Dental Hygiene Instructor - Part Time
Fortis Colleges and Institutes - smyrna, GA
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Fortis College - Smyrna is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Hygiene Instructor for our Dental Hygiene program. If you possess a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the lives and careers of our Dental Hygiene students and graduates. Fortis - Smyrna provides educational programs that deliver real-life career skills in high demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth. Position Summary: The responsibilities of the successful candidate for the Dental Hygiene Faculty include didactic, laboratory and clinical teaching. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Didactic course preparation, presentation, development, course management, grading and evaluation Participate and support clinic or pre-clinic assignments Pursue excellence in teaching using variety in techniques of computers, multi-media and in lectures/laboratories Stay current with learning resources, textbooks, dental hygiene clinical equipment/supplies, technology and software required by the dental hygiene program Student mentoring, counseling and advisement for success and retention Maintain accurate and updated student records Maintain regular office hours to assist students and support the dental hygiene program Support students with attendance at orientations, program activities, and professional conventions Write letters of recommendation, employment and continuing education to support the students Participate in faculty orientation and faculty development programs Attend and support faculty/department meetings Accept and participate in campus and dental hygiene program committee assignments Encourage community service and involvement with faculty and students Promote the Dental Hygiene Program to the community through attendance at local and national professional conventions. Act as ambassador and advocate for the Dental Hygiene program and the dental hygiene profession in the college and community Stay current in the Dental Hygiene profession through professional and occupational development Provide leadership and professional contributions to the dental hygiene program, the school and Education Affiliates, Inc. Maintain a positive attitude toward work, the dental hygiene department, students, colleagues, administration, the school and Education Affiliates, Inc. Support the Dental Hygiene program vision, mission and goals Compliance with all program and school policies Accept and participate in other duties as assigned Regular and reliable attendance Bachelors Degree RDH Certification At least three years of experience in the Dental Hygiene field Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Highly organized, motivated and results driven Prior teaching experience preferred iploma/Degree required (complete based on position as per accrediting and licensing agency standards) Certification in (complete based on position - or delete if general education position) At least three years of experience in the field of (complete based on position as per accrediting and licensing agency standards - or delete if general education position) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Highly organized, motivated and results driven Prior teaching experience preferred
Created: 2024-10-14