Dental Assistant Instructor – Substitute

Dental Assistant Instructor – Substitute

Location:

El Paso, TX | Campus:
On-Site | Type:
Part-Time / On-Call (Substitute) | Compensation: $20.80 – $24.90 per hour

Share your clinical expertise and inspire the next generation of dental professionals! Pima Medical Institute's El Paso campus is seeking a Substitute Dental Assistant Instructor to provide high-quality classroom and lab instruction on an as‑needed basis.

This role is perfect for a practicing Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), or Licensed Dentist looking to share their hands‑on skills with eager adult learners during morning hours (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) without leaving direct practice.

Instructional Delivery & Student Engagement:

• Classroom & Lab Facilitation: Deliver pre-planned dental assisting lesson plans, lectures, and hands‑on lab training (including four‑handed/six‑handed dentistry, chairside assisting, and infection control).

• Skills Evaluation: Grade student assignments, clinical lab competencies, and exams within 72 hours of submission.

• Student Mentorship: Address academic or behavioral concerns proactively, connecting students with campus resources and leadership as needed.

Compliance & Administration:

• Record Keeping: Maintain precise and timely student attendance logs, early alerts, incident reports, and academic records.

• Safety Standards: Enforce strict OSHA, HIPAA, and safety guidelines across classroom, laboratory, and clinical areas.

• Faculty
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Participate in campus faculty meetings, in‑service workshops, and advisory board events when applicable.

• Education / Training: Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program OR a minimum of three (3) years of related occupational experience if graduating from a non‑accredited program.

• Clinical
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of two (2) years of practical work experience in dental assisting (or general dentistry).

• Licensure / Credentials:

  • Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), or Licensed Dentist in the State of Texas.

  • Active Texas state credentials/licenses as required by local, state, and federal laws.

• Core Competencies: Demonstrated proficiency in four‑handed and/or six‑handed dental assisting methods, chairside techniques, and Texas dental regulations.

• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).

• Hiring Range: $20.80 to $24.90 per hour.

• Flexible
  
  Schedule:
  
  Morning substitute hours (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) based on campus coverage needs.

• Perks: Texas Paid Sick Leave (per state requirements), access to corporate employee discount programs, and professional development opportunities.