Dental Assisting Lead Instructor - 4- or 5-Day Work Week - 40 Hour Position Job at Midwest Technical Institute, Springfield, MO

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  • Midwest Technical Institute
  • Springfield, MO

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our students. This position requires strong interpersonal skills.

This position could be Monday thru Thursday or Monday thru Friday, this position is a full time position scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Qualifications:

* A combination of education and experience in excess of a diploma in Dental Assisting.

* Relevant qualifications, training and experience in the field of dental assisting, which must include, at minimum, three years of work experience in the Dental Assisting Field.

Responsibilities

* Adhere to approved policies and procedures in the conduct of all instructional activities.

* Develop instructional plans and manage the daily routines of a competency based education.

* Be efficient with planning time by using that time to make copies, lesson plan, posting attendance and grades.

* Begin class on time in an orderly, organized fashion.

* Provide an appropriate, intellectually stimulating instruction, based on the unique abilities of each student.

* Courteous and approachable to students.

* Supervise and coordinate clinical/lab activities.

* Assess students progress in achieving requirements in theory and practice through classroom activities and grading, lab competencies and student evaluations.

* Use effective motivation to help stimulate a personal desire to learn the curriculum.

* Assist with disciplinary actions related to student's academics, attendance or conduct.

* Provide additional assistance to students that may be struggling.

* Assist the Externship Coordinator with externship placement, visits and their coordination as needed.

* Assist with placement of students, offering reference letters and resources for student placements.

* Attend professional advisory board meetings, graduation ceremonies, monthly program and staff meetings, open houses, instructor trainings and other required functions.

* Join or maintain a membership to a professional organization pertaining to the professional responsibilities of MTI and attend conferences for this professional organization as needed.

* Maintain CEU's as required by your professional organization.

Skills

* Have a professional attitude and manner that reflects the high standards of MTI and the program you represent.

* Preparation in educational theory and techniques preferred. This can include formal education, continuing education and or in-service education.

* Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite. Must include Excel and skills in database management and record keeping.

* Competent in curriculum.

* Knowledge of the course content and proficient in the skills taught within the program.

* Ability to stand for long periods of time.

MTI is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

* 401(k) matching

* Employee assistance program

* Health savings account

* Life insurance

* Retirement plan

Schedule:

* 10 hour shift

* 8 hour shift

* No weekends

Experience:

* Dental assisting: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

* Springfield, IL 62707 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Midwest Technical Institute

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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