Instructional Technician - Dental Hygiene, 80%

Instructional Technician - Dental Hygiene, 80%

Salary

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Location

6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA

Job Type

Part-time (50%-99%)

Job Number

2026-02218

Department

Dental Hygiene

Division

HPS (School of Health and Public Service)

Opening Date

10/23/2026

Closing Date

11/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Please apply for this job directly on the Cabrillo College job opportunities page here.

Employment Opportunity

We need YOU! Cabrillo College is looking for staff to provide quality programs and services for a diverse student population, promoting ever-evolving needs as our students grow toward their individual aspirational goals. Cabrillo is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with a special focus on enhancing the Latinx student experience. Come join our team, valuing high-level and innovative instruction, support services, a welcoming environment, and helping to change the world one student at a time!

The ideal candidate will share Cabrillos commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. Cabrillo College serves approximately 10,500+ students per term. As of the 2025 Academic Year, 71% of Cabrillo students are members of minoritized populations, identifying themselves as LatinX (49%), Multi Ethnic (20%), Asian (1%), Black Non-Hispanic (<1%), Filipino (<1%), American Indian/Alaskan Native(<1%) and Pacific Islander (<1%). In 2006, Cabrillo College was designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community.

This categorically-funded part-time (80%, 32 hours per week, 11 months per year) Instructional Technician - Dental Hygiene position provides instructional laboratory and administrative support for the District's dental hygiene instructional program and performs related duties as assigned. Starting Salary Range: $3,914 to $4,531 per month; plus 5% annual increases up to step 7; maximum initial salary step placement on the classified salary schedule is step 4. Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with evenings and weekends as required. These are standard hours, but subject to change depending on clinic needs.

This salary range has been prorated here to accurately reflect this 80% assignment. Annual salary is the monthly rate x 11 months.

Classified employees are required to join the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) and, as such, contribute 8% of their monthly salary to CalPERS on a pre-tax basis.)

Position scheduled to begin as soon as possible, pending continued funding and Governing Board ratification. Salary is subject to proration based on the beginning date of assignment. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas.

Benefits:

• Our prorated comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, life, short- and long-term, and vision (optional) insurance provided at a share of cost on a pre-tax basis, CalPERS Retirement, and an Employee Assistance Program. Please see the Benefits link on the HR webpage for more information.

As a classified staff member at Cabrillo College, you will join a vibrant community of professionals and educators working together to provide a positive educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives.

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.

• Provides instructional laboratory support for dental hygiene and dental assisting course instructors and students; sets up, installs, maintains, services and arranges for the repair of dental clinic and laboratory equipment for use in classes, workshops, laboratory sessions and supplemental tutoring; imports, reads and mounts dental x-rays and follows up with dental offices to resolve any questions or issues; ensures all required equipment, materials and supplies are available for classes and other sessions in accordance with instructor requirements.
• Compiles, maintains, and updates a variety of instructional materials and exercises for instructor use; provides training to students and others on the safe use of specialized dental office equipment such as X-rays; scores quizzes and tests to assist faculty and records student data.
• Answers student questions regarding the safe use and disposal of dental office equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Performs a variety of administrative support duties for the dental instructional program; prepares purchase orders and maintains an inventory of dental and office supplies including Student Kits and clinic supplies to meet instructional requirements; obtains bids and participates in negotiating prices for dental supplies.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary learning environment for faculty and students.
• Conducts weekly spore tests of sterilization equipment and documents findings.

OTHER DUTIES

• Arranges for the pickup and disposal of sharps and pharmaceutical waste in accordance with established District and OSHA regulations and procedures.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, and staff AND
• Completion of two (2) years of college with coursework in dental assisting or dental hygiene, AND at least two (2) years of experience in a dental office performing front-office administration and sterilization procedures OR
• An equivalent combination of training and experience.

Desirable certifications include completion of the following as noted by the Dental Board of California:

• Current Registered Dental Assistant certification
• A current valid X-ray Certificate
• Completion of a Board-approved course in infection control

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, methods, and equipment used in a dental office, including digital radiology, nitrous oxide analgesia, and air compressor and vacuum systems equipment.
• Common dental materials and supplies used in a dental office.
• Health and safety practices applicable to sterilization and infection control related to the Dental Hygiene program.
• Applicable laws and regulations governing the Dental Hygiene and Assisting Program, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.
• Study and learning techniques and strategies applicable to dental hygiene and assisting students at a level necessary to perform assigned responsibilities.
• Hazardous materials management and disposal practices and procedures.
• District policies and procedures governing purchasing and accounts payable activities.
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including computers and applicable software programs.
• Principles and practices of sound business communications, including correct English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Provide day-to-day administrative and technical support to instructors in carrying out their instructional responsibilities.
• Accurately, thoroughly, and clearly answer students' subject-matter, equipment-use, and technology questions.
• Provide day-to-day technical support for computer hardware, peripherals and business and specialized equipment and software used in dental hygiene and dental assisting laboratories.
• Demonstrate safe practices and procedures in the use of specialized dental office equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, files, and databases.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Operate a computer and use standard business software.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Uphold the District's mission, values, and objectives, including equity and Guided Pathways.
• Support an inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, respect, and engagement.

Additional Information

Application Process:

• Complete the application with a minimum of three (3) Professional References and answer all supplemental questions; provide detailed information to aid in determining that the minimum qualification requirements have been met

• For the desirable, completion of a Board-approved course in infection control, be sure to include this in the Work Experience portion of your application if applicable

• For the desirable, completion of a current Registered Dental Assistant certification and/or a current valid X-ray Certificate, be sure to include this in the Certificates and Licenses portion of your application if applicable

• Attach resume

• Attach all unofficial transcripts for college coursework completed, if applicable, displaying any degrees conferred (copies, photos, and downloads are acceptable). Foreign transcripts must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency at the applicants expense -click here for more information

Please note: All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above.

Attention Applicants

Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee. Application materials not required (including cover letters or letters of reference) for this position will not be reviewed. Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, Social Security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials. Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas. A position eligibility pool may be established to fill other full-time, part-time, or substitute assignments as needs arise.

Questions? Concerns? Please contact HR as Departments, Divisions, and Committee Members are unable to discuss active recruitments with potential candidates.

Selection Procedure

A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email and can also be accessed through your application profile.

Conditions of Employment

Selected candidates given a conditional offer of employment are required to submit tuberculosis screening clearance results, proof of eligibility to work in the United States, and present their Social Security card upon hire (for payroll purposes). Cabrillo is an E-Verify employer.

EEO Statement

Cabrillo College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status or protected veteran status.

Accommodations

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources at cabrillohr@cabrillo.edu.

Cabrillo College currently provides a benefit stipend contribution for medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance for full-time employees and eligible dependents. Please note: Employees who work less than 1,040 hours per year are not eligible for benefits. More than part-time contracts will receive a pro rata benefit stipend based on the percentage of assignment.

Classified employees are required to join the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) and as such contribute 8% of their monthly salary to CalPERS on a pre-tax basis. (For additional details you can visit the CalPERS webpage.)

For more information related to benefits, please visit the Cabrillo College Human Resources Benefits webpage on our website.

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IMPORTANT: All applicants are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will provide information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the screening and selection process. Be concise, yet specific and informative in your responses to these supplemental questions. "See resume", "Will be answered during interview", attachments, or links/URLs (unless a question specifically requires it) will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses to the questions in the following boxes. Please indicate below that you have read and understood these instructions.

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your training and experience in dental instrument processing, sterilization monitoring, dental-unit waterline maintenance, and infection-control recordkeeping.

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Describe your experience preparing dental clinic or laboratory instruments, maintaining supply inventory, communicating with vendors, and assisting with supply orders and equipment servicing. Include how you stay organized when managing these responsibilities.

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The dental hygiene program interacts with administrators, staff community partners, dental professional students, the public, and others. We emphasize a humanistic approach in our interactions, promote cultural humility, and embrace diversity. What do these terms mean to you? Include an example of how you employ such ideas at work.

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Have you attached all documents listed as required in the "Application Process" section of the Job Bulletin to this application?

• Yes
• No

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I understand and reconfirm my consent and authorization that if I am a final candidate for this position, Cabrillo College or its authorized agent(s) may conduct comprehensive, job-related background and/or reference checks, including job history, criminal history, identity check, and/or fingerprinting. This reconfirmation question and its answer are confidential and will not be seen by the Search and Selection Committee.

• I agree
• I do not agree

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Employer Cabrillo College

Address 6500 Soquel Dr

Building 1550

Aptos, California, 95003

Phone (831) 479-6217

Website http://cabrillo.edu