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

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Springfield, IL

Job Description

OverviewWe 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

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