Dental Assisting Technology and Management Instructor

Job Description

The Dental Assisting Technology and Management Instructor position is an 11-month tenure-track faculty position with an anticipated start date of August 13, 2026. The successful candidate will develop, instruct, and evaluate theoretical concepts and clinical competencies for the Dental Assisting Technology and Management program. This position requires the effective teaching and advising of diverse students, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the comprehensive state college mission. The successful candidate will prepare course plans and materials, effectively deliver subject matter content, monitor student attendance and progress, participate on departmental and College committees, participate in curriculum development, support activities that foster retention, participate in the selection of textbooks, assess student learning outcomes, and take part in other service and professional development activities. This position reports to the Department Head, Allied Health.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with a bachelor’s degree in a qualifying field with two years of relevant work experience, current Certified Dental Assistant certification issued by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), and current BLS for health care providers. Successful results of a criminal background check are required.

Pursuant to College policy, it is an employment eligibility requirement for an applicant to meet the requirements of § 435.04(2), Florida Statutes, related to background investigations. Any person failing to meet the requirements of the statute will be deemed not qualified to hold employment in this position. A Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) approved background check will be conducted on every successful candidate as a condition of employment, and any person who fails to disclose any adverse information contained in the background investigation at the time of submitting the employment application will be disqualified from employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prefer proficiency in curriculum development, instruction, and evaluation of students.

SALARY RANGE

$50,708.00 - $56,708.00 for an 11-month contract with a bachelor’s degree.
$53,458.00 - $59,458.00 for an 11-month contract with a master’s degree.
$58,208.00 - $64,208.00 for an 11-month contract with a doctoral degree.

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, résumé, and unofficial transcripts to supplement the online application. The supplemental materials must be uploaded and assigned to the online application. If you have any questions, contact HR Recruiting at HRrecruiting@pensacolastate.edu.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled – Review of applications will begin June 2, 2026. To receive full consideration, the online application and supplemental application materials must be received by June 1, 2026.

Pay Details

Faculty members hired with less than three years of related experience shall be placed on the salary schedule as follows:

164 Day Base (2025 - 2026)

• Bachelor's or Less - $39,500
• Master's - $42,250
• Master's Plus - $44,000
• Doctorate - $47,000

All degree classification levels add the appropriate dollars (up to $6,000) for years of credited experience to the annual salary figures above to determine entry salary.

Pensacola State College offers a comprehensive benefits package for health, dental, vision, hospitalization, and supplemental insurance benefits through the State of Florida’s Group Insurance Program. All employees in established, eligible positions are members of the Florida Retirement System from their first day of employment. Other benefits offered include participation in the wellness program, tuition waivers, educational opportunities, and paid sick leave. Additional leave types are position specific.