Instructor, Dental Assistant (Anticipated Opening)

Top 2 Percent Scientists; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is seeking a qualified and dedicated faculty member to join our Dental Assisting program. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, competency-based instruction across classroom, lab, and clinical settings, with occasional evening, off-campus, or online/distance education as needed.

Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses, designing diverse instructional strategies, maintaining course syllabi and assessments, and fostering an

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assisting program and a Bachelor’s degree (in any discipline) or current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program OR DDS/DMD.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned dental assisting courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi.
• Design and implement diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varied learning styles.
• Create and maintain inclusive, safe, and respectful learning environments.
• Develop, update, and maintain course syllabi, outlines, materials, and assessments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or DDS/DMD

Graduation from accredited Dental Assisting program

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/13939

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Compensation & Benefits

Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) is seeking a qualified and dedicated faculty member to join our Dental Assisting program. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, competency-based instruction aligned with the College’s mission and objectives. Teaching assignments may include classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings, as well as evening, off-campus, or online/distance education.

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Essential Functions

• Teach assigned dental assisting courses in accordance with established course competencies and syllabi.
• Design and implement diverse instructional strategies and delivery methods to accommodate varied learning styles.
• Create and maintain an inclusive, safe, and respectful learning environment.
• Develop, update, and maintain course syllabi, outlines, lecture/lab materials, and assessments.

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• Communicate course expectations, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies clearly to students.
• Participate in departmental and college committees, projects, events, and advisory activities.
• Track and document student attendance, progress, and competency attainment; submit related reports as required.
• Maintain regular office hours and provide academic support to students as needed.
• Contribute to curriculum development, revision, and instructional material selection.

Oral & Dental Care

• Advise students on academic matters and connect them with additional support resources.
• Promote the program through recruitment and marketing initiatives.
• Engage in professional development to remain current in the field of dental assisting.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Dental Assisting program and a Bachelor’s degree (in any discipline) or current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program OR DDS/DMD.

Jobs

• Minimum three (3) years of recent, non-teaching dental assisting experience, including four-handed dentistry.
• Current CPR certification (Health Care Provider level).
• Valid Radiography license.
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated success working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using alternative instructional delivery systems (e.g., online or hybrid teaching).
• Background in curriculum development and student learning assessment.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants Must Submit The Following For Consideration

Educational Resources

• A complete DMACC Employment Application in English, including all personal, educational, and employment history sections. Incomplete applications or those stating “See Resume” will not be accepted.
• Transcripts showing the applicant’s name and conferred degrees. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Note: 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. We do 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.

Qualified applicants with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process are encouraged to contact us at [phone] or [e-mail].