Instructor, Dental Assistant Program in Erie, Pennsylvania at Great Lakes Institute of Technology

Instructor, Dental Assistant Program (part-time)

Great Lakes Institute of Technology is dedicated to creating a student-centered environment by empowering individuals with the knowledge, practical skills, and experience necessary to reach career and life goals. The school is committed to providing quality education and training standards through a program of continuous assessment and improvement.

Great Lakes seeks individuals who have a desire to foster the professional and personal growth of our students. We need faculty that have a passion for their specific industry and wish to share that knowledge and experience with those who are not only seeking to enter the workforce but striving for positive professional change. Our student body is diverse, and comes from many different backgrounds, ethnicities, and age groups, but all share a desire to grow their careers and create a better future for themselves and their families.

• Classes are taught Monday-Thursday
• Regular Part-time position benefits: personal time, 11 paid holidays, 401(k) matching, Bereavement, Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive pay based on Experience

Position Summary

• Assist students in hand on learning in dental assistant procedures, radiography, infection control, and patient care
• Ability to impart knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology to new students
• This position is in-person at the GLIT campus in Erie PA.
• Monitor student records of attendance and progress reports
• Strict adherence to all accreditation standards, school policies, and approved curriculum

Minimum Requirements

• Excellent communication and computer skills required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a dental assistant or dental office manager
• Must be x-ray certified

Preferred Requirements

• One to two years teaching/training in the dental field preferred.

If helping others to achieve their career goals in pursuit of improving their lives, we invite you to apply to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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