Grand Rapids Community College department of Dental Auxiliary is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach Dental Hygiene (DH) or Dental Assisting (DAA). class(es) in the fall and/or winter semesters on our Grand Rapids campus.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.
Adjunct needs are determined on a semester by semester basis, as are the number of sections offered each semester. GRCC classes are held at a variety of times, Monday through Saturday in different modalities such as Hybrid, Online, In-person & Virtual . For semester start and end dates, see GRCC’s Academic Calendar.
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Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty
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Compensation: Adjunct Faculty Pay Rates
Reports to: Associate Dean - School of Health Sciences
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Dental hygiene (DH) or Dental Assisting (DDA).
- Teach courses and fulfill adjunct faculty responsibilities, including fostering a stimulating classroom environment, following syllabus templates, and using department-approved textbooks.
- Maintain accurate student records and provide reasonable accommodations as per ADA guidelines as approved by Disability Support Services to meet students needs.
- Respond to communications promptly and ensure student access to course information.
- Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members
- Follow the required syllabus template.
- Comply with GRCC policies and the Faculty Association Contract.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Qualifications
- A current active Michigan dental hygienists or dentist (DDS or DMD) license.
- Certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide sedation.
- Minimum of 2 years’ clinical practice as a dental hygienist or dentist.
- Minimum 2 years’ college teaching experience or experience teaching adult learners.
- Current CPR certification.
- Teaching experience at a community college preferred.
Skills
- Expertise in the subject area with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with diverse student populations and faculty, and proficiency in instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas, Blackboard).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Physical Demands
Demonstrate, assist and/or support students with:
- Physical Strength - transferring patients to or from a wheelchair to a dental chair. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Mobility –be able to stand, lift, reach, bend, and stretch, provide support and stability. Sufficient independent mobility within the architectural environment is necessary, including the ability to maneuver in restricted spaces. Move quickly in an emergency.
- Hearing - hear faint sounds from a distance of 4 feet—approximately the distance between a patient seated in a dental chair and a person in a standing position next to the dental chair. Hear sounds such as those emitted by a stethoscope while taking a blood pressure.
- Visual Discrimination - sufficient vision to differentiate movements, read markings on instruments and measuring devices.
- Coordination - Sufficient motor skills, eye-hand coordination skills, manipulative skills and sensory function in both extremities to perform dental hygiene skills.
- Manual Dexterity - sufficient fine motor skills to manipulative objects and people safely.
Mental Demands
- Appreciation and understanding for the community college philosophy, commitment to diversity, and community service.
- Strong initiative, problem-solving, and ability to handle unexpected duties.
- High energy and enthusiasm for supporting students and colleagues under pressure.
- Must use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations in a professional manner.
Working Conditions
- GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our policies website.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that calls for flexibility/adaptability.
BENEFITS