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Dental Hygiene Instructor, Adjunct
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Teaches and leads a dental hygiene program, delivering didactic curriculum, mentoring students, and providing academic and disciplinary advisement.
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Come care with us at West Coast University! As a Dental Hygiene instructor for a certified Great Place to Work, assists with providing leadership in managing and implementing a comprehensive registered dental hygienist program in support of University, campus, or department. Enables an environment that fosters creativity, responsiveness, and self-responsibility. Responsible for supporting the delivery of the didactic curriculum, faculty and student mentorship, and student academic and disciplinary advisement.
EDUCATION:
- Must be a graduate from a US Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited dental hygiene program.
- Master’s or higher degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in higher general education and/or administration required.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Current California Registered Dental Hygienist license.
- Current American Heart Association CPR Certification (BLS)
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
- Must have a minimum of five (5) years of dental hygiene clinical experience.
- Minimum three (3) years prior experience in academic leadership.
- Minimum three to five year’s prior experience in teaching in higher education.
- Knowledge in technological support and delivery of educational programs and services.
- Leadership knowledge in the program field to cultivate a learner-centered environment and to foster excellence.
CA Salary Range
USD $42.29 - USD $61.31 /Hr.Bonus Eligible
NoWCU Company Overview
Do you want a career that allows you to make a difference in other people’s lives? Discover what it means to truly believe in the work that you do at West Coast University.
At West Coast University, we have the privilege of educating students seeking careers in healthcare and guide them through their transformational journey from student to caregiver. Our associates are united behind that purpose and share a deep commitment to our values of teamwork, collegiality, transparency, and a student-centric approach to all we do. This focus creates an aligned, nimble, and consensus-driven culture that is solution-oriented and supports our associates’ professional growth.
WCU EEO Statement
West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
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