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Dental Assistant Lead Instructor (RDA or CDA)
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FB8D3018-F568-47E4-8E14-C83CC9FDC585
Created
Jun 16, 2026 3:26pm
Location
Aurora, Colorado
Lead Dental Assistant Instructor Location: Aurora, CO | Campus: On-Site Type: Full-time + benefits| Hiring Range: $23.73 - $29.66 per hour
Lead Dental Assistant Instructor
Location: Aurora, CO | Campus: On-Site
Type: Full-time + Benefits | Hiring Range: $23.73 - $29.66 per hour
Your Mission: Leading the Future of Dentistry
Are you a motivated Dental Assistant ready to step into a leadership and mentorship role? At Pima Medical Institute, we aren't just looking for an assistant; we are looking for a visionary educator to shape the next generation of dental professionals. As a Lead Instructor at our Aurora campus, you provide the clinical experience and the passion-we provide the platform to influence program excellence and student success.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Program Oversight
Institutional Governance: Facilitate Program Advisory Board meetings; report on student progress, externship outcomes, and feedback from the Colorado Springs dental community.
Curriculum Excellence: Lead comprehensive curriculum reviews and recommend updates during program revision cycles to ensure students are learning the most current industry standards.
Faculty Mentorship: Orient new hires and serve as a mentor to faculty members, ensuring consistent instructional quality and a supportive teaching environment.
Program Effectiveness: Update and maintain Program Effectiveness Plans (PEP) annually to meet institutional and accreditation standards.
Teaching & Student Support
Instructional Delivery: Deliver dynamic, engaging lessons using varied teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles.
Academic Guidance: Provide timely feedback (within 72 hours) on assignments and clinical work; advise students on academic or behavioral concerns to ensure they remain on track for graduation.
Clinical Supervision: Lead lab sessions and practical demonstrations, ensuring students master four/six-handed dentistry principles and radiation safety.
Administrative & Compliance
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and incidents within the campus management system.
Safety & Standards: Ensure all clinical environments meet strict OSHA/infection control standards and oversee student externships at local dental practices.
Who You Are
A Clinical Expert: You possess deep knowledge of chairside assisting, dental materials, and Colorado-specific dental practice act regulations.
A Strategic Leader: You enjoy the administrative side of education, from coordinating faculty schedules to long-term program planning.
A Passionate Mentor: You are dedicated to helping students bridge the gap between the classroom and a professional dental office.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program OR a combination of three (3) years of job-related training and experience.
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of full-time, practical dental assisting experience.
Certification/Licensure: Current CDA (DANB) or EDDA (Expanded Duties Dental Assistant) credentials as recognized in Colorado.
Technical Mastery: Expertise in four/six-handed dentistry principles and proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.
Comprehensive Benefits & Compensation
Hourly Pay: $23.73 - $29.66 per hour.
Health & Wellness: Medical (PPO & HDHP options), Dental, and Vision insurance.
Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)-become a partial owner of the company!
Retirement: 401(k) Plan with a 10% Employer Match.
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Pima Medical Institute started changing lives in 1972 when Richard Luebke Sr. and his wife, JoAnn, brought to life their dream of providing quality medical career education. They opened the first campus in Tucson, Arizona, preparing students to become nursing assistants. Eventually Richard Luebke Jr. and Mark Luebke took the helm, introducing more programs and opening additional campus locations to meet the country’s growing demand for quality healthcare professionals.
In 2015, Fred Freedman became Pima Medical’s President and Chief Executive Officer after serving the college as Chief Operating Officer. He has been with Pima Medical since June of 2000. He’s leading Pima Medical into the future, with growth, innovation and a keen eye on what healthcare providers need in great employees. We encourage you to become part of the Pima Medical Institute family, where you can help make a difference in the lives of our students today and educate future professionals.
As our community of students continues to grow, so does our community of talented staff. We truly believe that our people are the heart of our organization, and as we grow, we continue to hold ourselves accountable to the values that support those people.