Dental Assisting Instructor - FT

Dental Assisting Instructor - FT

About The Job 

Fortis College in Columbia SC is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Dental Assistant to join its faculty.  If you possess a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the lives and careers of our students and graduates. 

Fortis provides educational programs that deliver real-life career skills in high-demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth. 

Job Description 

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic faculty member to teach in our Dental Assisting Program.  This is a full-time, professional position reporting directly to the Program Director.  The primary responsibility will be to teach Dental Assisting courses.  The typical teaching load is three courses each term, with two or three preparations. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, assist the program director and participate in department training, meetings and graduation.  

Requirements 

• Completion of a Dental Assisting program resulting in a Certificate of Completion or Diploma; an associate degree is preferred but not required

• Certifications:
  • CDA and/or RDA and
  • DANB RHS and
  • Xray Certified
  • EFDA Certification is not required, but highly desired

• At least three years of experience as a Dental Assistant in a clinical setting, chairside

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Highly organized, motivated, and results-driven 

• Prior higher education/postsecondary teaching experience preferred but not required