Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Richmond, VA
Full Job Description Richmond Dental Assistant School is currently searching for a Part Time Dental Assistant Instructor to join the team! About Us: At Zollege, we believe higher education should be focused on empowerment, not financial burden. Weâve helped students save over $1 billion in student loan debt . Our programs are built for real-world success at a fraction of the costâ hands-on, career-focused training led by instructors who support you from your first class to your first job. We're growing! Weâre looking for experienced dental assistants who are passionate about mentorship and shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals. Apply as a Dental Assistant Instructor, today! Job Summary: In this role, youâll inspire future dental professionals by combining your expertise with your ability to guide and mentor students through practical, hands-on education. Instructor positions are part-time with classes held on Saturdays 7:00am - 6:15pm. (Note: teaching schedules may vary based on morning and/ or afternoon class availability.) Our focused, 12-week program is designed to provide accessible, hands-on education to students from all walks of life. Classes take place directly in a dental office rather than in a traditional classroom -- allowing students to learn in the environment they will eventually work in. Instructors will use their chair-side experience and training to teach our students the skills they need to succeed as entry-level dental assistants. Responsibilities: Prepare for each class by reviewing the provided curriculum, which may utilize lab stations. Demonstrate medical skills/procedures and assist students as they practice hands-on in the lab. Evaluate individual/group performance and make any necessary adjustments to meet student learning needs. Enforce classroom management and ensure adherence to safety precautions. Ability to convey curriculum and pertinent skills via lecture and hands-on demonstrations. Requirements: High school diploma or GED. Radiology Instructor License 5+ years of recent dental assistant or chair-side experience CPR/BLS certification Familiarity with Dentrix General Dentistry skills and procedures experience Basic computer skills such as emailing, printing, scanning, troubleshooting, connecting to WiFi, etc. A passion for helping others achieve their personal goals. Strong communication skills. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience. Application Question(s): Would you like to receive SMS communication in regards to your application and any further updates from Zollege? Do you have experience in teaching/mentoring/building capacity in others? Experience: Dental assisting: 5 years (Required) License/Certification: BC/BE (Preferred) CPR Certification (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Richmond, VA 23230 (Required) Work Location: In person Job Type: Part-time Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you have a valid Radiology Certification? Yes/ No Do you have experience in teaching? Yes/ No Do you have a High school diploma or GED? Yes/ No Work Location: In person
