Full-Time Instructor - Dental Hygiene

Georgia Department of Revenue; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking a Full-Time Instructor (Dental Hygiene) in the Health and Public Safety Technology department. This position is on ATC’s Main campus, just south of Downtown Atlanta, and reports to the Dean.

You will prepare and deliver curriculum with daily instruction in the classroom, dental lab, and clinical settings. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene and three or more years of paid teaching and clinical experience in a dental

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Three or more years of paid full-time work experience and teaching experience in a dental hygiene program.
• Georgia State Licensure as a Dental Hygienist in Good Standing
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification by American Heart Association
• Local Anesthesia Certification

Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers quality curriculum with daily instruction in classroom, dental lab & clinical settings.
• Demonstrate testing and grading procedures and proper record‑keeping.
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills and knowledge of current practices in dental hygiene.
• Follow approved curriculum standards and course syllabus.
• Monitor supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Advise and counsel students and maintain advisement records.
• Maintain classrooms, clinics, and laboratories per management plans.
• Attend meetings and follow institution policies and procedures.
• Assist with student recruitment and job placement; participate on committees.
• Maintain qualifications per TCSG and CODA standards.

Skills

Teaching experience

Oral communication

Written communication

Dental Hygiene knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene

Job description

Job Title

Full-Time Instructor - Dental Hygiene

Agency

Atlanta Technical College

Job Requisition ID

JR0000005439

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$60,000.00 ANNUALLY

Job Description

Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Full-Time Instructor (Dental Hygiene) in the Health and Public Safety Department of the Academic Affairs division. This position is located on Atlanta Technical College’s Main campus, just South of Downtown Atlanta. Under general supervision of the Dean of Health and Public Safety Technology, the Full-Time Instructor (Dental Hygiene) is responsible for preparing and delivering quality curriculum with daily instruction of students in the classroom, dental lab & clinical settings.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers quality curriculum with daily instruction of students in the classroom, dental lab & clinical settings.
• Demonstrate the use of appropriate testing and grading procedures, including proper maintenance of grade books and any other appropriate record‑keeping requirements.
• Demonstrate the effective use of oral and written communication skills, and knowledge of current procedures in the Dental Hygiene field.
• Follow approved curriculum standards and course syllabus.
• Monitor student use of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Advise and counsel students and maintain appropriate advisement records on each student.
• Maintain classrooms, clinics, and laboratories in accordance with approved classroom and lab management plans.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Observe and enforce the institution’s policies and regulations.
• Assist with student recruitment and job placement. Serves on committees.
• Maintain qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and accreditation standards.
• Follow rules and regulations as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and other policies and procedures established by the institution.
• Assist in the development of reports and other requirements for Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) agencies; and
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education
• Knowledge of academic course standards
• Knowledge of the college’s academic programs
• Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty and staff
• Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom content
• Skills to make timely decisions
• Skill in the operation of computers and job‑related software programs
• Decision making and problem‑solving skills
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Oral and written communication skills
• Skill in interpersonal relations and dealing with the public

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess and demonstrate a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Dental Hygiene AND Three (3) or more years of paid full-time work experience and teaching experience in a dental hygiene program.

Certifications Required

• Georgia State Licensure as a Dental Hygienist in Good Standing
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification by American Heart Association
• Local Anesthesia Certification

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess and demonstrate a Master’s Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university in a health‑related field AND Five (5) or more years of paid full-time work experience and teaching experience in a dental hygiene program

Additional Information

May be required to teach at other locations and other locations within the community.

Background Screenings

Background screenings are conducted prior to screening.

Additional Application Information

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e‑mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: [e-mail] . To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: [e-mail] . Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, HumanResources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. [e-mail].

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Minimum Qualifications - Additional

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.