Dental Technology; Focus: Dental Hygiene Instructor

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Under the general direction of a dean, an Instructor provides comprehensive classroom instruction to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of facilitating the attainment of their academic or vocational objectives.

Provide academic instruction through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students through appropriate assignments and activities in one‑on‑one, classroom, and distance‑mediated instructional settings.

Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.

Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours.

Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with department, college, and district goals; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record.

Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner.

Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.

Participate in curriculum and program development; update syllabi; collaborate with discipline faculty on a regular basis to assess and revise measurable student performance indicators for each course; may provide input into the development of student learning outcomes.

Revise and update course content and materials of instruction in accordance with new theory, application, and industry developments within the discipline or area of specialization.

Attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and district meetings; may participate in articulation and matriculation related activities.

May provide work direction to others and perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A master’s degree (or academic credential at least one level higher than a baccalaureate degree) AND two years of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active California Dental or Dental Hygiene License or special permit with no disciplinary actions.
• Management and professional experience in a clinical practice as a dentist or RDH.

Oxnard College, 118 acres, two miles from Pacific Ocean beaches, located near the Ventura Freeway (Highway 101) or the Pacific Coast Highway. Instruction commences during the Fall 2026 semester.

The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public community college district serving residents throughout Ventura County. VCCCD recognizes that a diverse community of faculty, staff, and administrators promotes academic excellence and creates an inclusive educational and work environment for employees, contractors, students, and the community it serves. VCCCD does not engage in employment practices that discriminate based on ethnicity, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

Salary is based on a ten‑month contract. Salary range: $61,599 – $129,347. Maximum advanced salary placement credit for prior experience is 7 steps on the full‑time academic salary schedule.

Fringe benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for the employee and eligible dependents.