Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor — On-Site (Houston)

Pima Medical Institute; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Texas Paid Sick Leave

EAP

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Houston, TX seeks a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor (24 hours/week) to join our on-site campus faculty. This role delivers morning and afternoon lectures and hands-on labs, upholding regulatory ratios and preparing students for dental assisting careers.

The incumbent will supervise didactic and clinical training, evaluate student work, and provide feedback within 72 hours. A Texas-registered CDA/RDA or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program recognized by USDE or CHEA (or equivalent).
• Two to three years of dental assisting-related training and experience for non-graduates.
• Active Texas state registration/credential required by law.
• National CDA/RDA or licensed Dentist credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver morning and afternoon lectures and hands-on labs to meet instructor–student ratio requirements.
• Instruct four-handed and six-handed dentistry, infection control, and equipment operation.
• Grade classwork and practical lab assessments with timely feedback (72 hours).
• Maintain office hours for academic advising and supervise externships.
• Coordinate guest speakers and clinic visits; evaluate facilities for updates.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Accredited Dental Assistant program

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Pima Medical Institute in Houston, TX seeks a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor (24 hours/week) to join our on-site campus faculty. This role delivers morning and afternoon lectures and hands-on labs, upholding regulatory ratios and preparing students for dental assisting careers.

The incumbent will supervise didactic and clinical training, evaluate student work, and provide feedback within 72 hours. A Texas-registered CDA/RDA or equivalent is preferred.