Position Summary:
The Dental Assistant Adjunct is responsible for providing instructional support through constructive, focused feedback to ensure students meet the established learning objectives. The primary function of the Adjunct will be responsible for answering emails for students and assisting with program related questions through distance education technologies.
Essential Job Functions:
- Objectively and accurately evaluate subjective exams against established grading keys and rubrics by providing effective, and constructive feedback to students that helps them see what needs improvement, as well as what was done well
- Answer student questions via email
- Respond to internal emails within 24 hours during the week and within 48 hours on the weekend
- Participate in accreditation as needed
- Participate in special grading projects as needed
- Answer student questions via phone (through scheduled appointments only)
- Participate in all policies required by Penn Foster including but not limited to Professional Development
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Required to complete a dental assistant training program, associates degree preferred
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the Dental Assistant field
- Must be certified as a RDA or CDA
- Previous teaching experience preferred. Online teaching a plus
- Excellent computer skills along with the ability to troubleshoot minor technical issues
- Must have access to high-speed internet and use personal PC/MAC
Equal Employment Opportunity:
At Penn Foster we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that embraces and celebrates diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
About Us:
At Penn Foster, we are dedicated to helping over 300,000 students each year achieve their goals through affordable, accessible, career-focused learning. Our mission has remained the same since 1890: to enhance the lives of our students and clients through the acquisition of skills and credentials that can help them work toward their career and life goals. Together with our extensive partner network of leading employers, community-based organizations, and academic institutions, we close skills gaps and are building a workforce that’s prepared for the future job market. We aim to help businesses thrive by mobilizing their individual workers and energizing communities with opportunities for growth and progress. We are proud to play a role in the success of over 80% percent of our graduates that see improvement within their careers, as they inspire us to keep finding new ways to further our reach and broaden horizons. Join the movement and start working toward a better future today.
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