ADJUNCT - DENTAL ASSISTING POOL

Posting Details Position Information Posting Number PT363 Job Title

ADJUNCT - DENTAL ASSISTING POOL

Department Dental and Imaging Technology Position Type Faculty Employment Status Adjunct Salary Adjunct Stipend Open Date 11/12/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled No Position Summary Information Job Description Summary The purpose of this position is to teach and/or assist in assigned dental assisting courses, labs, and clinic sites and maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.

Minimum Qualifications Education:

• Associate's degree if instructing a lab or clinical. • Bachelor's degree if instructing a didactic course. Three (3) years of clinical experience in the field using four-handed dentistry skills. Current license as a Registered Dental Assistant ( RDA ) through the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners ( TSBDE ). Current credential as a Certified Dental Assistant ( CDA ) through the Dental Assisting National Board ( DANB ). Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( CPR ) / Basic Life Support ( BLS ) for the Healthcare Provider certification. Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds. Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success. Knowledge of a learning college and/or knowledge of learning communities. Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching at the secondary or college level. Experience teaching college level online courses and/or documented successful training in a college online learning management system (e.g. Blackboard, Canvas). Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must reside in the state of Texas and be eligible to work in the United States. This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Our Culture Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way , which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College's Strategic Plan 2024-2029,

Guiding Star III :

Cultivate , all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College's ability to serve its students and community. Job Duties Job Duty Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the teaching discipline. Maintain a classroom/lab/clinical environment that promotes teaching and learning. Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction. Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and material to assist who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes. Evaluate and grade students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes. Advise students throughout classroom/lab/clinical hours as needed. Job Duty Review, evaluate, recommend, and effectively use student learning materials. Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community. Maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development in accordance with the Commission on Dental Accreditation ( CODA ). Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). The minimum of an Associate's degree is required if instructing a lab or clinical. The minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required if instructing a didactic course. Do you meet the minimum educational requirement for the position? Yes, I have an Associates degree (Submission of transcripts required.) Yes, I have a Bachelor's degree (Submission of transcipts required.) No (disqualifying) Do you have Three (3) years of Clinical experience in the field using four-handed dentistry skills? Yes No- (disqualifying) Do you have a current license as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)through the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. (TSBDE)? Yes, I have a current license as a RDA through TSBDE (Submission of licensure is required). No (disqualifying) Do you have a current credential as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) through the Dental Assisting national Board (DANB)? Yes (Submission of credential required). No (disqualifying) Do you have a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider Certification? yes (Submission of certification required). No (disqualifying) Applicant Documents Required Documents Letter of Interest Transcripts Curriculum Vitae Certification(s) Certification(s) (2) Optional Documents List of Professional References Letter(s) of Recommendation