Part-Time Saturday Dental Assistant Mentor

Zollege; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Olympia Dental Assistant School is seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor to lead a 12-week hands-on clinical training program in Tumwater, WA. The role focuses on chairside demonstrations, radiology instruction, and student mentoring.

The position offers a consistent Saturday schedule (7:00am–6:15pm), in-person teaching, and opportunities to impact learners while maintaining clinical practice.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience (DA, RDA, or EFDA welcome)
• Active Radiology Certification
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Strong communicator: able to explain clinical procedures clearly to learners
• Able to commute to location(s)

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

Strong communicator

Teaching/mentoring

Dentrix familiarity

Ability to commute

Education

Active Radiology Certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Olympia Dental Assistant School is seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor to lead a 12-week hands-on clinical training program in Tumwater, WA. The role focuses on chairside demonstrations, radiology instruction, and student mentoring.

The position offers a consistent Saturday schedule (7:00am–6:15pm), in-person teaching, and opportunities to impact learners while maintaining clinical practice.