Applicant Pool for Adjunct Supervising Dentist for Dental Hygiene Clinic

Essential Functions

• Teaches assigned topics as scheduled.
• Consider individual differences of students and designs appropriate learning activities.
• Identifies students with academic or other needs and provides appropriate resources.
• Uses technology appropriately and explains expectations to students.
• Maintains accurate records per departmental policies.
• Communicates progress and feedback to students throughout the semester.
• Follows syllabi incorporating departmental, college, cross‑college, and instructor requirements.
• Attends clinic sections punctually per meeting schedule.
• Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure student performance.
• Participates in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson regarding teaching duties and professional development.

Student Engagement and Advisement

Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, faculty interaction, and support for learners.

Uses technology to assist with student communication and encourages a sense of community inside and outside the classroom.

Refers students to campus and community support services.

Culture of Respect

Fosters a safe environment of respect for faculty, staff, students, and community members.

Knowledge

• Clinical and/or online instruction in the discipline.
• Knowledge of current trends in dentistry and ability to provide high-quality instruction.
• Demonstrated knowledge and integration of appropriate teaching practices for different learning styles.
• Demonstrated clinical and assessment skills.

Skills

• Written and oral communication.
• Problem solving.
• Critical thinking.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, Blackboard, Owens email).
• Tactile and fine motor skills.
• Excellent clinical skills (assessment, diagnosis, demonstration, planning, evaluation).
• Teamwork.

Teamwork Abilities

1. Integrate varied methodologies to facilitate learning.
2. Understand needs of community college students.
3. Manage a clinical section, including organizing and presenting material, demonstrating skills and activities, and monitoring student behavior and performance.
4. Follow instructions and meet deadlines.
5. Recognize students' strengths and weaknesses and provide feedback to facilitate learning.
6. Evaluate student work fairly using department guidelines.
7. Master communication skills with students and patients.

Other Characteristics

• Embodiment of Owens Core Values: Service, Learning, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence.
• Enthusiasm for teaching.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Patience and flexibility.
• Face-to-face clinical skills evaluation.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry, or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from a CODA accredited dental school.
• Active license to practice in Ohio.

Union Position & Employment Details

Job classification: Faculty Duty Days vary semester to semester. Work schedule depends on class schedule. Grant funded position: No. FLSA status: Non‑Exempt. Pay basis: hourly. Retirement system: STRS.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Owens Community College is an affirmative‑action / equal‑opportunity educator and employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), individuals with a disability who wish to request an accommodation may contact the college.