Description

The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

This on campus full-time faculty position includes didactic and/or clinical teaching in the Fones School of Dental Hygiene. Curricular management/assessment, student advising, and faculty mentoring are also included. This is a non-tenure track position and appointment to academic rank and salary are dependent on demonstrated scholarly achievement, teaching, and clinical experience. This is a 12-month, full-time position.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Didactic or clinical teaching assignments in the entry level on campus program
• Ensure that the mission and objectives of the Fones School of Dental Hygiene are fulfilled.
• Teach a minimum of 15 credits per semester (didactic or clinical) for fall and spring semesters and a minimum of 12 credits in the summer.
• Demonstrate and maintain current subject area knowledge.
• Serve as a member of the University of Bridgeport committees.
• Participate in Community Day, commencement ceremonies, and other required school and program meetings.
• Communicate with other departments of the University.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director or Dean.
• Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.

Other Functions:

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill:

• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
• Experience/proficiency with online learning and teaching in the CANVAS LMS or similar LMS
• Implementation of critical thinking and decision making for undergraduate students
• Vision for future program growth

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

• Masters of Science degree in relevant discipline.
• Three years of experience in teaching at a collegiate or university level or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

Special Requirements:

• Current CPR Certification
• Current Connecticut Dental Hygiene License or eligible for
• Current Connecticut local anesthesia or eligible for

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between The University of Bridgeport and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)