9 Month Faculty of Dental Hygiene

Emergency/Essential Personnel: No

EEO Category: I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule: May be assigned to teach virtual or in-person classes, as well as evening and/or weekend classes
or clinicals.

Sensitive Position: No

Job Description

Laurel Ridge Community College (Laurel Ridge) seeks applicants for a full-time, 9-month faculty position beginning in January 2027 to provide leadership and instruction for the Dental Hygiene program. Reporting to the Local Site Coordinator/Program Lead, the successful candidate will serve as the Clinical Coordinator, working with constituents from across the college and community to help shape the direction and future of the program. As a member of the faculty, the candidate will use multiple methods of instruction, assessment results and appropriate instructional technologies to engage students in learning and self-development activities geared toward student success, retention, and completion.

The candidate will teach in the dental hygiene didactic, clinic and lab courses, which may be in a variety of formats and lengths and will facilitate student learning and development activities outside the classroom (e.g., Clinical experiences, clubs, experiences for students in the community, etc.). The candidate will work to strengthen and expand relationships and partnerships with K-12, higher education, industry, and community organizations in support of the college mission, vision, and values. We are looking for a faculty member with demonstrated commitment to excellence in service, innovation, student success, and integrity in the performance of job duties. May be assigned to teach at all Laurel Ridge locations as well as evening and/or weekend classes.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for the position is $52,905.00- $102,591.00 per year to be commensurate with education and experience. The position is a 9 month faculty role and as such is eligible for the benefits package offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia for state agencies and the Virginia Community College System. For more information, please visit www.dhrm.virginia.gov and www.vccs.edu

Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College.

Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.

Sponsorship of an employee's work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa and F-1 post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT). We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.

Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights!

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Educational requirements from a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited institution:

• A Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene

OR

• A Bachelor's degree in any field AND an Associate's degree in dental hygiene with two or more years experience
• Currently holds, or eligible for a Virginia dental hygiene license and certification in the delivery of local anesthesia
• Current or achieved by the hire date: CPR certification in basic life support for the healthcare provider
• Understanding of and commitment to the community college philosophy
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to hold membership in the American Dental Hygiene Association

Additional Considerations

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree from a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited institution
• Experience helping students develop critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of methods of instruction, testing, and evaluation of students in the clinical dental hygiene setting.
• Experience creating community connections and fostering experiential learning opportunities.
• Experience in holding a clinical coordinator's position in an educational setting
• Knowledge in maintaining and repairing dental equipment
• Knowledge of ordering and tracking supplies, program clinical budget management.
• Knowledge of methods of instruction, testing, and evaluation of students
• Have knowledge of the Student Chapter of the American Dental Hygiene Association
• Continuing Education hours from a CODA approved vendor in Instructional Methodology

Operation of a State Vehicle: No

Supervises Employees: No

Required Travel

May be assigned to teach at all Laurel Ridge locations as well as evening and/or weekend classes. Travel as per any required duties of the position, such as to sites/campuses for classes and any training. Ability to cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary for the job is required.

Posting Number: FAC_2075P

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Close Date: 10/22/2026

Contact Name: Kris Iden

Email: kiden@laurelridge.edu

Special Instructions to Applicants

Candidates interested in being considered for a posted position are required to submit an application to the posted position via the VCCS Career Portal. Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is required for faculty roles).

Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.