Dental Instructors, Part Time

Dental Instructors, Part‑time Faculty (Job )

Position Type:
Part‑time Faculty/Counselor
Date Posted: 3/6/2024

Location:

Illinois Valley Community College

Dental Instructors are enthusiastic and flexible. They will teach and assess student learning in both the Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene programs. Dental faculty will have teaching assignments consistent with the regulations set forth by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). Dental faculty are responsible for both ensuring that clinical and radiographic services delivered by students meet current standards for dental hygiene care and for the instruction and evaluation of students during their performances of those services.

Dental instructors will be responsible for the assessment, development, coordination, and evaluation of the Dental curriculum to meet established standards of the Commission on Dental Accreditation. In collaboration with colleagues, the instructors will strive for ongoing curriculum improvement within the context of IVCC’s general education philosophy and facilitate student learning outside of the classroom through participation in student activities, college, and community events.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene, Education or related field.
• Minimum of two years of field experience as a Dental Hygienist or Dental Assistant.
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certification through The Dental Assisting National Board within 3 months of hire.
• Current BLS Provider CPR Certification.

• Current Dental Hygienist License from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation or a dentist who is a graduate of a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
• Graduate of a CODA Accredited Dental Assisting Program.
• Background in current educational methodology, theory and practice.

Per the part‑time faculty salary schedule.

Classroom environment and clinical sites.

Complete online application by clicking on the “Apply” link shown above and include a cover letter specifically addressing how your qualifications meet the duties and responsibilities outlined in the job description, resume, and applicable (unofficial) transcripts. Apply NOW for full consideration; open until positions are filled. Employment is contingent upon criminal background check; official transcripts required upon hire; employment sponsorship is not available.

AA/EOE.