Dental Assistant Instructor - Continuous Learning Opportunities

Job Description

About The Job

Fortis Institute, Lawrenceville, NJ is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Dental Assisting Professional 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 Lawrenceville 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 Dental Assisting Courses. This is a part-time, professional position reporting directly to the Program Director. The primary responsibility will be to teach courses relating to Preventive Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Dental Office Procedures, Dental Specialties, Expanded Functions and other courses that will train students for the Dental Industry. The typical teaching load is 4 courses each term, with 2 preparations per module. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, assist the program director and participate in department training, meetings and graduation.

Requirements

• Diploma /Degree Required (complete based on position as per accrediting and licensing agency standards)
• Certification in the State of NJ- Radiology & Certified Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant
• At least three of experience in the field of practical in-field work experience  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, motivated and results driven
• Prior teaching experience preferred