Adjunct Faculty - Dental Hygiene

Qualifications

• Require current Indiana Dental Hygiene License.
• Current CPR.
• Possess minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
• Awarded annual teaching methodology CE training.
• Awarded annual CE in subject matter being taught.
• Minimum of 3 years of full-time experience working as a dental hygienist within the last 5 years.
• Strong passion for teaching and mentoring students.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in dental software and/or dental technology.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learners.
• Commitment to maintaining a positive and collaborative learning environment.

Teaching Performance

• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning.
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies.
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Employ available instructional technology when appropriate.
• Encourage the development of communication skills and higher-order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.
• Communicate subject matter to students.
• Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials.
• Support classroom efforts to promote student success.

Evaluation of Student Learning

• Adhere to course and dental assisting program learning objectives.
• Develop and/or use evaluation methods which fairly measure student progress toward objectives.
• Evaluate and return student work within 7 days to promote maximum learning.
• Evaluate and provide immediate feedback in preclinical/clinical atmospheres.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and student progress using the learning platform and student success tools.
• Submit class roster’s midterms, final grades, skills/competencies, and attendance rosters to lead instructor, department/program chair, and administrators each semester according to established deadlines.

Support of College Policies and Procedures

• Schedule classes in accordance with college policy.
• Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Exercise stewardship of College facilities and materials.

Participation in College, Division, and Program Activities

• Respond, in a timely fashion, to information requests from College, department, and program administrators.
• Contribute, when appropriate, to program curriculum development processes.
• Attend program, department, and College meetings and events as feasible.

Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs

• Maintain familiarity with College goals, mission, and long-range plans.
• Contribute to planning and development processes where appropriate.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program: Offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings.
• Education Benefits: Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.