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North-West College - Riverside, CA

Dental Assistant Instructor

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A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.

$49,655 / year median in California

+28% projected growth

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Dental Assistant Instructor North-West College - Riverside, CA Riverside, CA Job Details Part-time $23 - $25 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications Student supervision Student progress monitoring Laboratory safety Faculty collaboration Professional ethics Dental License Student record keeping Educational technology integration Performance feedback (performance evaluation method) Mid-level Student engagement techniques Clinical instruction 3 years Dental terminology Curriculum implementation Clinical training Registered Dental Assistant Instructional adaptability Student support Dental equipment Four handed dentistry Laboratory sessions (educational delivery method) Computer skills Dental Assisting Classroom Teaching Student engagement classroom management Communication skills Student safety monitoring Providing feedback to students Full Job Description Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions that includes North-West College, Glendale Career College, Nevada Career Institute, and Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing . For over 58 years , SEC has provided quality, affordable allied health education, helping students launch successful healthcare careers.
Career Site:
www.success.edu/careers-with-sec About the Role We are seeking a Substitute Dental Assistant Instructor to provide classroom and laboratory instruction on an as-needed basis. This role is ideal for an experienced dental professional who is passionate about sharing their knowledge and helping students prepare for careers in dental assisting.
Schedule:
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (as needed) OR 6 pm - 10 pm (As needed) Key Responsibilities Deliver classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction in accordance with established curriculum and lesson plans. Supervise students during laboratory activities and ensure compliance with safety standards. Reinforce dental assisting skills, procedures, terminology, ethics, and professionalism. Monitor student performance and provide feedback to support learning outcomes. Maintain accurate attendance and student records as required. Collaborate with program leadership and faculty to ensure continuity of instruction. Follow all college policies and procedures. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience as a Dental Assistant. Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant Program . Currently certified as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or licensed dentist. Proficient in four-handed and/or six-handed dentistry principles. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, records, charts, ethics, and confidentiality. Familiarity with instructional methods and techniques for dental assistant training. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills. Ability to engage students and create a positive learning environment. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt instruction to meet student needs. Ability to work independently and effectively use instructional technology and audio-visual equipment. Success Education Colleges is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.