Adjunct Dental Assistant Instructor
Lawson State Community College

Position Summary

Lawson State Community College is accepting applications for part-time/adjunct faculty for all subjects.This is an applicant pool. Individuals will be hired as needed.
Note: Submitted applications will remain on file for 36 months.
Under general supervision, prepare and deliver instruction for credited academic and technical courses at Lawson State at the freshmen and sophomore coursework levels and perform other duties and tasks associated with institutional effectiveness. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Employed on an "As Needed" basis; local salary schedule in accordance to documented academic credentials and/or educational experiences/; and not to exceed nine credit hours per semester. All exceptions must be approved by the Vice President for Instruction.
Salary: Local Salary Schedule (based on credentials and area of assignment) $23.84/hr
Under general supervision, prepare and deliver instruction for credited academic and technical courses at Lawson State at the freshmen and sophomore coursework levels and perform other duties and tasks associated with institutional effectiveness.

Provides instruction, advising and evaluation of students in a postsecondary
educational dental assisting programs. Functions in accordance with the
philosophy, rules and regulations of the Dental Assisting programs,
college, accrediting agencies, and area clinical agencies.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides instruction to students enrolled in the Dental Assisting program in assigned subject areas.
2. Serves as faculty advisor to students enrolled in the program. Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies.
3. Develops and assesses student learning outcomes as it relates to courses taught or laboratory setting.
4. Maintains accurate attendance and scholastic records.
5. Maintains teaching credentials, technical competency, and technical certification as directed by supervisor.
6. Participates in curriculum evaluation/revision and textbook selection.
7. Fulfills professional responsibilities, promotes public relations on behalf of the college, and performs community service activities as directed by the supervisor.
8. Makes contacts as assigned by supervisor to follow-up and evaluate students in the clinical setting.
9. Works hours or schedules assigned by the supervisor.
10. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor to complete professional development or teaching assignments.
11. Maintains inventory records of equipment and teaching components in working order.
12. Maintains cleanliness and employs good housekeeping practices in assigned teaching areas (classrooms and laboratories).
13. Complies with policies and procedures established by Lawson State Community College.The Dental Assisting/Hygienist instructor will be expected to work a flexible schedule which may include working different program assignments, courses, and campuses, weekend, days and evening hours.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING:

* Dentist- must hold a DMD/DDS from an accredited Dental School* Dental Assistant must 'Certified Dental Assistant' CDA credential* Possess baccalaureate degree or willing to earn within three years of initial hire.* Understand the role and scope of Dental Assisting education.* Possess dental office/patient care for 3 years. REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, OR SPECIAL CREDENTIALS:

Dentist must hold a current, valid Dentist license in the State of Alabama

Dental Assistant- must hold a current CDA credential

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.

Posts and maintains regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy.

Participates in faculty discussion about curriculum, teaching-learning techniques, and teaching materials.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Division Chair, Associate Dean, Academic Dean, Vice President, or President.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the ONLINE application system (www.lawsonstate.edu). It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position. If you have any questions regarding the application, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (205)929-3408. A complete application packet consists of:Online applicationTranscript(s)A current resumeIf employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL REMAIN ON FILE AND A PART OF THE APPLICANT POOL FOR 36 MONTHSApplicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job titles and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled by the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirm an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.

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