JOB TITLE: Dental Assistant Instructor
Vandelay Education is seeking dynamic dental assistants with the passion, experience, and drive to train the next generation. Positions are PART-TIME with classes held on SATURDAYS from 7:30AM to 6PM.
***This position is at a brand new campus located in Tacoma, WA. We are looking at late spring/early summer to start.
MINIMUM STATE REQUIREMENTS:
- A high school diploma or GED
- 5+ YEARS (including months) of recent, chair-side experience
- Current experience in GENERAL DENTISTRY skills and procedures
- CPR/BLS certification
OUR PROGRAM:
Our intense, 12-week program is designed to provide accessible, hands-on education to students from all walks of life. Classes take place directly in a dental office rather than in a traditional classroom -- allowing students to learn in the very same environment they will eventually work in.
You can learn more about Vandelay Education here: .
JOB SUMMARY: Instructors will use their chair-side experience and training to teach our students the skills they need to succeed as entry-level dental assistants.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Prepare for each class by reviewing the curriculum, lab stations, and Powerpoint presentations provided.
- Deliver Powerpoint-based lectures, supplementing with real-life work experience as needed.
- Demonstrate dental skills/procedures and assist students as they practice them hands-on in the lab.
- Evaluate individual/group performance and make any necessary adjustments to meet student learning needs.
- Monitor student attendance and coordinate with our Administrative Office when absences occur.
- Maintain student grades and submit them to our Administrative Office as required.
- Enforce classroom management (i.e. students are expected to be respectful, professional, and well-behaved; office work spaces and common areas are expected to be kept clean) and ensure that safety precautions are adhered to.
SALARY: Competitive and based on experience
MUST-HAVES:
- Knowledge of the subjects covered in our curriculum, as well as the ability to convey them via lecture and hands-on demonstration.
- Strong communication skills.
- Basic computer skills such as emailing, printing, scanning, Microsoft Office proficiency, troubleshooting, connecting to WiFi, etc.
- A passion for helping others achieve their personal goals.
STRONGLY-ENCOURAGED:
- Prior teaching/training experience
- Familiarity with:
- Dentrix
- Salesforce
- iPads/tablets
- Dropbox
- ADP
If youinterested, please apply today! SERIOUS AND QUALIFIED CANDIDATES ONLY.
