Job Details

Nature of Duties: Under general supervision prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses; prepares standardized course syllabi using provided template; evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives based on established course grading requirements. Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports; attends professional development training as required for specific classroom, lab, or online course delivery. Teaches Dental Assisting courses in a classroom/lab/field environment that closely simulates the environment of the industry while maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Provides instruction in the theory and practical applications in Dental Assisting. Measures program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success and submits results to program chair. Requires strong computer skills, communication skills, and ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population. Position may require day/evening/distance learning classes and activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Dental Assisting Diploma or Dental Assisting Certificate
* DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or a minimum of 3 Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) Certificates for the State of Georgia
* Valid Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications:
* American Heart Association BLS CPR certification
* Certification in Dental Radiography in the State of Georgia
* Minimum of three (3) years verifiable experience as a dental assistant
* Teaching experience at the postsecondary level
* Online teaching experience using Blackboard LMS
Method of Application: Interested candidates must complete the electronic application process prior to the closing date. Unofficial Transcripts, resume, and proof of applicable certificationslicensure are required for consideration. Official transcripts and prior employment verification required within 30 days of hire for continuous employment.
Employment Policy:
West Georgia Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status").
Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.
Additional Information
* Agency Logo: Requisition ID: EDU088Z
* Number of Openings: 1
* Advertised Salary: $23.00 per hour
* Shift: Variable
* Posting End Date: May 31, 2025