Dental assistant instructor - substitute

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Location

onsite, Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Salary

$42k – $50k/yr

Commitment

Part Time

Level

Middle (2-4 years)

Required skills

Dental AssistingLesson PlanningClinical InstructionStudent AssessmentFour-handed DentistrySix-handed DentistryClassroom ManagementMicrosoft OfficeGoogle DocsExcelPowerPointCommunication SkillsProfessionalism

Job Description

We are hiring a Dental Assistant who loves teaching and training employees and students!

Share your knowledge and expertise in a classroom and clinical setting.

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Black Canyon Freeway/Sweetwater)

Schedule: 8 am to 12 Noon | As Needed - Please share your availability when you apply

Hiring Range: $20.80 - $24.96 per hour

CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES (AS A SUBSTITUTE)

  • Follow the existing lesson plan and course syllabus.
  • Supervise and guide students through hands-on lab work when teaching in a lab setting.
  • Take attendance and manage classroom order.
  • Provide on-the-spot clarification and support.
  • Collect assignments and document student progress.

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Comprehensive expertise in Dental Assisting
  • Effective lesson planning and execution
  • Ability to assess student knowledge and design remediation strategies
  • Role model of professionalism and dedication to the profession
  • Engaging and supportive teaching environment
  • Proficient in creating and administering evaluations
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Excel, and PowerPoint

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program (or equivalent recognized training) OR a minimum of three years of related experience for non-accredited program graduates.
  • At least two years of practical experience in Dental Assisting.
  • Knowledge of state requirements for dental assisting programs.
  • Proficiency in four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry practices.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS

  • Nationally Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), or licensed dentist (CDA or RDA credentials not required for dentists).
  • Current license, certification, or credential per local, state, or federal regulations for the Dental Assistant field.

Please share your availability when you apply!

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