Professor/Program Director, Certified Dental Assisting (2026-00099)

Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

ABOUT

A twelve-month faculty position responsible to the Dean, Nursing and Health Sciences and the professor/department chair, dental hygiene. The individual must be qualified to teach courses, coordinate learning activities, coordinate practicum experiences with area dental offices and promote program effectiveness.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

General Expectations of all TJC Faculty

Exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning

• ·Maintain current and comprehensive knowledge and experience in the teaching field and assigned teaching discipline
• ·Create a classroom environment reflecting professionalism, equity, respect, and trust

Adhere to college policies

• ·Abide by Employee Standards of Conduct
• ·Perform job duties as assigned by the department chair and dean (unless request violates TJC policy or local/state/federal laws)
• ·Stay current with and follow departmental and college policies
• ·Complete required compliance trainings and stay current on professional development hours

asses and office hours as appropriate

Discipline- or Position-Specific Responsibilities/Competencies

Facilitating Classroom and Laboratory Instruction:

• ·Provide engaging and effective instruction in both classroom and laboratory settings.
• ·Prepare course manuals and laboratory manuals to enhance instructional effectiveness.

Administrative Duties:

• ·Create and maintain program manuals and relevant documents.
• ·Create and implement policies outlined in the TJC Certified Dental Assisting Student Handbook
• ·Assist with maintaining student records (immunization, required training, course completion, etc.).
• ·Coordinate and monitor student documentation in the online portal.
• ·Evaluate and maintain accurate information for the college catalog, program website, admissions guidelines, and retention and completion records/reports.
• ·Coordinate with the Dental Assisting National Board for students' testing.
• ·Maintain reports of students' performance on the national board.
• ·Facilitate and organize bi-monthly meetings with program faculty.
• ·Participate in department chair meetings as designated by the Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Curriculum Development:

• ·Develop and coordinate curriculum to ensure its relevance and effectiveness.
• ·Collaborate with faculty to evaluate program curriculum and align it with program outcomes.
• ·Utilize school committees, such as Curriculum and Instruction, to enhance program outcomes.

Accreditation Compliance:

• ·Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and maintain necessary documentation.
• ·Complete annual program surveys for the Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Facility Management:

• ·Schedule and oversee the use of program facilities.
• ·Coordinate faculty schedules and collaborate with dental hygiene for facility use.

Administrative Software Utilization:

• ·Utilize college administrative software to assist with the creation and management of course schedules.
• ·Collect, input, and synthesize program outcomes and report them in the college administrative software.

Budget Administration:

• ·Prepare and administer budgets to support program needs.
• ·Oversee clinic and laboratory program supplies.
• ·Identify program needs in budget availability.

Personnel Supervision:

• ·Recommend, schedule, supervise, and evaluate faculty and staff.

Admission Criteria Determination:

• ·Establish admission criteria and procedures for program entry.
• ·Coordinate program applications and monitor the status of incoming applications.
• ·Responsible for entering candidate information into the database, updating files, and contacting candidates for further information to complete each file.

Academic Advising Support:

• ·Assist in academic advising of students to promote their academic success.

Student Recruitment:

• ·Participate in recruitment and selection processes for new students.

College Mission Statement

The College champions student and community success by providing a caring, comprehensive experience through educational excellence, stellar service, innovative programming and authentic partnerships.

Paramount to Tyler Junior College as a premiere institution of higher learning is the commitment by the College faculty to academic excellence, integrity, and scholarship, as well as the focus on student and community success.

A Commitment to Excellence in Teaching and Learning

Faculty have a comprehensive knowledge and experience in their subject matter while striving to remain current and competent in their fields. They are team-oriented, working to create and maintain an atmosphere of professionalism, equity, respect, and trust. Faculty consistently exhibit an enthusiasm for teaching and especially for working with students. Moreover, they actively promote student engagement.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Collaboration/Teamwork, Communication (Oral and Written), Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Multi-tasking, Organizational Skills, Problem-solving, Time Management, Adaptability, Confidentiality and Discretion in Handling Sensitive Departmental Information, and Professionalism in an Education Setting.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

1 Full-time and 2 Part-time employees

Work Environment: Ultrasonic sound, Indoor settings, Occasional work required outside regular business hours.

Physical Demands: Sitting, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, and repetitive typing. Requires prolonged verbal communication (in person and via phone) and regular use of standard office equipment.

Travel Required: Yes – 25% (Partner Dental Offices, TJC campuses, conferences, supply runs and professional development. )

If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

WHO YOU ARE

Required Education, Experience, and Credentials/License.

• ·Bachelor’s degree or higher AND
• ·Dental Assisting National Board Certified Dental Assistant OR a dentist licensed to practice in Texas, with occupational experience in the application of fourhanded dentistry principles, either as a dental assistant or working with a chairside assistant AND
• ·Must have had instruction in educational theory and methodology, e.g., curriculum development, educational psychology, test construction, measurement and evaluation.
• ·Three (3) additional years of occupational experience

Preferred Education & License

Master’s degree

Registered Dental Hygienist (in Texas)

Preferred Experience

1 year of teaching or higher education experience.