Instructor, Dental Hygiene

Instructor, Dental Hygiene Winston-Salem, NC Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Academic program development Conducting community outreach projects Computer operation CPR Certification Completing CE credits Student performance assessment strategies Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Student mentoring Computer literacy Student record keeping BLS Certification Local agency collaboration Laboratory experience CPR Clinic experience Mid-level Clinical instruction Career exploration services for students Education Bachelor's degree Classroom experience Participating in conferences Computer skills Bachelor's degree in education Dental Hygiene Instructional materials development Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene Classroom Teaching Registered Dental Hygienist Collaborative teaching Career counseling Teaching Certified Dental Assistant Full Job Description Forsyth Tech Community College is seeking a passionate and student-centered Dental Hygiene Instructor to join our Health Sciences team. This full-time faculty role offers the opportunity to shape the next generation of dental hygiene professionals through engaging classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. In this role, you will collaborate close with faculty, staff, and our on-site dental clinic to deliver high-quality education aligned with accreditation standards while fostering student success, professional growth, and community impact.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene, Education or related science.

Note:

Degrees and hours must be from a college accredited by a United States Department of Education accepted accrediting agency such as SACSCOC . Clinical practice experience in Dental Hygiene in a dental office setting. Current unencumbered Dental Hygiene license (RDH). Current CPR certification. Evidence of continuing education requirements to maintain RDH licensure. Understand and be committed to the unique nature and role of the college.

Preferred Qualifications Preferred:

Teaching experience in a dental hygiene or related field. Experience in a classroom, lab and clinical instruction. 3+of professional dental hygiene practice Membership in the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA). Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or willing to obtain.

Essential Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

include the following and other duties as needed.

Teaching and Learning:

Deliver engaging classroom, lab and clinical instruction aligned with program outcomes and CODA standards. Create a supportive learning environment that promotes student success and retention. Supervise and evaluate students in clinical and pre-clinical settings, providing meaningful, real-time feedback. Track student progress, maintain accurate records, and assess learning outcomes. Demonstrate current dental hygiene techniques and best practices.

Curriculum Development & Program Development:

Maintain and update course materials to reflect current industry trends and accreditation requirements. Contribute to continuous program improvement and accreditation efforts. Assist in developing new courses and learning experience aligned with workforce needs. Recommend equipment, materials, and instructional resources.

Advising & Mentorship:

Advise and mentor students on academic progress and career pathways. Support student development in professionalism, ethics, and lifelong learning. Engage in college-wide advising initiatives. Professional Engagement Maintain active licensure and certifications. r Participate in professional development, conferences, and continuing education. Stay current with emerging trends in dental hygiene and education.

Service & Community Engagement:

Participate in department, division, and college committees. Support community outreach and program promotion efforts. Build and maintain relationships with clinical partners and advisory boards.

Physical Demands Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment. The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others. The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools. The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds. The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Workplace Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment. Work in state-of-the-art community dental clinic. Posting Detail Information Open Date 11/17/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants If you require assistance, please call HR at 336-734-7302. EOE.