Instructor, Dental Hygiene (Part-time)

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. MATC's diverse team members - 42% of whom are employees of color--work with a purpose to serve the students who make us one of the most diverse two-year institutions in the Midwest. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Work Details:

Part-Time - 4 vacancies for the Fall 2024 Semester beginning mid-August.
12 hours per week, hours vary based on departmental needs.

• Conduct student meeting at the beginning of clinical sessions.
• Review records completed by the student clinician.
• Circulate through clinic to be available to student clinicians.
• Review charts at beginning of clinic to be familiar with patients' needs.
• Review student clinicians' appointment plan and instructor objectives.
• Observe assessments and give suggestions.
• Be familiar with the sequence that is recommended for procedures.
• Suggest alternative approaches to student clinicians.
• Encourage verbal reporting or findings during verification checks.
• Check dental charting and plaque/stain verification.
• Encourage students to take increasing responsibility for their work.
• Review patient records for DDS signatures at the end of each clinical session.
• Function as a liaison between MATC Dental Hygiene Program and professional organizations.
• Attend clinical staff meetings at the beginning of each semester.
• Prepare and upgrade courses including WIDS updates.
• Follows Syllabus and grading procedures.

Educational Requirement:
Must have a Bachelors degree in one of the following:

• Dental Hygiene

• Related field - areas of study such as but not limited to Allied Health, Natural Science, Education, Public Health, Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy and Health Administration.

• Must have at least two (2) years of full-time or equivalent (4,000 hours) of clinical experience in Dental Hygienist.

• At least two (2) years of work experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years OR
• Two years of teaching Dental Hygiene course work at the post-secondary level within the last five (5) years.

• Must hold certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration as granted by State of WI Department of Safety and Professional Services.
• Must provide proof of laser training certificate as granted through CE course that is certified by an institution of higher learning, CERP, AGD, ADA, ADHA, or other recognized endorsement entities.

• Must be familiar with the delivery of dental care in a variety of settings.
• Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
• Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
• Teaching - Must embrace and demonstrate the MATC Core Abilities and Standards of Teaching Excellence in development and delivery of instruction.

1. Email - Experience with an Email system (GroupWise, Outlook, Gmail...)
2. Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
3. Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

1. Online Information Management Systems - Experience with INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
2. Blackboard - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems
3. Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
4. Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)
5. (Optional) Distance Learning Instruction - Experience with on-line, two-way video, ITV, and other methods of distance learning instruction

Start Date
This position supports the Healthcare Pathway. Available to start Fall 2024.

Hours
This position is a .5 FTE the number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours, Monday - Friday

Application Materials:
(Anything required to determine credentialing)

• Unofficial Transcripts