Dental Assistant Instructor- Madison, WI
About the role
Madison Dental Assistant School is hiring a Part-Time Dental Assistant Instructor for our ongoing 12-week hands-on clinical training programs in Madison, WI (in‑person). The school is part of Zollege Healthcare Career School, founded in 2010, and has trained over 20,000 students nationwide through an accelerated, hands‑on model built for working professionals. As an instructor you’ll be shaping careers rather than just filling a shift, with a structured curriculum that supports you, a consistent Saturday schedule, and the opportunity to maintain your clinical practice while mentoring. The organization is mission‑driven, focused on accessible healthcare education.
Who this is for: Dental assistants (DA, RDA, or EFDA) who want to keep practicing during the week while stepping into a mentorship role on Saturdays and are ready to make an impact beyond the chair.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate chairside procedures and clinical techniques
- Teach radiology fundamentals and safety protocols
- Coach students during hands‑on lab practice
- Provide performance feedback and skills assessments
- Maintain infection control and classroom safety standards
- Foster a supportive, structured learning environment
Requirements
- 5+ years of dental assisting or chairside experience (DA, RDA, or EFDA welcome)
- Active Radiology Certification
- CPR/BLS Certification
- Strong communicator: able to explain clinical procedures clearly to learners with no prior experience
- Able to commute to the location(s)
Skills
- Prior teaching or mentoring experience (nice‑to‑have)
- Dentrix familiarity (nice‑to‑have)
- Leadership background (nice‑to‑have)
Pay
$27–$29 per hour, depending on experience.
Schedule
Saturdays, 7:00 am – 6:15 pm (breaks included). Note: teaching schedule may vary based on morning and/or afternoon class availability.