Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor: Teach & Mentor Saturdays

Zollege; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Nacogdoches Dental Assistant School is seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor to lead a 12-week hands‑on clinical training program in Nacogdoches, TX. The role focuses on chairside procedures, radiology safety, and student mentorship in a structured learning environment.

Schedule is Saturdays, 7:00am–6:30pm with potential variation by class availability. Compensation ranges from $20 to $23 per hour, depending on experience, with in-person instruction at 4703 NE Stallings Drive.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience
• Strong communication skills to explain procedures to learners
• Ability to commute to Nacogdoches location for in-person instruction
• Familiarity with radiology safety protocols and infection control
• Experience mentoring or teaching is a plus (nice to have)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate chairside procedures and clinical techniques
• Teach radiology fundamentals and safety protocols
• Coach students during hands‑on lab practice
• Provide performance feedback and skills assessments
• Maintain infection control and classroom safety standards
• Foster a supportive, structured learning environment

Skills

5+ years dental assisting

Strong communicator

Education

Active Radiology Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Nacogdoches Dental Assistant School is seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor to lead a 12-week hands‑on clinical training program in Nacogdoches, TX. The role focuses on chairside procedures, radiology safety, and student mentorship in a structured learning environment.

Schedule is Saturdays, 7:00am–6:30pm with potential variation by class availability. Compensation ranges from $20 to $23 per hour, depending on experience, with in-person instruction at 4703 NE Stallings Drive.