Associate Professor, Dental Hygiene

JOB The following duties and responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities, KSA’s, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.

SUMMARY:
Under general supervision from the departmental chair, the incumbent teaches Dental Hygiene courses as scheduled, including initial education and continuing education courses. Maintain regular office hours per college policy. Serve on committees when elected or appointed. Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships. Make written recommendations to the Department Chair regarding curriculum additions, deletions, assessment, and revisions. Make recommendations regarding course content and textbook selection. Suggest books and instructional materials to be purchased by the Library and Media Center. Instruct Distance Ed as assigned. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Bachelor’s Degree
5 years of clinical dental hygiene experience.
Hold an AAS degree in Dental Hygiene from a CODA Accredited College
Must also meet any criteria specified by appropriate accrediting body.

PREFERRED:
Masters’ degree or higher

CERTIFICATION OR LICENSES:
Current Texas License to practice dental hygiene in the State of Texas
Current CPR SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of group communication and interaction techniques.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction for individuals and groups
• Knowledge of practices relevant to discipline.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and departmental strategies.
• Knowledge of the appropriate subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the respective discipline.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies procedure, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operation for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions

SKILLS:

• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Communicating effectively in writing as needed.
• Assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Appropriate subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the discipline being taught.
• Effective communication strategies, verbal and written in dealing with students and other involved parties.
• Possess current and up to date clinical dental hygiene skills - instrumentation
• Possess skills in the use of dental & dental hygiene technologies such as paperless charts and digital radiography

ABILITIES:

• Ability of working with a diverse population.
• Ability to engage students in the learning process.
• Ability to provide effective teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Primarily light physical activity is required with occasional lifting and manipulation of objects up to 25 pounds but may require intermittent lifting of objects up to 40 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is normally performed in an interior/office work environment.

WORK SCHEDULE:
This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.

HOURS REQUIRED PER WEEK:
40 hours/week as determined by department chair.

TRS/ORP:
TRS or ORP

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
None

REPORTS TO:
Departmental Chair/Supervisor