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Reporting to the Dean – Workforce Education theDental Hygiene Instructors in partnership with Dental Hygiene Department Faculty will be responsible for teaching upper division 300/400 level courses within the Bachelor of Applied Science Dental Hygiene program as assigned. The applicants must be able to develop equity-minded practices within an educational environment, participate on internal and external committees, develop course curricula, and collaborate within the Dental Hygiene Department and other disciplinary areas at YVC.
YVC offers opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, encourages cooperative learning, and uses technologies in the classroom and for e-learning. All faculty are engaged in the assessment of college goals and purposes.
Our Mission Statement:
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Essential Tasks
JOB PROFILE:
- Dedication to students by creating an equitable environment conducive to meeting students’ learning needs.
- Teach various theory, laboratory, and clinical courses in the advanced 300/400 level Dental Hygiene program as assigned.
- Contribute to program and institutional learning outcomes assessment.
- Coordinate and complete outcomes assessment for the first-year curriculum component, and/or coordinate and complete outcomes assessment for the restorative and radiology curriculum components.
- Contribute to program self-study efforts in preparation for the Commission on Dental Accreditation site visit (seven-year cycle).
- Enthusiastic participation in department and divisional leadership opportunities e.g. department head, scheduling, curriculum committee.
- Participate in department and division activities including faculty meetings, development of curriculum and course syllabi that are responsive to changes in the field, assist in the supervision of client services, serve on campus committees, and other related professional duties.
- Commitment to upgrade knowledge and skills to maintain a relevant curriculum.
- Enthusiasm for using and learning new technologies to support student success.
- Provide student-centered academic advising within YVC’s Guided Pathways model.
- Serve on institutional and community committees, including advisory and K-12 partnership committees.
- Create and maintain business and industry relationships to provide externship opportunities for Business students.
- Be a collaborative partner in the Dental Hygiene program and with other faculty and staff colleagues campus-wide.
- Write and update curricula including course outlines and syllabi as required by the institution and based on educational research and industry trends.
- Participate in advisory board meetings and program recruitment.
- Maintain Professional Technical Educator certification which includes a professional development plan and may include maintenance of other certifications as required by the program (per WAC 131-16-092 and 131-16-093).
- Commitment to an educational philosophy appropriate to a Hispanic Serving Institution, the community college system, and the needs of its diverse populations.
- Willingness to teach alternate hours, if needed.
- Other duties as assigned within reason of the job position.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree (or currently enrolled) in Dental Hygiene, education, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
- Minimum of three years' experience working in a dental clinic setting
- Minimum of one year of full- or part-time Academic and Clinical Dental Hygiene Instruction at a college or university
- Documented background in educational methodology consistent with academic and clinical Dental Hygiene education
- Washington State license to practice Dental Hygiene
- Eligibility for professional technical certification in the State of Washington (per WAC 131-16-080 and 131-16-091)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Three years of teaching experience in Academic and Clinical Dental Hygiene Instruction at a college or university
- Experience coordinating first-year Dental Hygiene labs and clinical education and/or coordinating restorative and radiology labs and clinical education
- Positive professional experience working with diverse populations
- Membership in Dental Hygiene professional organizations
- Demonstrated ability to implement curriculum and deliver instruction in multiple modes of instruction
- Proven culturally-responsive teaching
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Adult learning theory and techniques
- Academic and career advising principles
- Dental Hygiene content areas:
- Dental Hygiene Fundamentals, Community Dental Health, and Dental Hygiene Professional Ethics and/or
- Radiology, Dental Anatomy, Dental Materials, and Restorative Dentistry
ABILITY TO:
- Teach a flexible schedule including, days, evenings, weekends, online or hybrid.
- Work effectively with supervisors, colleagues, staff, and students as part of an education team.
- Collaborate with business and industry partners.
- Develop relationships within the regional business community.
- Create a collegial and professional working environment.
- Meet deadlines within the institution and course structure, such as timely grading and student feedback, committee work, and other requests for information and participation.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills for effectively interacting with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, community partners, and individuals of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Travel as needed to meetings and other campuses or community sites.
Supplemental Information
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:
- A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
- A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
- Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
- Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire
- Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications.
Supplemental Question: The college requires a Diversity and Inclusion response as part of its application materials. There are two statements to which you will have to respond. The statements are found in the supplemental question area of the application.
Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Candidates invited for interviews will be required to present a 15–20-minute teaching demonstration as part of the interview.
Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670. Equal Opportunity - Yakima Valley College (yvcc.edu)
Yakima Valley College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.yvcc.edu/services/safety-security, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related
information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 509.574.4610.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Yakima Valley College offers a selection of health and retirement plans allowing you to take advantage of the plans that work for you. We also offer paid leave, development and career opportunities, and other compensation benefits. Benefit packages are a key component of our Total Compensation Model.
Insurance Benefits
Yakima Valley College offers medical (including vision), and dental. There are several medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees can elect to participate in the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Plan 3 or the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) through TIAA. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees can elect to participate in the Washington State Board Retirement Plan instead, check out the plan vendor at https://www.tiaa.org/public/tcm/sbctc for more information.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Please refer to the Washington State Board for more detailed information.
