Dental Assisting Part-Time Faculty

Job Description

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is recruiting Part-Time Faculty to teach courses in dental assisting for the Department of Dental Assisting.

The college welcomes qualified applicants from all backgrounds for temporary Part-Time Faculty teaching assignments. We seek a pool of qualified candidates to teach in-person, online, or hybrid courses when PT Faculty vacancies occur. Applications are always welcome, and qualified candidates are contacted when teaching opportunities become available. Part-Time Faculty are an essential part of TMCC operations and they continually make a positive impact on our students' lives.

• Under the supervision of the Department Chair, Part-Time Faculty teach course content; assess student learning; stay current in their teaching field; actively refer students to supportive college resources; complete professional development; use current technology; and maintain appropriate standards of ethics and professional conduct.
• Teach courses based on staffing and program needs. Some examples include: DA 111 Dental Radiography I DA 119 Chairside Dental Assisting DA 127 Dental Materials II

Must have a current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential.

Hourly lab/clinic pay rate: $28-$40 per hour.

• Dental Assisting Certificate of Achievement from CODA accredited school.
• The desire to work with students, faculty, and staff from many different backgrounds.

TMCC is a Northern Nevada’s premier jobs college, and we partner with employers across our region to keep our programs on the cutting edge. We offer over 60 short-term certificates and many degree programs, including Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Architecture, and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. TMCC serves approximately 10,000 learners who take classes at our four Reno locations: the Dandini campus, the Redfield campus, the Meadowood campus, and the Edison campus.

• Student access and success.
• Excellence in teaching and learning.
• Evidence of student progress through assessment of student learning.
• Nurturing a climate of innovative and creative thought.
• Collaborative decision making.
• Environmental sustainability and a healthy college community.
• Responsible and sustainable use of resources.
• Ethical practices and integrity.
• Respect and compassion for all persons.
• Community development through partnerships and services.
• Fostering responsible participation in a democratic society.

Part-Time Faculty can attend a paid Orientation, receive paid professional development training, receive tuition reimbursement through Grant-in-Aid, and receive longevity payments based on years of service.

Part-time Faculty are not eligible for health benefits unless they meet specific workload requirements per semester. Those who meet the eligibility criteria can access a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

This is an on-going pool of qualified individuals interested in part-time, temporary non-tenure track instructional opportunities at Truckee Meadows Community College. These opportunities are part-time only and will not be continued beyond the ending date. These opportunities may be terminated at will, at any time, for any reason, without notice; the appointee has no appeal rights. Temporary assignments are not eligible for consideration for tenure as part of the assignment.

Exempt Yes Full-Time Equivalent
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TMCC is not able to support sponsorship for employment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States at the time they begin employment.

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