Adjunct Instructor of Dental Assisting

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Working Title Adjunct Instructor of Dental Assisting

Role Title Adjunct Instructor of Dental Assisting

Role Code 01011-SW

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band UG

Position Number 279A0000

Agency Danville Community College

Division Danville Community College (Div)

$700 - $1,100 per credit hour commensurate with qualifications, education, & experience

No

EEO Category I-Faculty

Part Time

Telework options are subject to change based on business needs. Yes

Regular

Hours:

Monday – Wednesday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and other times as needed.

Responsibilities may include work during the day and/or evening classes for program placed students and non-curricular-students, as well as its distance learning classes.

This is a part-time teaching assignment at the College, with an anticipated start of August 2026.

Applicant review will begin immediately.

Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946, and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors.

Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.

The Arts, Sciences, and Business Division seeks adjuncts to teach a variety of online or in-person classes in Dental Assisting as assigned in conjunction with the program coordinator. Adjunct instructors are supported by faculty and other staff in the development of courses and are involved in decisions about curricula.

• Deliver hands-on instruction in dental assisting procedures, including chairside assisting, instrument transfer, radiography techniques, dental materials, and infection control practices.
• Evaluate and assess student performance through skills assessments, laboratory demonstrations, clinical observations, and other appropriate evaluation methods.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and support to help students develop clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional competencies.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and inventory, and communicate equipment or supply needs to the Program Coordinator.
• Collaborate with program faculty to ensure laboratory and clinical instruction aligns with curriculum goals and student learning outcomes.
• Teach day, evening, online, laboratory, and clinical courses, as assigned based on program needs.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, participation, grades, and other required documentation.
• Utilize Microsoft Office, Canvas, and other college-supported technologies to enhance instruction and support student success.
• Complete all required Canvas and instructional technology training.
• Demonstrate…