ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR, DENTAL HYGIENE at Del Mar College

Corpus Christi, TX 78404

About the Job

ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR, DENTAL HYGIENE

Posting Number - F0445
This position is open to - Open to All Applicants
Department - Dental and Imaging Technology
Position Type - Faculty
Employment Status - Full-Time-Faculty
Salary - $56,733.00 per 9 months
Open Date - 01/15/2025
Open Until Filled - Yes

Job Description Summary
Teach and/or assist in assigned dental hygiene courses, labs, and clinicals. Hold regular office hours. Work 40 hours per week. Participate in required assessment and professional practices as defined by Del Mar College Policy A6.3 for unranked faculty. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Ability to plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus/ outline provided to insure course content and objectives are met.

Ability to utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate diverse learning styles of students.

Successful college teaching experience is required. Successful experience utilizing instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources and other appropriate media in instruction.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene or a related field ***AND*** a graduate from a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).

Current licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) through the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE).

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) / Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare provider.

Three (3) years of clinical experience in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience at a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program.

Documented background in current educational methodology concepts consistent with teaching assignments.

Current knowledge of subjects being taught.

Knowledge of learning college and/or learning communities.

Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success.

Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds.

Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The College is committed to diversity in its workforce.

Job Duties

Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the teaching discipline. Teach assigned courses in a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need. Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction. Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes. Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.

Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes within the College grade and grade appeals procedures. Review, evaluate, recommend, and effectively use student learning materials.

Provide students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between student and instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods and schedule of work. Maintain a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning. Hold scheduled, posted virtual or physical office hours of at least one (1) hour daily and be available for and encourage conferences with students so there is a clearer understanding of the students' work and the possibility of improvement.

Review, evaluate, and revise assessments of program and institutional student learning outcomes and program practices to bring about action plans devised to implement systemic improvement in programs and assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, and requirements of business/industry and higher education.

Participate in the self- evaluation process. Establish goals and objectives which may include personal and professional development plans in consultation with the department chair. Maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement activities.

Clinical responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Provide personal direct student supervision during patient care. Provide Students with guidance and instruction. Evaluate and grade student performance. Provide students with specific written and verbal feedback in an appropriate manner. Demonstrate a positive role model to students in all interactions between instructors, patients, students, and staff. Work as a team with the Clinic Coordinator. Support the Clinic Coordinator and Program Director to help assure effective clinical operation. Comply with clinic policies and procedures states in the Clinical Manual.

To apply, visit: https://dmcjobs.delmar.edu/postings/28551

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