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Working Title:

Dental Assistant Instructor

Institution:

Minnesota West Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

Tech College Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

218: Non-Unit

City:

MWST - Canby Campus

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Part time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$24,800.00 - $52,800.00

This position is for one academic year (171 days), limited - part time (0.75FTE), assignment.

Job Description

Provide Instruction: A core faculty will instruct students and have requirements that includes but is not limited to:

• assist in developing program curriculum, curricular threads, and course content using instructional and curriculum design methods;

• maintaining up-to-date course content;

• assist with annual program assessment and comprehensive program reviews;

• participate in the analysis of data including student outcome, enrollment, retention, and completion data to support continuous improvement;

• developing lesson plans;

• organizing and managing instructional activities;

• using appropriate learner-centered instructional methods;

• evaluation of student learning and providing evaluation methods appropriate to outcomes;

• maintaining accurate records of evaluation and course work, including attendance; submitting grades; seeking feedback on course delivery and student learning; ordering textbooks; maintaining lab and equipment.

• ensure documentation of the evaluation and progression of lab performance leading to clinical competence;

Engage in advising and student support: A core faculty will be an active participant in student advising and support with responsibilities that include but are not limited to:

• engage students in the advising process;

• use institutional tools to create student plans and maintain documentation for each advisee;

• maintain required office hours compatible with student schedules;

• direct students to appropriate college resources;

Participate in institutional engagement & advancement: A core faculty will work to advance the College’s mission and vision by being responsible for the following:

• abide by the College’s values, following policies and procedures;

• promote a positive working relationship across divisions;

• participate in committees and institutional activities;

• support workforce development;

• perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Demonstrate professional and quality customer service: A core faculty will demonstrate professionalism and provide quality customer service in accordance with the College’s values by doing the following:

• maintain positive working relationships, and make decisions and solve problems;

• maintain confidentiality, positive communication, accurate records, and an organized, safe working environment;

• exhibit flexibility, willingness to learn, ability to change, and maintain current technology skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement

• Bachelor degree and graduate of an accredited dental assisting program.

Occupational Experience Requirement

• Three full-time 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 full-time (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

• Post-secondary teaching experience

• Experience serving diverse and underserved populations

• An understanding of the community college mission and it's unique population

• Experience in online learning and/or course delivery using web-based course management systems such as D2L

• Experience in using innovative teaching and learning approaches

• Experience teaching courses with innovative teaching practices to support the success and retention of underrepresented students, including students of color, first-generation students and Pell eligible students

Other Requirements

• You must apply online and attach an electronic cover letter and resume to your online application in order to be considered for this position.

• ​All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment.

• ​In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday-Friday

About

Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a student-centered, open-access community and technical college within the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The college provides transfer, occupational and career programs, workforce training, educational outreach and life-long learning opportunities. The College is committed to accomplishing its mission: Dedicated to serving the varied educational needs of our diverse populations in affordable, accessible and supportive settings.

Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a comprehensive community and technical college with five southwestern Minnesota campuses: Canby, Granite Falls, Jackson, Pipestone, and Worthington and learning centers in Luverne and Marshall Minnesota. Students have the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in more than 60 disciplines.

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, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over 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 well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

08-18-2025

Position End Date:

05-15-2026

Open Date:

02-18-2025

Close Date:

03-12-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Logan Schumacher

Posting Contact Email:

bo9165qk@minnstate.edu