Summary and Reporting Structure

Reports directly to the Academy Clinical Specialist. The Dental Assisting Instructor primarily educates students on dental assisting fundamentals. They are also responsible for supporting curriculum development, implementation, management, and teaching. The Dental Assisting Instructor will provide all classroom/laboratory instruction and be responsible for training site acquisition, student placement, and supervision. They assist in managing all aspects of the program, including organization, administration, review, planning, development, reporting, and general effectiveness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (preferred); a minimum of associate degree required
• Five years of dental assisting experience or three years of teaching in dental assisting.
• Possession of a valid credential (Certified or Registered Dental Assistant or a licensed dentist) and proficiency in four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry principles
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certificate
• Three Years experience with a school-wide discipline program and diverse student population.
• Ability to coordinate and evaluate the instructional process for all dental assisting curricula.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities while establishing and maintaining effective collaboration with other administrators, employees, students, parents, and community members.
• Possess strong time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to manage a team and establish cooperative working relationships
• Possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Possess problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Skill in using personal computers and a variety of software applications
• Enthusiasm for improving academic and vocational achievement.
• Background in computer technology and a learning management system