PT Dental Hygiene Instructor

Santa Clara County Dental Society; Los Altos Hills (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Santa Clara County Dental Society is seeking a part-time Dental Hygiene Instructor in Los Altos Hills, California. The role involves teaching Clinical Dental Hygiene and related subjects, assessing student work, and potentially participating in staff development activities.

The ideal candidate will have an understanding of diverse backgrounds and the minimum qualifications as defined by California Community Colleges. The position offers a chance to engage with a diverse student body and contribute to their learning.

Qualifications

• Understanding and respect for diverse academic and cultural backgrounds.
• Sensitivity to socio-economic and religious diversity.
• Minimum qualifications as defined by California Community Colleges.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Clinical Dental Hygiene and related subjects.
• Evaluate and assess student work while submitting grades on time.
• Participate in campus and staff development activities.

Skills

Understanding of diverse backgrounds

Communication skills

Teaching Clinical Dental Hygiene

Education

Minimum qualifications for California Community Colleges

Job description

PT Dental Hygiene Instructor

Job Type: Part‑time Faculty. Location: District, California. Salary: See Position Description. Job Number: PTF002. Bargaining Unit: F1.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Standard duties expected of all part‑time faculty include the performance of instructional, counselor, or librarian duties as assigned; evaluation and assessment of student work; and timely submission of grades. In addition, part‑time faculty are expected to participate in the assessment of their performance, including administrative and student evaluations. Part‑time faculty may also have opportunities to participate in various campus and staff development activities and are encouraged to be involved in the larger College or District community. Part‑time faculty may be eligible to receive additional pay for office hours, additional assignments, and professional development events.
• Teach Clinical Dental Hygiene, Dental Materials, Dental Emergencies, Periodontics, Oral Pathology, and Oral Biology.

Working Conditions

Environment

1. Indoor, office environment.

Physical Abilities

1. Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
2. Vision sufficient to read various materials.
3. Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform the tasks required of the position.
4. Regularly stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
5. Bending at waist, kneeling, or crouching.
6. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.
7. Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio‑economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. Minimum qualifications as defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges published by the Academic Affairs Division, Chancellor's Office, California Community Colleges.

Official transcripts verifying qualifications will be required prior to an offer of employment. Applicants with international transcripts must obtain transcripts that are evaluated by an independent educational‑equivalency evaluation company and obtain an English translation at the applicant's expense.

Salary Range

Actual placement is based on applicant’s verified education and experience.

Application Process

1. Submit a District online application. The application requires information that demonstrates your understanding, sensitivity, and respect for the diverse academic, socio‑economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, and staff.
2. Submit a current resume of all work experience, formal education, and training.
3. Submit a cover letter addressing the preferred qualifications for the position.

Applicants must provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process should notify Employment Services.

To apply, please visit the job posting at the provided link.