Dental Health Professions Instructor

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : York County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 157329
Agency: York Technical College
Division: HHS-Dental Health Professions
Opening Date: 04/29/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Class Code:: UG70
Position Number:: TBD, TBD
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Unclassified
Opening Date: 04/29/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please apply online, taking care to complete the state application with all work history and education. Incomplete applications will be disqualified and will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
York Technical College, a member of the South Carolina Technical and Comprehensive Education System, is a public, two-year institution of higher education that offers a variety of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Through maximizing student success, the College seeks to contribute to the economic growth and development of York, Lancaster, and Chester counties and of the State.
The Dental Health Professions Instructor will perform the following functions (two vacancies):

• Teaching Performance: Provides students with appropriate course materials (syllabus, calendar, policy statements or guidelines). Adhere to course competencies in the preparation and delivery of quality instruction. Be organized and prepared for classes. Teach and test relevant content. Pace instruction and vary delivery to meet different learning styles. Provide appropriate and timely feedback. Maintain a positive environment for optimum student performance. Provide for and value appropriate student input. Maintain accepted standards of achievement.
• Student Advisement: Provide appropriate academic guidance. Maintain office hours and be available during assigned and optimum times for advising. Cooperate as part of the advising team for the program. Assist students as possible in setting and meeting short and long-range educational goals. Take advantage of advising training. Learn and use computer resources to access data and properly advise students. Be knowledgeable of institutional policies, procedures and programs. Make referrals and conduct follow-up as appropriate. Use discretion in dealing with confidential information.
• Instructional Development: In coordination with the department manager and other faculty, prepare and maintain competency-based course syllabi and support materials for all courses. Assist with selection of textbooks and other instructional resources
• College and/or other Community Service: Promote the College as possible. Assist in recruitment and placement. Cooperate with and participate in projects and activities of the College and as appropriate in the community. Serve on advisory committees as requested. Promote and support the continuing education program of the College. Maintain a cooperative working relationship with College personnel.
• Professional Development: Seek ways to keep current in the teaching field. Develop an annual professional development plan (with short and long-range goals) in keeping with the College's mission and institutional goals. Participate in appropriate courses, seminars and workshops especially those that introduce new ideas or practices.
• Instructional Management: Maintain required and appropriate records and files. Submit all reports in an accurate and timely manner. Practice effective classroom management. Prioritize duties and use time wisely. Maintain current files for courses. Handle student work and records in a professional manner. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Associate's degree from an ADA Accredited DHG program, and a Baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in healthcare or any related field.
• Background in educational methodology and practice; current concepts relative to the specific subjects to be taught strongly preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years recent dental clinical experience and recent teaching experience highly desired.
• Current South Carolina dental license, RDH, and CDA (or willing to become certified within the first 90 day of employment). Must meet minimum CODA guidelines for a Dental Instructor (DHG & DAT).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of instructional methodologies and alternative delivery methods.
• Communication skills to interact verbally and in written form with students, peers, administrators, and the general public.
• Ability to work independently and in groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative, working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and other professional organizations.
• Ability to attend local and state professional meetings as required; upholding accreditation guidelines and maintaining required continuing educational credit; evening Advisory Committee meetings (twice per year) are expected; during year of accreditation self-study and site visit, additional responsibility will be required of all faculty.
• Ability to multi-task and meet timelines.
• Ability to work flexible hours and evenings as needed.
• Ability to travel within the tri-county area.

Additional Comments
Applicants indicating degree(s) on the application are required to provide unofficial copies of transcripts in the application process and official transcript upon hire.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Do you have an Associate's degree from an ADA Accredited DHG program?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have a Baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in healthcare or any related field?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a background in educational methodology and practice; current concepts relative to the specific subjects to be taught?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have at least two years of recent dental clinical experience and recent teaching experience?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have a current South Carolina dental license?

• Yes
• No

06
Are you currently a Registered Dental Hygienist in South Carolina?

• Yes
• No

07
Are you currently a Certified Dental Assistant?

• Yes
• No

08
Do you meet minimum CODA guidelines for a Dental Hygiene Instructor?

• Yes
• No

09
Do you meet minimum CODA guidelines for a Dental Assisting Instructor?

• Yes
• No

10
If you answered no to question seven, would you be willing to become certified within the first 90 days of employment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question