"Dental Assisting Instructor Part-time Temporary Pool"

Dental Assisting Instructor Part-time Temporary Pool

Salary: See Position Description

Closing Date:

Job Type: Part-time Temporary Pool

Location: Indian Valley Campus (Novato) - In Person, CA

Description

The College of Marin's Dental Assisting Program prepares students for work as a Certified and Registered Dental Assistant. Completion of the courses and the clinical training qualifies students for immediate employment. The Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, American Dental Association and is approved by the California Board of Dental Examiners. Upon successful completion of the Dental Assisting Program, graduates are eligible to sit for the Registered Dental Assisting Licensure Examination.

Note: College of Marin's faculty pools are open to applications on a continuous basis. Although there may not be any current openings, applications will remain on file until the hiring department has a need to add candidates to their pool OR for up to one year from the date of application, whichever occurs first. If your application becomes inactive after one year, you may re-apply to the pool at that time. Screenings and interviews can be conducted at any point in time as the hiring department necessitates. Once a screening has occurred, applicants will be notified of their status.

Commitment to Diversity

College of Marin is committed to cultivating a proactively supportive, inclusive, and accountable environment where equity, equity-mindedness, anti-racism, and social justice is valued, centered, and practiced. Our mission is to employ qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and committed to an inclusive, anti-racist campus culture that demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population. We serve a county population of approximately 250,000 residents. Based on Fall 2024 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment by Hispanic/Latinx (36% of enrollment), Asian (7%), Black/African American (3%), White (44%), and Multi-racial (7%) students. Our high-quality education and training at the College are made possible by its faculty and staff who are committed to excellence. As of Fall 2024, COM's workforce includes Hispanic/Latinx (17%), Asian (7%), Black/African American (5%), White (57%), and Multi-racial (3%) employees.

College of Marin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, genetic condition, status as a veteran, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive Order 11246 (as amended), COM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Online Instruction

All faculty members must be available to provide instruction in the classroom (in person). Please note that the College does not offer online-only teaching assignments.

Foreign Degree Holders:

Please see the Required Application Documents section below for important information regarding the evaluation of your foreign degrees.

Essential Functions

Instructors appointed to the part-time temporary pool may be used to cover part-time, temporary and/or substitute openings in the department. Assignments can vary in duration and are not guaranteed. Assignments for Dental Assisting pool instructors include:

• Providing effective classroom or laboratory instruction using methods and materials appropriate to the subject matter
• Preparing and grading all class assignments and examinations
• Advising, assisting and evaluating students, evaluating learning outcomes and maintaining regular office hours
• Participating in program activities including curriculum and program planning, development, evaluation, and decision making as well as the development of new teaching-learning methods and materials
• Contributing to development of program policies and procedures
• Participation in departmental and college professional activities and/or committees is welcomed, but not required
• Maintaining accurate and timely student records as required
• Maintaining currency and depth of knowledge in assigned area of responsibility
• Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics
• Communicating with excellent written and oral skills in English

Requirements & Desirables

REQUIREMENTS - A LIST - Clinical Instruction Only

1. Any Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in the field OR any Associate's degree and six years of professional experience in the field; and
2. Current and valid certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA; issued by the Dental Assisting National Board); and
3. Current and valid licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA; issued by the Dental Board of CA); and
4. Current certification in all of the following: CPR/BLS; Dental X-Ray; Coronal Polish; Pit and Fissure Sealants; and
5. Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the campus community.
6. DESIRABLE: Two (2) hours of clinical teaching methodologies Continuing Education Units (CEUs) approved by the Dental Board of California.

REQUIREMENTS - B LIST - Lecture/Theory & Clinical Instruction

1. Any Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in the field; and
2. Current and valid certification as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA; issued by the Dental Assisting National Board); and
3. Current and valid licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA; issued by the Dental Board of CA); and
4. Current certification in all of the following: CPR/BLS; Dental X-Ray; Coronal Polish; Pit and Fissure Sealants; and
5. Instruction in and knowledge of educational theory and methodology (e.g., curriculum development, educational psychology, test construction, measurement and evaluation); and
6. Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the campus community.

* Military program faculty with a rank of staff sergeant, E5, or non-commissioned officer are exempt.* Must attach documented evidence of instruction in educational methodology from a recognized provider or accredited institution; instruction may occur through recognized continuing education providers, online courses, seminars, conferences, or meetings

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Desirable Attributes & Skills)

• Competencies related to: curriculum & course development; teaching & learning theory; information resources & evaluating student outcomes; and, assisting student to develop critical thinking skills
• Understanding equity as the recognition of historical and systemic disparities in opportunity and outcomes and providing the resources necessary to address those disparities
• Understanding of contemporary equity and diversity concepts and issues in a community college setting
• Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing with a diverse campus community
• Currency and depth of knowledge in assigned area of responsibility and subject matter
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with colleagues and members of the campus community
• Commitment to the teaching profession, its goals and ideals, and enthusiasm for the mission of the College of Marin
• Familiarity with, willingness and ability to use multiple teaching methods including computer based learning
• Ability and enthusiasm to use teaching methods that engage students and encourage them to be motivated self learners
• Knowledge, training and experience with online pedagogy and technology
• Evidence of excellent written and oral skills in English

Conditions of Employment

Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:

1. In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
2. Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance.
3. To ensure compliance with the substance abuse and background screening policies of the District's allied health care facilities and hospitals, post-offer, pre-employment drug screening and background checks may be conducted. Thereafter, health sciences faculty members shall be subject to drug testing and background screening in accordance with clinical affiliate agreements, which may vary by site.
4. California Education Code, Section 87408.6 requires persons employed by a community college in an academic or classified position to submit to a TB risk assessment developed by CDPH and CTCA and, if risk factors are present, an examination to determine that he or she is free of infectious TB; initially upon hire and every four years thereafter.
5. Certificated candidates who have not previously been employed in an academic position in California will be required to provide a medical certificate from a licensed physician showing that the candidate is free from any communicable disease unfitting the candidate to instruct or associate with students. The medical exam shall have been conducted not more than six months before submission of the certificate and shall be at the expense of the candidate. (Ed. Code Section 87408)
6. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS: All Marin Community College District (MCCD) employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the MCCD requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. For more information, please see the MCCD Emergency Operations Plan.
7. Candidates applying for positions with the Marin Community College District may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under the California Education Code.