DENTURIST INSTRUCTOR - Adjunct Pool

Salary: $54.77 Hourly
Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Adjunct
Job Number: 24-040
Department: Instruction Downtown
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
Closing Date: Continuous

SUMMARY
BATES TECHNICAL COLLEGEmaintains a vacancy pool of qualified faculty interested in temporary teaching positions. Adjunct (part-time) faculty are responsible for preparing and providing instruction for students in the classroom. This part-time position may become available at any time and is typically filled on a quarterly basis.

BATES TECHNICAL COLLEGE Denturist Instructors are responsible for providing hands-on, competency-based training to students in a manner that prepares successful program graduates for a variety of entry-level or self-employment opportunities in the denturist profession.

Salary reflects July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 academic year
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & OTHER DUTIES

• Use effective competency-based teaching techniques, instructional materials, and appropriate media support to conduct classroom lecture, course work and laboratory projects to prepare students with the practical skills essential for entry-level employment.
• Classroom management to maintain suitable learning environment by responding appropriately to student problems and provide assistance in solving them in accordance with college procedures.
• Provide individualized teaching
• Clear communication with students, colleagues & supervisor
• Student Advising/Retention/Assessment which includes mentoring, encouraging, counseling and guidance for students toward the completion of program requirements i.e., course assignments, interpersonal relationships, career goals and responsible work habits.
• Facilitate a process for on-going student input within program and college
• Coordination with other instructors, support services staff and advisory committee members to ensure a cohesive learning environment dedicated to providing industry with qualified entry-level employees.
• Clinic oversight- scheduling and safe patient care
• Develop and/or maintain industry-based program accreditation, and ensure students are prepared for and have the opportunity to obtain relevant industry credentials and certifications.
• Deliver classroom management to maintain suitable learning environment by responding appropriately to student conduct/problems and provide assistance in solving them in accordance with college procedures.

Non-Essential/Other Functions

• Actively contribute to and participate in college-wide activities in support of regional accreditation and state and federal requirements.
• Support College student achievement practices to ensure student retention, completion, and progression.
• Additional activities, duties and responsibilities may be added with or without notice to meet college needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Technical skills (i.e. proficiency of all denturist skills)
• HIPPA & Blood-borne Pathogens training
• Interpersonal skills (i.e. effective team member/leader, calm demeanor under pressure, effective use of de-escalation techniques, works well with diverse group of people)
• Effective Customer service as demonstrated by professional, caring interactions with students, college personnel and the public.
• Safety (i.e. hazardous waste, equipment use, clinic safety)
• A demonstrated understanding and value of the contributions that a diverse workforce can make to the success of the organization and the students we serve
• Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times
• Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with diverse internal and external audiences through college approved communication; must be able to communicate effectively with people at all levels under stressful conditions.
• Model professional decorum, discretion and mutual respect within and outside of the college.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance on the job to best support business needs of the department and college.
• Consistently maintain confidentiality and sensitivity with internal and external audiences.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, and community and technical college system; stay abreast of trends and regulations to ensure effectiveness and compliance.
• A demonstrable understanding of the mission, values, goals and objectives of Bates Technical College.
• Ability to communicate, understand instructions and recognize hazardous, unsafe or poisonous materials and/or products.
• Demonstrated understanding and ability to acknowledge and respect individual's values and opinions to foster a harmonious working relationship with colleagues and/or students.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional demeanor while recognizing and acting appropriately in order not to jeopardize the physical and mental stability and safety of colleagues and/or students.

Conditions of Employment

• Once offer of employment is made, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not preclude employment but will be contingent in determining the employee's suitability and competence to continue to perform in the position.
  
• This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by Bates Technical College local union.
  
• Following date of hire, must obtain Professional-Technical Education Certificate within 30 working days.
• Maintain first aid/CPR certification
  
• Valid Washington State Driver's License

Work Environment

• Instruction takes place in an open classroom and lab area with occasional interruptions and noise.
• Work will occur in lab, classroom and clinic settings with regulated temperature.
• There is potential for loud noise on occasion from some of the lab and/or clinic equipment and long periods of standing at patient chairside in the clinic.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications

• Must have been actively employed in the industry a minimum of three (3) years; and
• Must have working experience of all phases of work pertaining to the denturist industry; and
• Must have demonstrated leadership capabilities; and
• Must have current WA denturist license.

Allowable Substitution

If necessary, alternative combinations of education and experience may be evaluated by Human Resources for comparability.

Preferred Qualifications

• An associate degree or higher.
• Experience working with persons of disability and/or learning-disabled persons.
• Prior teaching in vocational atmosphere.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
BATES TECHNICAL COLLEGE reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran in its programs and activities in accordance with college policy, and applicable federal and state statutes and regulations. Bates publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Disability Support Services Office at 253.680.7010. Inquiries regarding Bates' non-discriminatory policies, including Title IX and ADA, should be directed to: For student matters, the Dean of Student Services at 253.680.7105, Downtown Campus A211. For employee matters, the Director of Human Resources at 253.680.7180, Downtown Campus A326.

This recruitment announcement can be changed and/or modified without notice.
Position is part-time or reduced hours, which does not qualify for all benefits. Please contact benefits@batestech.edu to verify benefits for the position you are interested in.
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Why do you want to serve Bates Technical College students and community? Why do you want to serve specifically in this position?
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Have you been actively employed in the industry a minimum of three (3) years; and do you have a working experience of all phases of work pertaining to the denturist industry?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have demonstrated leadership capabilities?

• Yes
• No

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Please briefly describe your leadership experience.
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Do you have a current WA denturist license?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have an associate degree or higher?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have an associate degree or higher?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience teaching in vocational atmosphere?

• Yes
• No

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Please briefly describe any experience you have working with persons of disability and/or learning-disabled persons.If you have no experience, please write "n/a".
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By saying yes below, you are agreeing that you understand that all fields on the application must contain your actual work history and education in order for your application to be fairly screened. You further understand, if those areas are not completed, or you type "see resume," for example, your experience and/or education may not counted toward the minimum qualifications for this position and you may be screened out of the process. Do you understand this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question