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Instructor, Dental Assistant (Part-time)- Bilingual/Spanish

Milwaukee, WI

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$70/hr - $70/hr

2+ years exp

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering a variety of high-quality programs. They are seeking a part-time Instructor for the Dental Assistant Program, responsible for teaching classes, developing curriculum, and maintaining laboratory facilities.

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Responsibilities

Creates, implements and monitors instructional activities of students during didactic and laboratory sessions in the classroom and dental clinical areas

Assumes responsibility for the safe operation of all clinic equipment; establishes and maintains inventory and preventive maintenance for equipment, and reinforces regulations related to infection prevention and safe use of all equipment

Complies with yearly update training for faculty, staff and students in Hazard Communications and Bloodborne Pathogens

Works with the associate dean to monitor program budget

Participates in in-service training, workshops and other educational activities as required or assigned

Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities

Manage the classroom/laboratory

Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation

Manage equipment, supplies, and materials

Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues

Collaborate with advisory committee in program area

Attend departmental and institutional meetings

Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC

Support student organizations and activities

Develop relationships with business and industry

Complete program evaluation and follow-up

Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Certified Dental AssistantBilingual Spanish/EnglishDental Assistant experienceTeaching experienceCurriculum developmentStudent assessmentClassroom managementProfessional developmentTechnology-based instructionEffective communication

Required

Bilingual Spanish/English Fluency (must be able to read, write, and speak in both languages)

Must have one (1) of the following: Associate degree or higher in any Health related field with relevant Dental Assistant experience -OR- Technical diploma in Dental Assistant or Dental Technician with relevant Dental Assistant experience

Must have a minimum of two (2) years full-time (4,000 hours) experience as a Dental Assistant

At least one year of related work experience must have occurred within the last five years -OR- Two years of teaching Dental Assisting/Dental Hygiene course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years

Certified Dental Assistant (recognized by the Dental Assistant National Board) within one year of hire

Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means

Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques

Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable)

Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds

Must satisfactorily complete health screen requirements for the Healthcare Pathway, which include a criminal background check, drug test, and verification of immunizations

Ability to sit or stand for class duration with or without accommodation

Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)

Experience with a voice mail system

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Experience with Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters

Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems

Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology

Experience with emerging technologies (e.g. social networking applications)

Preferred

Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred

Benefits

HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types: 1- UMR High Level PPO 2- UMR Low Level PPO

DENTAL INSURANCE: MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental.

GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is $15,000. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR.

SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave is earned based on one times the weekly workload per semester. The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours.

VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation is earned based on the length of service and hours worked each pay period. (Not available for Instructors)

PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position.