Dental Assistant Faculty Unlimited Full-Time
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Working Title:
Dental Assistant Faculty (Unlimited FullTime)Institution:
Minneapolis Community and Technical CollegeClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
210: Minnesota State College FacultyCity:
MinneapolisFLSA:
Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Unclassified Unlimited AcademicSalary Range:
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Minneapolis College a vibrant and inclusive twoyear community college in Minnesota is accepting applications for the position of an unlimited fulltime Dental Assistant Faculty.
Position Start Date: Fall Semester 2025 (August 20 2025
The Dental Assistant Department at Minneapolis College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning as we educate the next generation of dental assistants. Faculty members collaborate in the delivery of dental assistant courses to prepare students to complete their diploma or associate degree. This position may teach all components of dental assistant education: theory lab and clinic.
The successful candidate:
- Teaching a fulltime 32 credit annual load) in collegelevel courses in all aspects of Dental assisting (theory lab and clinic).
- Teaches with an inclusive and equityminded approach.
- Is dedicated to excellence in teaching and has the desire to become part of a creative vibrant studentcentered learning community.
- Is committed to student success.
- Teaches in traditional as well as other delivery modes including but not limited to synchronous and asynchronous online formats.
- Regularly develops reviews and revises instructional and assessment materials.
- Participates in the assessment of program and course student learning outcomes.
- Is a participatory member of the dental assistant division and the greater college community through service on committees and attendance at regular meetings.
- Practices current teaching strategies including active learning learner outcome assessments and online instruction.
- Maintains ongoing professional development in dental assisting as well as in the areas of teaching and learning.
- Should be flexible with teaching hours; with the possibilityof evening and weekends
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirement
- Bachelor degree and graduate of an accredited dental assisting program.
Occupational Experience Requirement
- Three fulltime years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a dental assistant.
Recency Requirement
- One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful fulltime (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.
Professional Requirement
- Dental Assistant certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Current Dental Assistant License from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry.
Preferred Qualification
- Experience teaching college level dental assistant including theory and lab.
- Experience serving diverse and historically underserved populations.
- Evidence of continuous professional development related to diversity equity and inclusion
- Evidence of commitment to student success and program completion.
- Experience with learner outcomes assessment and evaluation.
- Demonstrated ability to educate adult learners multilingual learners students with disabilities and international students.
- Working knowledge of instructional techniques and delivery methods such as online education learning management systems (D2L Brightspace) digital technology etc.
- Collaborative team player who is willing to devote time to student success and the success of the dental assistant division.
Other Requirements
Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Varies some evenings and weekends
Telework (Yes/No)
No
Salary
Fulltime faculty salaries currently range from $43067 $94542 annually. Salary schedule placement is determined on the basis of education and experience and in accordance with theMaster Agreement between the Minnesota State Board of Trustees and the Minnesota State College Faculty.
Special Instructions Summary
APPLY TO THIS JOB POSTING ONLINE ON OR BEFORE FRIDAY MARCH 21 2025. PRIORITY
REVIEW DEADLINE. The position will be open until filled.
Attach cover letter cv /resume and unofficial copies of all transcripts. Application materials submitted by any other method cannot be considered. Applicants should be prepared to provide contact information of four 4 references including two 2 managers who can directly address qualifications for this position (prefer that at least one reference observed you while you were acting in a teaching capacity).
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE TRANSCRIPTS TO BE CONSIDERED.
Copies of transcripts are acceptable for the screening process; the successful candidate will need to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.
About
We are one of the most diverse college campuses in Minnesota. More than 70 percent of our student body identifies as people of color American Indian two or more races international low income or first generation. At Minneapolis College we strive to eliminate barriers build bridges and cross them together as we educate people to go out and make a difference in their communities. Minneapolis College offers extraordinary educational opportunity to 10000 students annually with 100 plus degree options. The College has strong ties to corporate and industry partners that support student scholarships provide stateoftheart training and equipment and offer internship and employment opportunities to the Colleges graduates. Minneapolis College is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the Minneapolis College Public Safety link or directly at https://minneapolis/studentservices/publicsafety. Minneapolis College is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and educatorand encourages application from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) employer. A member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles $250 $1500 a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pretax medical and dental expense (with rollover option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and wellbeing of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
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Posting Contact Name:
Gabriele Eva KraussPosting Contact Email:
Employment Type
Full-Time
