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Dental Assistant Instructor PT

CompanyEducation Affiliates
LocationNorfolk
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 16, 2026
About The Company
FORTIS is a post-secondary network of colleges and institutes that engages students in a powerful learning and training experience for lifelong growth. With the addition of each new campus, FORTIS now offers career-based certificate, diploma and degree-granting programs at more than 40 schools in 15 states. FORTIS College and FORTIS Institute campuses prepare students for careers in healthcare, nursing, medical, dental, business, information technology, massage, cosmetology and the skilled trades such as welding and HVAC. FORTIS College Online also offers online learning platforms for a variety of associate degree programs for adults and members of the military community. Each of our colleges and institutes are institutionally accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies: Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) Accrediting Commission of the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET) Accrediting Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) For consumer information please visit www.fortis.edu
About the Role

Dental Assistant Instructor - PT

 

About The Job 

Fortis College in Norfolk is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Dental Assistant to join its faculty.  If you possess a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the lives and careers of our students and graduates. 

 

Fortis provides educational programs that deliver real-life career skills in high-demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth. 

 

Job Description 

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic faculty member to teach in our Dental Assisting Program.  This is a part-time, professional position reporting directly to the Dean of Education.  The primary responsibility will be to teach Dental Assisting courses.  The typical teaching load is two courses each term, with one or two preparations. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, and participate in department training, meetings, and graduation.   

 

Requirements 

  • Completion of a Dental Assisting program resulting in a Certificate of Completion or Diploma; an associate degree in Dental Assisting is preferred but not required
  • Certification:
    • CDA and/or RDA and
    • DANB RHS and
    • Xray Certification
  • At least three years of experience as a Dental Assistant in a clinical setting, chairside, providing 4-handed and/or 6-handed dentistry
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
  • Highly organized, motivated, and results-driven 
  • Prior higher education/postsecondary teaching experience preferred 

   

Key Skills
Dental AssistingClinical InstructionAcademic Advising4-Handed Dentistry6-Handed DentistryCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizationCurriculum Delivery
Categories
EducationHealthcare
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The instructor will teach Dental Assisting courses and provide academic advising to students. They are also expected to participate in department training, meetings, and graduation ceremonies.
📋Job Type
part time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
1117
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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