Dental Hygiene Instructor

Job Title:

Dental Hygiene Instructor

Reports To:

Director of Allied Dental Education

Required Qualifications:

         Bachelors Degree from program accredited by CODA

         3 Years clinical experience

         Registered Dental Hygienist license current with state of Kansas

         Current CPR Certification

         Local Anesthesia Certification for Dental Hygienist

         Nitrous Oxide Certification for Dental Hygienist

Preferred Qualifications:

         Masters degree in science and

         Bachelors Degree from program accredited by CODA

         1 Year teaching experience with background in education theory and practice

Position Summary

To provide instruction and supervision to students in Dental Hygiene program in accordance with established policies and guidelines.  Participate in department and committee assignments, recruiting, and other academic, institutional and community support activities.  Provide input to the Director of Allied Dental Education and Vice President of Instruction relative to new course development and program redesign.  Prepare students to succeed in related employment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

         Effective oral and written communication skills

         Ability to interact effectively and professionally with students, staff and faculty

         Knowledge of computers and current technology, dental software, and radiography

         Familiar with laws governing dental hygiene practice in Kansas

         Current of dental hygiene clinic practice experience

Essential Job Functions:

      Teach an appropriate load as required by the negotiated agreement and supervise students in classroom, lab, and clinical settings

      Maintain current knowledge, changes, and technology in the field

      Identify, create, evaluate, modify, and implement outcomes, curricula, and assessments, provide curriculum input

      Prepare and distribute a learning syllabus for each course

      Deliver the approved course of study as outlined in the syllabus, maintain a student-oriented approach to education, demonstrate procedures as needed

      Provide individual and group instruction; provide immediate, routine, consistent feedback to assist students in improving performance in technical and core ability competencies

      Assist students in accurately recording all relevant pertinent information in patient record

      Perform quality assurance of patient records

      Oversee students in obtaining oral hygiene assessment data, creating an oral health care plan, performing oral hygiene services - prophylaxis, scaling, sealant, fluoride application

      Identify, evaluate, implement, and modify instructional materials, technologies, methods, and textbooks based on student and industry assessments and feedback

      Evaluate student learning and teaching effectiveness through written, oral, practical and/or performance testing, ensuring that what it taught is evaluated, evaluations by skill and clinical competencies

      Provide support and guidance to students with an aim toward retention and job placement.  Responsibilities may include advising, counseling students regarding career options, appropriate referrals, graduation requirements, and placement activities

      Develop and maintain an environment conducive to a high level of student learning

      Verify and maintain records of student attendance, performance and provide frequent feedback to students regarding individual progress

      Conduct assessment of student performance, maintain accurate records as requested, and submit grades in a timely manner

      Establish and maintain appropriate and adequate office hours

      Develop and maintain active partnerships with business/industry to establish good public relations and become aware of employment opportunities, changes, processes, and job skills.  This may be accomplished through advisory committees, industry visits/contacts/tours, and professional organizations

      Organize, communicate, and meet with Advisory Council

      Promote the program and assist with student recruitment

      Assist in program assessment, accreditation, program review processes and activities to maintain program viability and effectiveness

      Work closely with other faculty, administration, and staff; attend meetings, serve on committees

      Participate in professional growth activities, certification training, and pursuing additional education required for this position

      Maintain health insurance

      Support the vision, mission, and policies of Salina Area Technical College

      Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

      Occasional physical exertion to manually lift, carry, push, pull or move objects or materials less than 50 pounds

      Generally, involves 80% sitting, 10% walking and 10% standing, however some days may require much more walking and standing

      Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching

      Requires acute hearing and speaking skills

      Requires fine dexterity to type, enter data and provide written communications

      Use of standard office equipment including computers and general office equipment

      Work is performed in a busy and noisy environment

      Requires prolonged sitting or standing

      Requires traveling to various sites

      May require evening and weekend work

Exemption Status:

Salary Exempt

Classification:

Faculty Full Time

Schedule:

M-F, 40 hours times according to the Negotiated Agreement

Pay Rate:

To commensurate with education and experience according to the FNA salary schedule

Start Date:

August 2025

Application Process:

To be considered for this position you must complete the following

- Submit an online application

     - https://www.salinatech.edu

     - Then Human Resources, Employment Opportunities

- Must include

     - Application

     - Letter of Interest (Cover Letter)

     - Resume

     - Three Professional References

     - Unofficial Academic Transcripts

If hired, official academic transcripts must be submitted to the Director of HR

Timeline:

Open Until Filled

Additional Requirements

- Applicant will be required to pass a drug screen and background check

- Provide proof of the following health records:

     - Hepatitis B series (3 Doses) or proof of immunity by titer

     - MMR (2 Doses) or proof of immunity by titer

     - Documentation of tetanus vaccine within the last 10 years

- Submit proof of negative TB Screening

This job description may be changes at any time and does not constitute a contract or agreement.

Salina Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

If you have any questions regarding employment opportunities, including questions about this job. Please contact Taylor Lang Director of Human Resources at taylor.lang@salinatech.edu or 785-309-3160

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