Faculty - Dental Assisting (Adjunct)
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

Posting Number::

Temporary_0091346

Position Title::

Faculty - Dental Assisting (Adjunct)

Classification Title:

Part Time Faculty

Min Salary:

$31.29

Salary Type:

hourly

FLSA:

E = Exempt

Position Type::

Faculty

Position Summary::

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is looking for an adjunct, part-time Faculty - Dental Assisting instructor. This position involves a range of responsibilities that support our dental program, with key responsibilities including:

• Teaching Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and deliver lectures for various dental classes.
2. Create and update quizzes, proficiencies, assignments, and activities.

• Classroom and Lab Management:

1. Acquire and organize materials and equipment needed for classes.
2. Set up materials and equipment before class sessions.
3. Maintain inventory control by determining necessary supplies for labs and preparing supply lists for ordering.

• Student Support:

1. Tutor students in lab activities during open lab hours.
2. Provide assistance and guidance to students to ensure their understanding and skill development.

• Equipment and Facility Maintenance:

1. Maintain clinical and sterilization equipment.
2. Conduct water testing for dental units.
3. Keep the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) manual updated and accessible.

• Professional Development:

1. Stay current with reading and research in the field of dental assisting.
2. Select and integrate new audiovisual materials into the curriculum.

• Other Duties:

1. Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Program Chair, ensuring the smooth operation of the dental assisting program.

Faculty members must be flexible with their teaching schedules to accommodate the needs of students, the program, and the college, including teaching at various locations and times.


Required Education/Experience::

• 1 or more years of clinical practice in a dental office
• CPR certified
• Graduate of an Accredited Dental Assisting Program
• Certified Dental Assistant

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills::

• Teaching Experience in a CODA Accredited Dental Assisting Program
• Clinical experience in General Dentistry

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities::

Department::

Dental Assistant

Work Hours::

varies based on semester (up to 29 hours per week fall and spring , up to 32 hours per week summer)

Posting Date::

07/08/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Duty and Responsibility::

1. Successfully prepare, manage, and deliver course content in order to achieve course objectives, accommodate diverse learning styles, and meet student learning outcomes.

Duty and Responsibility::

2. Actively engage students and provide prompt feedback in an objective, respectful, and effective manner.

Duty and Responsibility::

3. Communicate and follow course syllabus content in accordance with directions provided and administrative guidance.

Duty and Responsibility::

4. Work collaboratively with the College's support services to identify and address the students' academic support needs.

Duty and Responsibility::

5. Utilize College technology for the delivery of instruction and completion of operational processes; this includes but is not limited to the College's learning management system, email and calendaring solution, document management system(s), student information system, and employee portals.

Duty and Responsibility::

6. Meet deadlines, including maintaining and submitting accurate class records, employee records/requests, and other assigned tasks.

Duty and Responsibility::

7. When applicable, ensure laboratories are appropriately stocked with required supplies and equipment is in safe operating order.

Duty and Responsibility::

8. Facilitate a positive, student-centered, and professional environment among students, faculty and staff.

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