What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assisting Professor position at Grayson College?
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Dental Assisting Professor
Dental Assisting Professor
Role:
Full time position. Assists the Program Director with ongoing day to day operation of the Dental Assisting program. Assists in activities that support policies, goals and objectives of the program and of the college. Works closely with the Program Director to develop, implement and evaluate the program in accordance with the academic standards and rules and regulations of Grayson College, the Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Texas State Board of Registered Dental Assistants.
The salary for this position is based on the Grayson College 2026-2027 Faculty Salary scale
https://www.grayson.edu/employment/faculty-scale-26-27.pdf
Benefits:
The salary for this position is based on the Grayson College 2026-2027 Faculty Salary scale
https://www.grayson.edu/employment/faculty-scale-26-27.pdf
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-term disability insurances available
- Medical premiums covered by Grayson College for FT employee only
- Vacation Accrual- 2 weeks per year
- Sick Leave Accrual- 2 weeks per year
- Personal Leave- 2 days for FT employees per year
- Holidays- Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, and Independence Day
- Tuition-FT employees, their spouse & dependents are eligible for coverage of full Grayson College tuition amount.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Maintain program curricula to meet the rules and regulations of the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB,) and the Dental Assisting Program.
- Maintain a teaching load as per GC Policy.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of classroom, pre-clinical, clinical and laboratory instruction as a member of the teaching team.
- Participate in development, implementation, and evaluation of the Dental Assisting Program curriculum. Where appropriate, utilize instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Assist in recruitment of prospective dental assisting students.
- Assist in the inventory, ordering, and maintenance program supplies and equipment.
- Assist in the selection of visual aids, teaching aids, and library holdings.
- Work with the Program Director and faculty to ensure program effectiveness, including outcomes, continuous review, planning and development.
- Participate on College committees, Health Science Division committees.
- Adhere to academic policies / procedures of the College, the Health Science Division and the Program.
- Observe regulations as outlined in the College Faculty Handbook and the Commission on Dental Accreditation Standards.
- Participate in activities necessary to meet, achieve and maintain program accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
- Maintain professional practice standards through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, and attending conferences or workshops.
- Attend general faculty and advisory meetings each semester.
- Participate in staff development activities each semester.
- Participate in Program Pinning Ceremony and Commencement each semester.
Performance Measurements:
- Demonstrates the Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.
- Provides quality instruction to students.
- Creates and maintains effective relationships with students, faculty, and staff in order to provide a high level of service and support.
- Promotes the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion when assisting students or faculty.
- Maintains current certifications, up to date CPR, and required immunizations. Submits to drug screen and background checks according to policy.
- Provides leadership and models positive and professional behavior for students.
- Complies with all federal and state laws and regulations relating to higher education and follows Grayson College, Dental Assisting Program, and Health Science division policies and procedures.
- Represents Grayson College well; serves as an ambassador for the college in the community.
- Maintains an acceptable record of timeliness and attendance.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to implementing student engagement within the curriculum.
This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of a fully accredited dental assisting program by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree within three (3) years of the date of initial hire.
- Current certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (CDA).
- Current registration by the Texas State Board as Registered Dental Assistant (RDA).
- Minimum of 3 years of current professional dental assisting experience.
- Current Certificate of Education Theory and Methodology or be willing to obtain before teaching appointment.
- Interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Computer literate.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Please submit unofficial transcripts or e-copies for each institution of higher education attended with your application (If selected, official transcripts from each degree-granting institution will be required upon date of hire). Be sure to include three professional references with your application. This position is considered a security sensitive position and will require a criminal background check.
GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.
The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or gcjobs@grayson.edu.