.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Proven success working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, values, and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses following established course competencies and syllabi.
• Develop and utilize diverse instructional strategies and delivery methods tailored to different learning styles.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
• Prepare and update course syllabi, outlines, lecture/lab materials, and evaluation tools.
• Clearly communicate course expectations, evaluation methods, and attendance policies.
• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff on departmental, college-wide, and program initiatives.
• Participate in committees, advisory board activities, student organizations, and college events.
• Monitor, evaluate, and document student attendance, progress, and competency attainment; submit related reports as required.
• Maintain regular office hours and provide academic support to students outside of class.
• Contribute to curriculum development, course revision, and instructional material selection.
• Advise students on academic and career matters and connect them with support services when needed.
• Promote the program through outreach, recruitment, and marketing activities.
• Engage in professional development to remain current in the dental hygiene field.

Skills

Teamwork

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master's degree

Enrollment in master's program

Job description

Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny, IA — USA

Des Moines Area Community College Ankeny, IA USA Posted Oct 23, 2025 Due Oct 23, 2026

Dental Hygienists and Assistants

Job Description

Type: Full-Time
Salary: Per Faculty Salary Schedule
Posted: October 10, 2025
Application Due: October 23, 2026
Category: Dental Hygienists and Assistants
Work Schedule: 9-Month Position
Priority: Inclusive
Quick Link: https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/13938

Job Summary

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) invites applications for a Full-Time Dental Hygiene Faculty position. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, competency-based instruction consistent with the College’s mission and educational objectives. Instructional responsibilities will include classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings, with potential assignments in evening, off-campus, or online/distance learning environments.

Essential Functions

Teach assigned courses following established course competencies and syllabi.

Develop and utilize diverse instructional strategies and delivery methods tailored to different learning styles.

Maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.

Prepare and update course syllabi, outlines, lecture/lab materials, and evaluation tools.

Clearly communicate course expectations, evaluation methods, and attendance policies.

Work collaboratively with faculty and staff on departmental, college-wide, and program initiatives.

Participate in committees, advisory board activities, student organizations, and college events.

Monitor, evaluate, and document student attendance, progress, and competency attainment; submit related reports as required.

Maintain regular office hours and provide academic support to students outside of class.

Contribute to curriculum development, course revision, and instructional material selection.

Advise students on academic and career matters and connect them with support services when needed.

Promote the program through outreach, recruitment, and marketing activities.

Engage in professional development to remain current in the dental hygiene field.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in a related field or current enrollment in a related master’s program.

Minimum of three (3) years of recent, non-teaching clinical work experience.

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH).

Eligibility to obtain an Iowa Dental Hygienist license before employment begins.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Proven success working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, values, and cultures.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience utilizing alternative or innovative instructional delivery methods (e.g., hybrid or online learning).

Experience in curriculum development and student learning assessment.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This vacancy requires:

A complete DMACC Employment Application in English, including personal, educational, and employment history, and responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications or entries such as “See Resume” will not be accepted.

Transcripts attached to your electronic application (if required), including the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Des Moines Area Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, as protected by law.

If you are a qualified applicant with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail] .