• Co-teaching Dental Assistant lab principals and skills to prepare students for the National Entry-Level Dental Assistant credential according to the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB) scope of practice, including Infection Control, Anatomy Morphology and Physiology, and Radiation Health and Safety.
• Co-teach assigned lab skill content areas in accordance with the College’s approved course description.
• Follow course syllabus in accordance with student learning outcomes.
• Incorporate appropriate teaching-learning strategies, technologies, and assessment methods for evaluation of student learning.
• Provide administrative tasks and clinical support duties, including support the work of the Dental Assistant, monitoring equipment status, ordering clinic supplies, and chair side dental assisting.
• Adhere to professional and ethical standards of conduct.
• Manage classroom dynamics and elevate any student or program concerns
• Document student daily attendance.
• Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values.
• Demonstrate appropriate use of existing technology to further learning for students. Incorporate instructional technology to support the learning process.
• Communicate effectively, share vision, focus on people, initiate positive change, value differences and foster collaboration. Work with and inspire others to achieve college, department, and individual success. Proactively identify/address problems.
• Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom. Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the College’s faculty, staff and students.
• Manage the learning environment with a student-centered focus. Implement diverse teaching and learning strategies that accommodate the learning styles of students.
• Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention. Recognize the unique needs, culture, and context of students and advocates for their learning and well-being.

• Qualified candidates must be a Dental Assistant or licensed Dental Hygienist. Must possess working knowledge of delivering effective instruction. Strong interpersonal skills, a passion for training, and the ability to engage and connect with students.
• DANB RHS Certification.
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience with relevant clinic management, patient safety, compliance, and other risk management practices, including privacy laws and regulations, and patient file documentation and record management.

• Associate degree.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching diverse adult learners of all abilities.

• Interested persons should complete an online application.
• Cover letter of interest and CV/resume REQUIRED.
• Name and contact information for three (3) references REQUIRED.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. Community College of Philadelphia is an affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access employer.

The College encourages applications from individuals from traditionally under-represented groups. AA/EOE.