Job Description
DENTAL ASSISTANT - INSTRUCTOR - PART TIME - WEEKNIGHTS We are looking for experienced DA's to become fully trained instructors to teach year round classes and as needed PRN. Please let us know your availability. Have you ever thought about teaching?
Ross Education Holdings, Inc.'s non-profit secondary education centers are working to provide all students with the tools to become much needed health care professionals.
We are looking for experienced Dental Assistants to become fully trained instructors to teach year round classes as Primary Scheduled Instructors and Secondary Instructors ready to step in as needed for teaching assistant and substitutes as needed. Our schools and classes run year round.
Are you ready to change lives? Come find your "WHY" at Ross!
Ross is more than a place to work - we're a community built on shared values. As part of our team, you'll be asked to embody and uphold the principles that guide everything we do:
- Being Humble, Kind, a Good Steward, Embrace Accountability, Deliver an Exceptional Student Experience and Lead Responsibly
If these values resonate with you and you're looking to contribute to a purpose-driven team, we'd love to meet you.
Dental Assistant Instructor duties include: - Teach in the Dental Assisting classroom with 10-20 students, covering clinical and administrative skills.
- Learning the material and delivering lectures and demonstrations, working from the Ross lesson plans and curriculum.
- Class sessions are 4.5 hours in either day or evening sessions.
- This is a part-time position, typically 9-18 hours per week.
Benefits* - Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Monthly pay and direct deposit
*Some benefits require a minimal amount of scheduled hours per week.
Requirements - 3+ years' experience in the field and a national certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA from AMT) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA from DANB) and formal training in a dental assisting program like Ross. If you do not have the formal education, you can also qualify with 5+ years' experience in the field and a national certification. *additional requirements or exceptions may be applicable based on the state, program, and accreditation requirements
- Adhere to Ross Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics
- Ability to communicate effectively in classroom and individual settings
- Knowledge of materials (subjects) that will be taught to students and ability to use and communicate Ross curriculum
- Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced work environment
- Sufficient ability to move around the building and classroom to satisfy student needs and/or facilitate student participation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.
- Sufficient visual and auditory ability to operate computer equipment, use telephone, read materials, use white board and use classroom equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.
- Ability to communicate effectively in classroom and individual settings
- Knowledge of materials (subjects) that will be taught to students and ability to use and communicate Ross curriculum
- Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced work environment
- Ability to use current technology to maintain student records, e.g., Microsoft, CampusVue, Brightspace
- Ability to achieve or maintain credential and/or licensure within expected time frames
- Demonstrates professionalism in manner, dress and conduct as a representative of Ross and a student mentor
- Ability to remain objective and treat all students equally
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Adhere to Ross Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics
- Prior teaching or formal tutoring experience using a developed curriculum, preferred
Ross Graduates - Please ask about our bonus for qualified grads returning to teach! Ross is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Tags
Part time, Relief, Day shift, Afternoon shift,