Dental Hygiene Instructor - Clinic Only

Dental Hygiene Instructor - Clinic Only Salina Area Technical College • Job Title: Dental Hygiene Instructor Clinic Only Reports To: Director of Allied Dental Education Required Qualifications Associates degree from program accredited by CODA 3 Years clinical experience Registered Dental Hygienist License current with state of Kansas Current CPR Certification Local Anesthesia Certification for Dental Hygienist Nitrous Oxide Certification for Dental Hygienist Preferred Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Science and Bachelors Degree from program accredited by CODA 1 year teaching experience with background in education theory and practice Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to interact effectively and professionally with students, staff, and faculty Knowledge of computers and current technology, dental software, and radiography Familiarity with laws governing dental hygiene practice in Kansas Current of dental hygiene clinic practice experience Position Summary To provide instruction and supervision to students in Dental Hygiene program in accordance with established policies and guidelines. Participate in department and committee assignments, recruiting, and other academic, institutional and community support activities. Provide input to the Director of Allied Dental Education and Vice President of Instruction relative to new course development and program redesign. Prepare students to succeed in related employment. Essential Job Functions: Teach an appropriate load as required by the negotiated agreement and supervise students in lab and clinical settings Maintain current knowledge, changes, and technology in the field Deliver the approved course of study as outlined in the syllabus, maintain a student-oriented approach to education, demonstrate procedures as needed Provide individual and group instruction; provide immediate, routine, consistent feedback to assist students in improving performance in technical and core ability competencies Assist students in accurately recording all relevant pertinent information in patient record Perform quality assurance of patient records Oversee students in obtaining oral hygiene assessment data, creating an oral health care plan, performing oral hygiene services - prophylaxis, scaling, sealant, fluoride application Identify, evaluate, implement, and modify instructional materials, technologies, methods, and textbooks based on student and industry assessments and feedback Evaluate student learning and teaching effectiveness through written, oral, practical and/or performance testing, ensuring that what it taught is evaluated, evaluations by skill and clinical competencies Provide support and guidance to students with an aim toward retention and job placement. Responsibilities may include advising, counseling students regarding career options, appropriate referrals, graduation requirements, and placement activities Develop and maintain an environment conducive to a high level of student learning Verify and maintain records of student attendance, performance and provide frequent feedback to students regarding individual progress Conduct assessment of student performance, maintain accurate records as requested, and submit grades in a timely manner Establish and maintain appropriate and adequate office hours Develop and maintain active partnerships with business/industry to establish good public relations and become aware of employment opportunities, changes, processes, and job skills. This may be accomplished through advisory committees, industry visits/contacts/tours, and professional organizations Organize, communicate, and meet with Advisory Council Promote the program and assist with student recruitment Assist in program assessment, accreditation, program review processes and activities to maintain program viability and effectiveness Work closely with other faculty, administration, and staff; attend meetings, serve on committees Participate in professional growth activities, certification training, and pursuing additional education required for this position Maintain health insurance Support the vision, mission, and policies of Salina Area Technical College Perform other duties as assigned Physical Requirements: Occasional physical exertion to manually lift, carry, push, pull or move objects or materials less than 50 pounds Generally, involves 40% sitting, 10% walking and 50% standing, however some days may require much more walking and standing Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching Requires acute hearing and speaking skills Requires fine dexterity to type, enter data and provide written communications Use of standard office equipment including computers and general office equipment Work is performed in a busy and noisy environment Requires prolonged sitting or standing Requires traveling to various sites May require evening and weekend work Exemption Status: Salary Exempt Classification: Faculty Full Time Schedule: M-F, 40 hours times according to the Negotiated Agreement Pay Rate: To commensurate with education and experience according to the FNA salary schedule Start Date: August 2025 Application Process To be considered for this position you must complete the following • Submit an online application • • Then Human Resources, Employment Opportunities • Must include • Application • Letter of Interest (Cover Letter) • Resume • Three Professional References • Unofficial Academic Transcripts If hired, official academic transcripts must be submitted to the Director of HR Timeline: Open until filled Additional Requirements • Applicant will be required to pass drug screen and background check • Provide proof of the following health records • Hepatitis B series (3 doses) or proof of immunity titer • MMR (2 doses) of proof of immunity by titer • Documentation of tetanus vaccine within the last 10 years • Submit proof of negative TB screening This job description may be changed at any time and does no constitute a contract or agreement Salina Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. If you have any questions regarding employment opportunities, including questions about this job. Please contact Taylor Lang, Director of Human Resources at taylor.lang@salinatech.edu or 785-309-3160 Benefits Information Eligible Benefits: The College offers a fully paid single employee health and dental plan, as well as a partially paid vision plan. Voluntary Benefits Options Include: • Accident, Cancer & Specified Disease, Heart & Stroke Supplemental Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts - Healthcare & Dependent Care • Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance • 403B Investment Plans Additional Benefits: • KPERS (Kansas Public Employee Retirement System is a mandatory 6% contribution from the employee and the state of Kansas contributes for the school/college employer) • 10 days of Personal Time Off per Academic Year • Additional Days Off: Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Spring Break • Tuition Assistance - 9 Free Credits each for Self and Dependents per Semester • Up to $3,000 Tuition Reimbursement per calendar year for one degree advancement Salary Information Pay Rate: To commensurate with education and experience according to the FNA salary schedule Employer Information Salina Area Technical College offers 22 technical programs leading to a Associate of Applied Science Degree and/or Technical Certificate. 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