- Location
- Clifton (CLF)
- Department
- AI Faculty
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Source
- Greenhouse
Description
American Institute, founded in 1924 as the Hartford Secretarial School, provides hands-on training for careers in the world of business, legal, allied healthcare, diagnostic medical sonography, and information technology. Recognizing our single, well-defined teaching mission: reflecting job market demands with flexibility in identifying and incorporating new programs to give our graduates an edge in today’s competitive job market.
As an Adjunct team member, you will have access to the following benefits:
- 401k (eligible upon completion of 90 days of employment and must be at least 18 years of age)
Position Description
Title: Dental Assistant Instructor
Department: Education
Type: Non-exempt
Reports to: Program Director/Director of Education
Summary: A Dental Assistant Instructor or Faculty member cultivates the school’s mission and objectives through student instruction, guidance, and review in order to ensure the successful academic program and personal development of each student.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Program/Course
- Responsible for comprehensive course instruction within specified program
- Responsible for providing Program Director/Director of Education with active input in course development (i.e., course descriptions, syllabus creation, textbook material, or equipment review).
- Responsible for the creation and revision of daily lesson
- Responsible for continued professional growth by attending in-service training and/or continuing education seminars and to attend faculty meetings.
- Responsible for accurate record keeping of student attendance and academic
- Student Development
- Responsible for creating a classroom environment which fosters students’ academic growth and guides their professional development.
- Responsible for keeping DOE apprised of student progress (i.e., academic and attendance), especially in terms of performance trends detrimental to the development of a firm educational foundation (academic advisement and early warning forms).
- Responsible for providing extra help to those students experiencing difficulty in the mastery of course work.
- Responsible for advising students who have minor problems which may be thwarting educational Responsible for referring students whom have major problems to the Program Director/Director of Education.
- Correct and return quizzes, tests and lab assignments within 48 hours to
- Utilize instructional and audiovisual aids, and all available resources in the online
- Responsible to demonstrate utilization of community resources through arranging guest speakers, field trips and class participation in community service events.
- Report damaged, broken, or malfunction equipment immediately to the Program Director/Director of Education.
- Required to turn in grades within 48 hours of the end of term
- Perform other duties as required by the Program Director/Director of Education.
- Although you will be provided with most teaching materials, you may be required and are expected if necessary to enhance the curriculum. This can include devising assignments, worksheets, notes, tests and answer keys, and activities.
Anticipated starting salary is based on experience and qualifications.
OUR CORE VALUES
Caring
We believe every student has the potential to be successful in a rewarding career, with the right support. We partner with you from your first day of classes through your search for a job after graduation.
Respect
We view everyone who enters American Institute as a productive adult who deserves respect and the opportunity to excel. Our staff and instructors are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and realize your potential.
Service
American Institute is committed to the professional and academic success of each student by actively seeking opportunities to provide service both within the campus as well as within the surrounding community.
Integrity
We look forward, not backward. No matter where you come from or what obstacles you’ve faced in the past, we believe your future is yours to create.
Accountability
When you commit to us, we commit to you. When you walk into American Institute, we focus on helping you continue to move forward, so you can create the life you want to live.
Innovation
We know that the sooner you have the knowledge and skills you need to begin your career, the sooner you can become successful. American Institute offers focused, practical training that gets you out of the classroom and on your way faster than you thought possible.
