Adjunct Instructor - Dental Assistant

About the Role

Evara Health Institute (EHI) is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for our Dental Assistant Program to drive excellence and shape the next generation of Dental Assistants. EHI is the education and training arm of Evara Health, dedicated to developing a skilled, compassionate, and community-focused healthcare workforce through innovative programs, hands-on clinical experiences, and strong industry partnerships.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilizes innovative teaching methods, instructional technologies, and experiential learning opportunities to engage students and enhance their understanding of course material.
• Designs and develops instructional materials, lesson plans, and assessments aligned with program objectives and industry standards.
• Fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, explore new ideas, and actively participate in their educational journey.
• Conducts engaging and interactive lectures, demonstrations, and presentations to convey medical assisting concepts effectively. Utilize a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Oversees laboratory activities, including hands-on skill demonstrations, simulations, and practice sessions. Provide guidance and feedback to students to enhance their proficiency in clinical procedures.
• Coordinates clinical experiences for students in healthcare settings, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining positive relationships with clinical partners.
• Assesses student performance through examinations, projects, presentations, and clinical evaluations. Provide constructive feedback to support students' learning and professional development.
• Offers personalized academic support, mentorship, and career advice to students, helping them navigate challenges, overcome obstacles, and make informed decisions about their academic and professional futures.
• Stays updated on advancements, healthcare regulations, industry trends and developments in your field of expertise, continuing education practices, and pedagogical trends, incorporating new knowledge and methodologies into your teaching practice to enrich the student learning experience.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities to enhance teaching skills and maintain licensure or certification requirements.
• Maintains accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress.
• Assists with program accreditation processes, program reviews, and other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Collaborates with program directors, faculty members, and healthcare professionals to enhance the quality of instruction and promote interdisciplinary collaboration within the institution.

Requirements

• Graduate from a program in Dental Assistant or closely related field required, with diploma.
• Minimum of three (3) years of occupational experience providing direct patient care as a Dental Assistant.
• Active, unrestricted industry certification/licensure in the field.
• This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Schedule

• 16 to 20 hours per week
• Course term is 5 weeks, and will start new sessions in continuous cycles