full-time 5 days ago
Instructor/Assistant Professor of Dental Hygiene
Georgia Highlands College
3175 Cedartown Highway, S.E., Rome, GA 30161
Competitive Compensation
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About Us
Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor¿s degree options both in the classroom and online.
We are a growing and progressive institution with opportunities for great employees to grow in a fast-paced and challenging work environment that encourages employee wellness and overall success. Our combined efforts at GHC have led to numerous awards, honors, and countless stories of success for students and employees. This includes our most recent honor of being recognized as one of the semifinalists for the 2023 and 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
Job Summary
The Dental Hygiene Instructor is responsible for implementing aspects of didactic, laboratory, and clinical teaching in ASDH dental hygiene curriculum, curriculum development, student assessment, student advising and orientation, and supporting the Dental Hygiene Department.
Responsibilities
Is responsible to understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodies
Teaches dental hygiene laboratory, clinical and didactic courses in accordance with objectives of the course outline and set forth by the department using a variety of instructional methods and technologies that facilitate learning for all students
Directs students during various clinical/laboratory/class experiences and off-site learning experiences.
Maintains timely and proper communication with students, faculty, and staff of the college via phone, email, and other electronic means.
Develops and maintains current course content and syllabi/outlines for assigned courses in accordance with departmental curriculum committee, Commission on Dental Accreditation Standards (CODA,) and American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Compendium of Curriculum Guidelines
Identifies and addresses problems with course content, technology, and equipment
Regularly reviews and updates instructional materials based on new information, research, or discoveries in the discipline or in pedagogical approaches to teaching in the discipline
Manages courses through systematic use of appropriate syllabi and accurate, professional records of student performance, attendance, and grades in the classroom, clinic, and/or laboratory
Maintains and orders clinical/classroom/lab supplies as needed and sets-up instructional equipment and supplies in classrooms, labs, and clinics as required
Actively monitors student progress in didactic learning and on clinical/laboratory performance and skill evaluations. Interacts with students in a professional manner, offering constructive, encouraging and timely feedback and advising. Communicates the status of student progress to the Director and other faculty as needed
Announces and keeps regular office hours in accordance with college policy
Facilitates faculty calibration and assists in departmental curriculum review/revision and with accreditation documentation
Participates in regular training for advising of students and in dental community and program events
Pursues continued professional development in teaching areas, technological applications for the classroom, clinic, and lab, and innovations and enhancements in teaching and learning
Actively participate in program promotion and recruitment of students
Serves committees of the college, student organizations, and department specific work
Attend departments and school meetings, full-faculty meetings, required training, and graduation
Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Registered Dental Hygienist who is a graduate from a Commission On Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited dental hygiene program
Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred
Current Georgia Dental Hygiene License or is licensure eligible
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certifications
Minimum of two (2) years of clinical dental hygiene experience
Dental Hygiene didactic and clinical teaching experience preferred
Proposed Salary
Commensurate with experience and education
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Attach unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of the Standard of Care in Dental Hygiene
Demonstrates a growth mindset
Strong dental hygiene instrumentation skills
Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work collaboratively and inter-professionally
Skill in analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions
Ability to interact effectively with students, patients, faculty and staff
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and D2L, Eaglesoft and Curve software
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at
jobs@highlands.edu
For technical support, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or
oneusgsupport@usg.edu
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor¿s degree options both in the classroom and online.
We are a growing and progressive institution with opportunities for great employees to grow in a fast-paced and challenging work environment that encourages employee wellness and overall success. Our combined efforts at GHC have led to numerous awards, honors, and countless stories of success for students and employees. This includes our most recent honor of being recognized as one of the semifinalists for the 2023 and 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
Job Summary
The Dental Hygiene Instructor is responsible for implementing aspects of didactic, laboratory, and clinical teaching in ASDH dental hygiene curriculum, curriculum development, student assessment, student advising and orientation, and supporting the Dental Hygiene Department.
Responsibilities
Is responsible to understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodies
Teaches dental hygiene laboratory, clinical and didactic courses in accordance with objectives of the course outline and set forth by the department using a variety of instructional methods and technologies that facilitate learning for all students
Directs students during various clinical/laboratory/class experiences and off-site learning experiences.
Maintains timely and proper communication with students, faculty, and staff of the college via phone, email, and other electronic means.
Develops and maintains current course content and syllabi/outlines for assigned courses in accordance with departmental curriculum committee, Commission on Dental Accreditation Standards (CODA,) and American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Compendium of Curriculum Guidelines
Identifies and addresses problems with course content, technology, and equipment
Regularly reviews and updates instructional materials based on new information, research, or discoveries in the discipline or in pedagogical approaches to teaching in the discipline
Manages courses through systematic use of appropriate syllabi and accurate, professional records of student performance, attendance, and grades in the classroom, clinic, and/or laboratory
Maintains and orders clinical/classroom/lab supplies as needed and sets-up instructional equipment and supplies in classrooms, labs, and clinics as required
Actively monitors student progress in didactic learning and on clinical/laboratory performance and skill evaluations. Interacts with students in a professional manner, offering constructive, encouraging and timely feedback and advising. Communicates the status of student progress to the Director and other faculty as needed
Announces and keeps regular office hours in accordance with college policy
Facilitates faculty calibration and assists in departmental curriculum review/revision and with accreditation documentation
Participates in regular training for advising of students and in dental community and program events
Pursues continued professional development in teaching areas, technological applications for the classroom, clinic, and lab, and innovations and enhancements in teaching and learning
Actively participate in program promotion and recruitment of students
Serves committees of the college, student organizations, and department specific work
Attend departments and school meetings, full-faculty meetings, required training, and graduation
Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Registered Dental Hygienist who is a graduate from a Commission On Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited dental hygiene program
Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred
Current Georgia Dental Hygiene License or is licensure eligible
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certifications
Minimum of two (2) years of clinical dental hygiene experience
Dental Hygiene didactic and clinical teaching experience preferred
Proposed Salary
Commensurate with experience and education
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Attach unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of the Standard of Care in Dental Hygiene
Demonstrates a growth mindset
Strong dental hygiene instrumentation skills
Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work collaboratively and inter-professionally
Skill in analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions
Ability to interact effectively with students, patients, faculty and staff
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and D2L, Eaglesoft and Curve software
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at
jobs@highlands.edu
For technical support, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or
oneusgsupport@usg.edu
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
About Georgia Highlands College
Georgia Highlands College is committed to providing quality higher education in a supportive community. With multiple locations and online programs, GHC offers a diverse range of academic pathways to empower students for success.