Adjunct - Dental Hygiene Pool

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PT2109

Job Title ADJUNCT - DENTAL HYGIENE POOL

Department Dental and Imaging Technology

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Part-Time

Open Date 11/12/2025

Open Until Filled No

ADJUNCT – DENTAL HYGIENE :

The purpose of this position is to provide student supervision, instruction, and maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community in a classroom/lab setting or clinical setting during patient care.

Associate of Applied Science ( AAS ) degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited dental or dental hygiene school through the Commission on Dental Accreditation ( CODA ).

Three (3) years of clinical experience in the field.

Current licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist ( RDH ) through the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners ( TSBDE ).

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( CPR ) / Basic Life Support ( BLS ) for the Healthcare Provider certification.

Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds.

Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success. Knowledge of a learning college and/or knowledge of learning communities.

Experience teaching at the secondary or college level.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill adjunct assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Applicants must reside in the state of Texas and be eligible to work in the United States.

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III :
Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the teaching discipline. Maintain a classroom/lab/clinical environment that promotes teaching and learning. Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction. Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and material to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes. Evaluate and grade students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes.

Advise students throughout classroom/lab/clinical…