Instructor, Dental Assistant (Part-time) BilingualSpanish

• Creates implements and monitors instructional activities of students during didactic and laboratory sessions in the classroom and dental clinical areas.
• Assumes responsibility for the safe operation of all clinic equipment; establishes and maintains inventory and preventive maintenance for equipment and reinforces regulations related to infection prevention and safe use of all equipment.
• Complies with yearly update training for faculty staff and students in Hazard Communications and Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Works with the associate dean to monitor program budget.
• Participates in in-service training workshops and other educational activities as required or assigned.
• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Manage equipment supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with advisory committee in program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program participate in efforts to recruit and retain students and participate in efforts to market MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
• Maintain certification continue professional development and stay current in field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Bilingual Spanish/English Fluency (must be able to read write and speak in both languages)

Educational requirements:
Must have the one (1) of the following:
1.) Associate degree or higher in any Health related field with relevant Dental Assistant experience-OR-
2.) Technical diploma in Dental Assistant or Dental Technician with relevant Dental Assistant experience.
Per Higher Learning Commission Determining Qualified Faculty Assumed Practice B.2.

Occupational experience:
Must have a minimum of two (2) years full-time (4000 hours) experience as a Dental addition one of the following must be met:
1.) At least one year of related work experience must have occurred within the last five years -OR-
2.) Two years of teaching Dental Assisting/Dental Hygiene course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years.
One (1) year of teaching experience equivalent two (2) semesters full-time or four (4) semesters part-time per State of Wisconsin Legislature Administrative Code TCS3 3.04

Industry or vendor certification: Certified Dental Assistant (recognized by the Dental Assistant National Board) within one year of hire.

Licensure: None

Additional Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
• Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable)
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural social and educational backgrounds.
  Teaching Must embrace and demonstrate the MATC Core Abilities and Standards of Teaching Excellence in development and delivery of instruction.

Standards of Teaching Excellence:

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success

• Classroom Management

• Planning/Organization

• Content Mastery and Currency

• Teaching Methodology

• Assessment of Student Learning

• Professional Contributions

Essential Technology:

• Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail Outlook)

• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system

• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

• Must satisfactorily complete health screen requirements for the Healthcare Pathway which include a criminal background check drug test and verification of immunizations.
• Ability to sit or stand for class duration with or without accommodation.

Essential Supportive Technology:

Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Online Information Management Systems - Experience with Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising student programs grading class schedules and rosters.

• Blackboard Ultra - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems.

• Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium interactive touch screen monitors LCD projectors DVD players and/or other classroom technology.

• Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (e.g. social networking applications).

Start Date:This position supports the Healthcare Pathway and is available to start in the Spring semester or January 2026.This position is part of the part-time faculty pool with the start date contingent upon course availability.

Official transcripts will be required if a candidate is selected for the position andmust be submitted to the HR Credentialing Department for review verification and completion before your first teaching assignment.

Hours:Up to 19 hours weekly in-person primarily based out of the Downtown Campus. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours Monday - Friday. Hours vary based on departmental needs. Employees will conduct all work hours in the State of Wisconsin performing work outside the state is strictly prohibited.Assignments and schedule will depend on course offerings and student enrollment needs.

Application Materials:

• Resume

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Complete Application.A complete application entails providing thorough details including personal information educational background and comprehensive work experience. This should include specific job positions held duties performed dates of employment and any relevant licenses or certifications. Additionally candidates may be required to attach copies of licenses or certifications as requested by the employer. Its crucial to ensure all aspects of the application are thoroughly addressed and documented.

Salary:Beginning in the fall of 2024 the starting hourly wage for all part-time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part-time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of $40 an hour is non-negotiable unless market conditions dictate otherwise.

Interviews:Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position on a date to be determined. A bilingual proficiency assessment will be conducted at the time of interview.

EEOC:Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee applicant for employment student or applicant for admission on the basis of race color national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation creed religion political affiliation marital status parental status pregnancy disability age membership in any reserve component of the armed forces union affiliation arrest and conviction record or any other protected category under applicable local state or federal law. Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process please contact our office at (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email.