Instructor-Dental Assisting

Arizona College is currently seeking a part time Instructor for our Dental Assisting Program, here at our Mesa, AZ Campus!Monday-Friday 745 am - 105 pmDaily in-person instruction - work from home 1 day a week on an online day (Tuesday or Thursday) after 90 days of employment! Arizona College is a rapidly growing institution dedicated to transforming people’s lives through education. Offering both nursing and allied health programs, Arizona College prepares students for in-demand careers in healthcare and significantly improves its community through the care its graduates provide.Putting students first, we are dedicated to providing students with an exceptional education in growing healthcare fields; teaching them relevant, required skills for today and the future. Our culture is positive, supportive, and collaborative. As a team, we continually embrace our core valuesPassion We love helping others succeed.Excellence We strive to be the best.Adaptability We learn, in part by trying new ideas.AccountabilityWe own our results.Integrity We do the right thing.Under general supervision from the Program Director, the Instructor will perform a variety of routine duties. This position requires direct contact with students in instruction, training, and monitoring professional and academic development throughout their program. On average, Instructors teach three classes per day or evening shift. The Instructor provides a learning experience to in the classroom and in the lab using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures and demonstrations and using audiovisual and technological aids to supplement the presentations as well as evaluating their achievements.Keep students engaged in a classroom environment while following an established curriculum / syllabusCreate positive educational climate for students to learn in while establishing and communicating clear objectives for all learning activitiesOffer constant guidance during the practical portion of class- educating students on proper technique and skillsMeet course and school-wide student performance goalsManage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures.Observe and evaluate student's performance and counsel those who do not adhere to guidelinesRecognize and analyze outward signs of problems that students may have that inhibit their achievement and take appropriate action. Identify and refer students who are “at risk" of leaving the course to Academic AdvisorProvide ongoing student advisement and academic counseling by tutoring and mentoring students on an individual basis when neededGrade tests and projects, maintain grade books, track attendance and perform other administrative duties as neededAdminister oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and to evaluate training effectivenessParticipate in ongoing conferences, seminars, and training sessions.Provide input and participate in academic committees formed for the purpose of enrichment of both the programs and studentsOther Duties as AssignedTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.A minimum of two (2) years experience directly related to the programs overseen is required. (Post-Secondary Instructor experience preferred)Documented formal education/training in the field of study for which the program is preparing students to enterMeet applicable accreditation, state and national faculty/instructor credential, certification and/or licensure standards associated with program areas overseen by holding a current CDA or RDA from the Dental Assisting National BoardWorking knowledge of instructional theory, basic education principles, practices and methodologies, the developmental process, competency-based curricula, and general classroom and lab practicesPossesses good organizational skills, knowledge of record keeping procedures, including the ability to collect and organize data and informationAbility to establish and maintain appropriate levels of authority as well as creating an atmosphere of support and confidence for studentsPossesses effective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to develop effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and studentsAbility to deal effectively with stress caused by workload, deadlines, and situations as they occurMust be tactful, have good interpersonal skills and sound judgmentCompetitive pay and opportunities for professional development.Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment.Rest and relaxation with generous PTO and holiday benefits.Robust health and welfare benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision.Preparation for the future with a 401(k) and company match.For consideration, only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls, please.Our schools prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law.