Adjunct Instructor for Dental Hygiene
Location
Lowry Campus, CO
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2020-00897
Division
Academic Affairs
Opening Date
06/02/2026
Closing Date
9/30/2026 4:30 PM Mountain
Position Type
Administrative/Technical/Professional
Purpose/Summary
The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Adjunct Instructor for Dental Hygiene is responsible for supervising, instructing, and mentoring first and second year dental hygiene students. The days and times of classes are dependent on schedule, budget, and / enrollment. This position will demonstrate strong instructional skills and engage a diverse student body using traditional, nontraditional, and innovative methods of instruction and effectively structure classes and curriculum to support program and course outcomes.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Adjunct Instructor for Dental Hygiene is responsible for teaching Dental Hygiene courses or assisting students in a clinical or lab setting utilizing current technologies and instrumentation methodologies. This position is responsible for serving as a role model for Dental Hygiene students by participating, and being an active member of professional organizations. This position assists, advises, and mentors students in accomplishing their course and program goals, while using retention strategies both in and out of the classroom to maximize student success.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Education:(Minimum/Required)
Bachelors Degree in Dental Hygiene.
Experience:(Minimum/Required)
4000 hours within the last 5 years of full time clinical dental hygiene employment or part time equivalent.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:(Minimum/Required)
Experience with periodontal debridement, ultrasonic and piezo instrumentation, computerized dental charting (Dentrix), all dental hygiene instruments and curettes including 11/12 explorer, Nabors probe, etc., local anesthesia administration, nitrous oxide administration, laser pocket decontamination, digital radiography, sealants, and general Word/Excel computer skills.
Licensure/Certification:(Minimum/Required)
Must have a current CTE credential or the ability to obtain one. For information on how to obtain a CTE credential, please visit this site: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/licensure_cteapp.
Must hold a current CO RDH license, local anesthesia and nitrous oxide certificates.
Education: (Preferred)
Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene, or related field.
Experience: (Preferred)
Clinical or didactic teaching experience. Previous experience teaching at a community college setting.
Licensure/Certification: (Preferred)
Laser certification preferred, or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire date.
Supplemental Information
We are located on the Lowry campus of the Community College of Denver. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes:
All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts
For pay information, please refer to the following: https://www.ccd.edu/sites/default/files/20-21_Part-time-Instructor-Pay-Matrix_WC.pdf
CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.
Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.
CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
For information regarding Community College of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under "student's right to know": CCD.edu/Safety. For a hard copy report please contact 303-352-3042.
This position is a part-time position with the Community College of Denver and therefore, is a non-benefit eligible position.
Employer Community College of Denver (CO)
Address 855 Lawrence Parkway
Suite 565
Denver, Colorado, 80204
Website http://www.ccd.edu
Community College of Denver’s educational programs are designed to enrich the social, civic, and economic fabric of our community, nation, and world. Through innovation, open exploration of ideas, and preparation of a well-trained workforce, CCD supports a vibrant local economy. Programs and strategies that promote access—as well as academic and personal success for underserved students—are the foundation of CCD operations.
We are dedicated to expanding access, particularly for underserved first-generation and minority students. Nearly 50 percent of our students are first-generation and over 60 percent qualify for financial aid. The student experience on campus is one of support, access, and a growing student success.
As the only community college in the city and county of Denver, the College is surrounded by history, arts, sports, and culture. Situated along the west bank of Cherry Creek, CCD is also the only community college in the nation to share a campus with two four-year universities—Metropolitan State University of Denver and University of Colorado Denver. Together the three institutions share classroom buildings, a fully-accessible health center, a regional library, recreational facilities, a performing arts center, and a student union.
The faculty, staff, & volunteers at CCD make up a unique community with a shared vision resulting in an inspired & quality higher education. Our human resource department looks to hire knowledgeable, professional, and resourceful employees who help us realize our goals as an organization. Join our faculty and staff and become a part of a truly great organization.