Dental Assistant Instructor

Overview

American Institute, founded in 1924 as the Hartford Secretarial School, provides hands-on training for careers in business, legal, allied healthcare, diagnostic medical sonography, and information technology. The organization focuses on programs aligned with job market demands and flexibility to incorporate new offerings to keep graduates competitive.

As an Instructor, you will empower students by delivering engaging and effective instruction. You collaborate with program leaders and other departments to enhance student success, foster retention, support certification, celebrate graduation milestones, and facilitate successful career placements. The role supports the well-being and integrity of the educational programs and students.

• Deliver Centralized Curriculum
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  Teach the standardized education curriculum according to an assigned schedule. Create a learning environment that fosters students' academic growth and guides their professional development.
• Engage Students
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  Facilitate discussion forums and interactive course contributions to promote student interaction and engagement. Be available to students outside class time (e.g., office hours) for additional educational engagement.
• Monitor Student Progress
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  Grade course activities and post grades weekly. Proactively track student performance and provide timely academic feedback.
• Support Student Success
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  Create learning support tools tailored to students' demonstrated needs. Provide academic feedback in a constructive, positive, and timely manner.
• Maintain Professionalism
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  Adhere to policies, maintain an up-to-date faculty file, and communicate effectively with program leadership and students per established expectations and timelines.
• Perform Other Duties as assigned.

• Applies broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through post-secondary education or equivalent work experience.
• Work is supervised.
• Handles problems and uses critical thinking to solve.
• Communicates facts, policies, and practices related to the job area.
• Desire for growth and professional development.

• High school diploma/GED
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) license
• 3 years of verifiable experience as a dental assistant
• Skills and abilities
  
  – communication and presentation skills, organization, people-orientation, time management, and high energy
• Ability to professionally communicate fluently in verbal and written English
• Ability to support a diverse and inclusive work environment
• Computer literacy/basic computer skills to effectively navigate and utilize the technology required for the role

• Prior teaching experience
• X-ray license
• Experience applying adult learning principles and practices to blended learning
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other business tools such as Microsoft Teams
• Inspire students to meet career goals by tying course curriculum to potential career outcomes; familiarity with learning management systems, student information systems, and synchronous instructional tools

• Demonstrate knowledge of and carefully follow all applicable federal and state compliance requirements and regulations including those prescribed by the U.S. Department of Education, accrediting agencies, state regulations, and internal policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicate compliance requirements to other staff as appropriate and quickly escalate any compliance concerns to the Compliance department.

• This is a campus position; in-person instruction, office hours, laboratory work, and preparation time are required.
• Home office setup, quiet place to work, and ability to hard wire into high-speed internet connection.
• May require setup of computer equipment; accommodation consideration available upon request.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as needed.

Final date to receive applications:
Applications are accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Anticipated Starting Salary Is Based On Experience And Qualifications.

Compensation Range: $25—$28 USD

• Caring
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  We believe every student has the potential to be successful in a rewarding career, with the right support.
• Respect
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  We view everyone who enters American Institute as a productive adult who deserves respect and the opportunity to excel.
• Service
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  American Institute is committed to the professional and academic success of each student by actively seeking opportunities to provide service within the campus and the surrounding community.
• Integrity
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  We look forward, not backward, and believe your future is yours to create.
• Accountability
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  When you commit to us, we commit to you and focus on helping you continue to move forward.
• Innovation
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  The sooner you have the knowledge and skills you need, the sooner you can become successful;
  American Institute offers focused, practical training that gets you out of the classroom and to your career goals.