Dental Hygienist Instructor

Dental Hygiene Instructor (Full-Time)

Location: Phoenix Campus| On-Site

Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Department: Dental Hygiene Program

Compensation: $31.00 – $38.75 per hour

Position Summary

Are you ready to shape the future of dental care? As a Dental Hygiene Instructor, you will transition your clinical expertise into the classroom and lab, guiding students through our rigorous CODA-accredited curriculum.

In this full-time academic role, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality didactic and clinical instruction, mentoring adult learners, and ensuring our graduates meet the high standards required for professional licensure.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery & Curriculum Execution:

• Lesson Delivery: Prepare and deliver daily lesson plans that align with course objectives, utilizing active learning methodologies to support student critical thinking.

• Clinical & Lab Supervision: Provide chairside guidance in preclinical and lab environments, reinforcing didactic principles through hands-on practice.

• Academic Monitoring: Track student progress and intervene if a grade average falls below the 77% minimum requirement.

Program Administration & Compliance:

• Administrative Integrity: Maintain accurate and timely records of student attendance and performance in accordance with institutional policies.

• Accreditation Support: Assist in curriculum review, safety compliance (OSHA/HIPAA), and the preparation of accreditation reports to maintain CODA standards.

• Student Mentorship: Provide constructive, substantive feedback that encourages student growth and professional development.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (Baccalaureate) from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the USDE or CHEA.

• Program Graduate: Graduate of a CODA-accredited Dental Hygiene or Dental program.

• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of full-time clinical experience as a Dental Hygienist or Dentist.

• Licensure & Credentials: Current, unrestricted Arizona state dental hygiene (RDH) or dental license, along with all state-required credentials (including active CPR certification).

• Technical Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and educational computer applications.

Compensation & Employee-Owner Benefits

• Hiring Range: $31.00 to $38.75 per hour.

• Employee Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Retirement: 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical (PPO & HDHP options with HSA), Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, plus Health & Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Time Off & Growth: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Disability coverage, Life Insurance, and Tuition Reimbursement.