Job Description

SUMMARY

The Instructor/Program Director for the Dental Hygiene program is responsible for teaching courses at all levels within the Dental Hygiene program. This position involves providing guidance to students on academic matters, curriculum development, classroom and laboratory management, program accreditation, and other related duties. The Instructor is expected to maintain a high standard of teaching, contribute to program development, and actively engage with students and industry partners.


This position reports to the Dean, School of Health.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Curriculum Development and Program Accreditation:

• Obtain and maintain Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)

• Develop, update, revise and maintain program curriculum and instructional materials

• Ensure curriculum remains relevant, of high quality and meets accreditation requirements

Teaching and Instruction:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging instruction

• Teach in diverse settings (classrooms, laboratories, clinical sites, outdoor locations, and online platforms)

• Foster a clean, organized, and safe learning environment

• Accommodate day and evening classes

Recruitment, Retention, and Job Placement:

• Recruit students and foster their persistence through program completion and job placement.

• Represent the College and program at events, engaging and networking with prospective employers.

Budget Management:

• Contribute to program budgeting, including managing program-specific funds.

• Recommend equipment purchases, software upgrades, and inventory maintenance.

Assessment and Documentation:

• Assess, document, and enhance student learning by evaluating attainment of learning outcomes and maintaining related records.

Advisory Committee Involvement:

• Assist with recruiting and retaining advisory committee members.

• Collaborate with advisory committees to develop, validate, and update program content and outcomes.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with internal and external partners, including co-workers, employers, area high schools, and professional organizations.

• Actively participate in program planning, department/division planning, professional development opportunities, and regional/state/national meetings and activities.

• Stay current with professional/technical knowledge and skills in the field and instructional technology/delivery methods.

• Regularly review and optimize processes to eliminate redundancy and enhance overall efficiency.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THE POSITION

Required

• Must be a graduate of a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)-accredited Dental Hygiene program or a CODA-accredited DDS/DMD program.

• Must hold a Master’s degree, or higher.

• Background experience in education and professional experience necessary to understand and fulfill the program goals.

• Minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level is preferred.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

DIVISION/LOCATION: School of Health/ Racine

COMP GRADE: K

FLSA DESIGNATION: Exempt

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
• Engage in district-wide travel to support students and foster collaboration with Gateway faculty and staff.
• Employment is contingent upon an acceptable background
• Flexibility is needed to accommodate day, evening and weekend student & business needs

Guide

Not Applicable

Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally

Occupation required this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

Frequently

Occupation required this activity from 33% - 66%% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

Continuously

Occupation required this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands

Frequency

Lift/Carry

Frequency

Sitting

Continuously

0 - 10 lbs

Occasionally

Standing

Occasionally

11 - 20 lbs

Occasionally

Walking

Not Applicable

21 - 50 lbs

Not Applicable

Reaching Overhead

Not Applicable

51 - 100 lbs

Not Applicable

Reaching at or Below Shoulder Level

Not Applicable

Over 100 lbs

Not Applicable

Keyboarding

Continuously

Stooping

Not Applicable

Push / Pull

Yes / No

Crouching

Not Applicable

12 lbs or less

Occasionally

Kneeling

Not Applicable

13 - 25 lbs

Not Applicable

Crawling

Not Applicable

26 - 40 lbs

Not Applicable

Climbing Ramps or Stairs

Not Applicable

41 - 100 lbs

Not Applicable

Climbing Ladders, Ropes or Scaffolding

Not Applicable

Over 100 lbs

Not Applicable

Driving

Not Applicable

Traveling - overnight stay(s)

Occasionally

Hearing Requirement

Yes / No

Communicating Verbally

Frequently

One-on-one (in person)

Yes

Far Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20' or more

Not Applicable

Group or conference (in person)

Yes

Near Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20" or less

Continuously

Telephone

Yes

Other Sounds

Yes

Working Conditions

Frequency

Noise Intensity Level

Frequency

Humidity: non-weather related

Not Applicable

Quiet

Occasionally

Extreme Cold: non-weather related

Not Applicable

Moderate

Frequently

Extreme Hot: non-weather related

Not Applicable

Loud

Occasionally

Working Outdoors

Not Applicable

Very Loud

Not Applicable

Wetness: contact with water or other liquids

Not Applicable

Working Conditions

Frequency

Working Conditions

Frequency

Working in Close Proximity to Others

Occasionally

Working interruptions

Frequently

Open Work Space

Continuously

Stressful situations

Occasionally

Working in a confined space

Continuously

Exposure to offensive odors

Not Applicable

Exposure to a computer screen

Continuously

Required uniform supplied by department

Not Applicable

Gateway will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.

Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact the Office for Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights at compliance@gtc.edu or 262-564-3062. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.



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