Job Description

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Do you enjoy teaching externs and assistants in your office? Are you passionate about dental assisting? As a Dental Assistant Instructor, you will combine your passion for dentistry with your ability to mold and shape students to bring hands-on education to the students of our dental assistant school.

Vandelay Education leads to change in the for-profit certificate market so that students begin their careers with zero federal financial aid and minimal debt. We believe in hands-on learning, relationship building, and teamwork. We are seeking experienced dental assistants with a passion for training the next generation.Instructor positions are PART-TIME with classes held on Saturday's from 8AM-5:30PM. If that's something you're in to keep reading to see if you'd be a good match for our team!

Job Summary:

Our intense, 9 week course is designed to provide accessible, hands-on education to students from all walks of life. Classes take place directly in a dental office rather than in a traditional classroom -- allowing students to learn in the very same environment they will eventually work in. Instructors will use their chair-side experience and training to teach our students the skills they need to succeed as entry-level dental assistants. 

MINIMUM STATE REQUIREMENTS:

• A high school diploma or GED. 

• 2+ YEARS (including months) of recent, chair-side experience 

• Current experience in GENERAL DENTISTRY skills and procedures

• CPR/BLS certification preferred

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Prepare for each class by reviewing our curriculum that we provide for each instructor, which may utilize lab stations.

• Deliver Powerpoint-based lectures, supplementing with real-life work experience as needed.

• Demonstrate dental skills/procedures and assist students as they practice hands-on in the lab.

• Evaluate individual/group performance and make any necessary adjustments to meet student learning needs.

• Enforce classroom management and ensure that safety precautions are adhered to.

SALARY: Starting at $23

MUST-HAVES:

• Knowledge of the subjects covered in our curriculum, as well as the ability to convey them via lecture and hands-on demonstration.

• A passion for helping others achieve their personal goals.

• Strong communication skills.

• Basic computer skills such as emailing, printing, scanning, troubleshooting, connecting to WiFi, etc.

PRIOR TEACHING EXPERIENCE, FAMILIARITY WITH DENTRIX, AND IPADS/TABLETS A PLUS!