Dental Assisting 318- Basic Dental Assisting Skills Instructors - Part-Time Faculty at Allan Hancock College
About the Employer
OUR MISSION Allan Hancock College fosters an educational culture that values equity and diversity and engages students in an inclusive learning environment. We offer pathways that encourage our student population to achieve personal, career, and academic goals through coursework leading to skills building, certificates, associate degrees, and transfer. VISION STATEMENT Allan Hancock College makes the following commitments to our students, our community and each other: We will change the odds for students by continuing to provide quality instruction while improving time to completion. We will work to build inclusive communities that promote trust and social justice. Allan Hancock College is committed to equity and diversity by ensuring our actions are based on an awareness of the social and historical context of inclusionary practices. We will work to address student financial challenges, including food and housing insecurities. We will prepare our students emotionally, physically, and intellectually to pursue fulfilling careers that foster economic mobility. We will provide an educational culture that values, nurtures, connects, and engages students. We will provide opportunities that enhance student learning and promote the creative, intellectual, cultural, and economic vitality of our diverse community. We will partner with the community to offer relevant and timely programs and services. We will ensure a positive community presence by responding to community needs, including outreach to nontraditional students. We will strive to ensure fiscal integrity and responsible management of resources. SHARED VALUES Student Success Equity Academic Freedom Diversity Innovation Mutual Respect Inclusivity Collaboration Lifelong Learning Excellence Shared Governance We at Allan Hancock College express our values in all that we do. Our commitment is to find innovative ways to enhance student achievement and to always put students first. We operate in a culture of mutual respect and lifelong learning, developing relationships among students and employees to enrich our collective appreciation for diverse ideas, thoughts, and experiences. Our culture is supported by a philosophy that shared governance and academic freedom are primary vehicles in promoting excellence in all teaching, learning, and services through open and honest communication. EQUAL ACCESS TO ALL Nondiscrimination Statement: The Allan Hancock Joint Community College Dist
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Dental Assisting 318- Basic Dental Assisting Skills Instructors - Part-Time Faculty
Allan Hancock College serves more than 20,000 students in northern Santa Barbara County. Located on the central coast and just minutes from spectacular beaches and rolling vineyards, AHC operates three campuses - the main campus in Santa Maria, a state approved center in Lompoc and a center in Santa Ynez. As one of the largest employers in Santa Barbara County, the college is an integral part of the community and enjoys strong support from local leaders and industry.
AHC, a Hispanic-Serving Institution, is proud to serve underrepresented students. The college has twice received recognition from the Aspen institute as one of the top colleges in the country. If you are looking for a position where you can have a direct impact on our students, AHC may be the place for you!
To learn more about Allan Hancock College and the Central Coast, visit our Human Resources page at https://www.hancockcollege.edu/a> and click on the Welcome to AHC video.
We are searching for an experienced Dental Assisting 318- Basic Dental Assisting Skills Instructors - Part-Time Faculty at our Santa Maria Campus facility.
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Dental Assisting 318 - Basic Dental Assisting Skills Instructors
Part-Time Faculty
Allan Hancock College is accepting applications to establish a pool of qualified candidates for part-time Dental Assisting Instructors for future openings at the Santa Maria Campus. The desired start date is for the fall semester, August 2021.
Essential Functions
Instructors appointed to the part-time temporary pool may be used to cover part-time, temporary and/or substitute openings in the department. Assignments can vary in duration and are not guaranteed. Assignments for Dental Assisting pool instructors include:
• Providing effective classroom or laboratory instruction using methods and materials appropriate to the subject matter
• Preparing and grading all class assignments and examinations
• Advising, assisting and evaluating students, evaluating learning outcomes and maintaining regular office hours
• Participating in program activities including curriculum and program planning, development, evaluation, and decision making as well as the development of new teaching-learning methods and materials
• Contributing to development of program policies and procedures
• Maintaining accurate and timely student records as required
• Maintaining currency and depth of knowledge in assigned area of responsibility
• Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics
• Communicating with excellent written and oral skills in English
SALARY:
• Lecture Rate: $48.00 to $73.50 per hour depending upon education and experience
• Lab Rate: $41.80 to $64.00 per hour depending upon education and experience
• Activity and Non-Classroom Rate: $30.89 to $48.21 per hour depending upon education and experience
SCREENING PROCESS:
A committee will screen all applications. Meeting minimum qualifications does not assure a candidate an interview. Therefore, it is important that the application be thorough and detailed. Applicants will be assessed on the breadth and depth of education, training, experience, skills, knowledge and abilities. A limited number of applicants will be invited for an interview at the college at their own expense. All interviewed candidates may be asked to complete job related exercises. The district reserves the right to cancel any appointment or to reassign the area of service, extend time limits, reinitiate, or withdraw the recruitment/selection process at any time.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To be considered as a candidate for this position, please submit the following materials online:
• A current a complete resume of education and professional experience
• Cover letter
• Transcripts (Copies are acceptable for the application process). Official transcripts are required if hired.
Required Qualifications:
Requirements & Desirables
REQUIREMENTS - Clinical Instruction Only
• Any Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in the field OR any Associate's degree and six years of professional experience in the field; and
• Current and valid licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA; issued by the Dental Board of CA); and
• Current certification in all of the following: CPR/BLS; Dental X-Ray; Coronal Polish; Pit and Fissure Sealants; and
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the campus community.
• DESIRABLE: Two (2) hours of clinical teaching methodologies Continuing Education Units (CEUs) approved by the Dental Board of California.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (Desirable Attributes & Skills)
• Competencies related to: curriculum & course development; teaching & learning theory; information resources & evaluating student outcomes; and, assisting student to develop critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing with a diverse campus community
• Currency and depth of knowledge in assigned area of responsibility and subject matter
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with colleagues and members of the campus community
• Commitment to the teaching profession, its goals and ideals, and enthusiasm for the mission of the College of Marin
• Understanding of contemporary equity and diversity concepts and issues in a community college setting
• Familiarity with, willingness and ability to use multiple teaching methods including computer-based learning
• Ability and enthusiasm to use teaching methods that engage students and encourage them to be motivated self-learners
• Knowledge, training and experience with online pedagogy and technology
• Evidence of excellent written and oral skills in English
Faculty
Hourly Wage
$ 48.00 - 73.50
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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