Dental Hygiene Instructor/Academic Specialist Director - Tenure Track

Employment Opportunity

Are you interested in creating an amazing educational environment for students who are part of an equity driven community? Faculty at Cabrillo College provide quality programs and services to students that promote their diverse and evolving needs as they progress toward their individual educational goals. Come join us in our vision to improve the world one student at a time!

Starting Salary Range: $63,629 to $97,670 per year, salary placement determined by documented education and experience; maximum initial salary step placement on the faculty salary schedule is step 9. An annual doctoral stipend of $4,018 is granted to eligible faculty.

Excellent benefits, including quality health insurance at a *LOW COST for you and your family! Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, life, short and long term, and vision (optional) insurance provided at a share of cost on a pretax basis, CalSTRS Retirement and an Employee Assistance Program. *Depending on health plan selections, in many cases full-time employee net out-of-pocket for benefit premiums may be as low as $0. Please see the Benefits link on the HR webpage for more information.

Cabrillo’s Commitment to Diversity:
Our ideal candidate will share and participate in Cabrillo's commitment to the values of diversity and equity while serving its ethnically and socioeconomically diverse student population. Cabrillo College is proud to be designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that Cabrillo has to the education and economic well-being of not only the surrounding community but to foster the success of each individual student.

Guided Pathways

Cabrillo is proud to be a part of the California Guided Pathways project helping students achieve their educational goals by providing a clear roadmap to completion.

About the College: Cabrillo College is highly regarded for its success of transfer and career education, and currently serves over 11,400 students each semester. Cabrillo transfers many of its students to three nearby universities – the University of California at Santa Cruz, San Jose State University, and California State University at Monterey Bay. Cabrillo's career education is closely connected to the nearby agricultural and farming industries as well as the Silicon Valley business environment.

About the Community: Santa Cruz County is situated on the northern coast of beautiful Monterey Bay. The county has four predominant regions: the northern coast that includes the urban areas of Santa Cruz, Soquel, Capitola, and Aptos; the mountainous north that separates Santa Cruz County from Silicon Valley, the San Lorenzo River Valley; and the agricultural south county that includes Watsonville and Corralitos on the way to Monterey, Carmel, and Salinas. With more than 29 miles of beaches, over 14 state parks, 2 colleges, over 70 wineries, hundreds of places to dine, a symphony, an NBA G League team, museums, a Shakespeare company and so much more, there’s something for everyone here.

Faculty at Cabrillo College actively participate in curriculum development, program planning, and serve on participatory governance committees. Cabrillo provides an excellent opportunity to learn, collaborate, create, and make a difference in the lives of its diverse student body and community.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY: This full-time, tenure track, academic specialist will enjoy a 185-Day work schedule. The position begins on Monday, August 22, 2022 pending Governing Board ratification. Classes may be in a traditional "in class" setting, online, or hybrid format scheduled over summer and/or winter months, and at various campus locations including days, evenings, and/or weekends.

About the Department:

The Dental Hygiene Program is part of the Health, Athletics, Wellness, and Kinesiology (HAWK) Division. As a teaching institution and program, our mission is to produce clinically competent, ethical, and knowledgeable dental hygienists. Cabrillo’s Dental Hygiene program enjoys a reputation as one of Cabrillo College’s highest quality programs. Hundreds of Cabrillo graduates work in dental offices all around the Monterey Bay. The program and its graduates are highly regarded in the dental community, and the program is affiliated with the University of Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California.

The Dental Hygiene Department is a two-year Associate in Science (A.S.) degree program, with prerequisites in the sciences and general education. Emphasis is placed on concentrated clinical instruction integrated with basic dental hygiene sciences, community dental health, and research.

Want more info?

Visit the Cabrillo College Dental Hygiene Website

Examples of Duties

Duties include but are not limited to:

Assist the Dean of HAWK and the Director of Allied Health with day-to-day oversight of Dental Hygiene Program faculty and classified employees

May participate in grant writing and other revenue generating services, and and/or the implementation of such related to the Dental Hygiene Department

Develop, implement. and monitor the Dental Hygiene Program budget

Collaborate with Dental Hygiene faculty on curriculum issues, clinical policies, teaching-learning techniques, student advising, remediation, and accreditation procedures

Develop and coordinate instructional schedules, services, and staffing for the Dental Hygiene Program and clinical faculty

Provide Dental Hygiene Program career advising In collaboration with the Counseling Division

Direct the purchasing and maintenance needs of the Dental Hygiene Program and clinic faculty

Work with local community, educational institutions, employers, and advisory committees on matters related to the Dental Hygiene Program

Coordinate and assist with recruitment, retention, and tracking of Dental Hygiene Program students, and determine Dental Hygiene Program prerequisites, admission criteria, and procedures as well as student promotion and retention criteria

Develop and implement student orientations and open houses to promote the program

Hire, schedule, and supervise regular staff as well as short-term and student employees for the Dental Hygiene Program and clinic facility

Oversee the Dental Hygiene Postgraduate Studies Department and fund-raising endeavors

Attend local, state and national dental hygiene meetings to stay current with the trends in dental hygiene education, teaching methodology, and technology

Teach assigned classes in dental hygiene as assigned, which may include evening or off-campus assignments

Engage in participatory governance committees, processes, and initiatives such as Guided Pathways

Maintain timely and accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and academic progress

Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours

Cooperate with and participate as required in District investigations and/or student grievance matters of alleged unlawful harassment, discrimination, and retaliation

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff

Complete required District trainings such as Title IX, Mandated Reporter, EEO/Diversity/Elimination of Bias, Workplace Safety, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education from a U.S. Department of Education recognized accredited organization and licensure qualifications:

• Master’s or higher degree AND
• Possess an active, current dental or dental hygiene license issued by the Dental Hygiene Board of California (DHBC) or the Dental Board of California (DBC), AND
• Documentation of two (2) years’ experience teaching in pre- or post-licensure registered dental hygiene or dental programs AND
• Documentation of a minimum of two-thousand (2,000) hours in direct patient care as a registered dental hygienist, or working with a registered dental hygienist OR
• The *equivalent OR
• A lifetime California Community College Instructor Credential in Health and Physical Care Services and Related Technologies

*Equivalency Application Form and Process link

Why would I complete the Equivalency Form when I am already completing an application and have a relevant degree? To determine whether your current education, or exact discipline, and/or experience is "equivalent," you must submit an Equivalency Form to initiate a review by the Equivalency Committee at Cabrillo College and so that your application can move forward and be considered by the search committee.

Please note the Equivalency Committee will consider only those applicants who formally request equivalency consideration by submitting the Completed Equivalency Form with their application by the closing date stated in the job announcement. Be sure to attach detailed evidence such as unofficial transcripts and/or other certifications that support the equivalency.

Still working on completing your degree? Applicants currently working on the required degree(s) for the position are encouraged to apply with the understanding that they must complete the Equivalency Form and attach supporting documentation with their application.

For additional information, please review our Applicant FAQ’s here.

Required Professional Expertise:

Currency and depth of knowledge in the applicable professional field, curriculum development, review and assessment of student learning outcomes

Knowledge and understanding of programs such as Guided Pathways, that address commitment to equity-minded and culturally responsive teaching strategies enhancing student success

Work cooperatively and demonstrate sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of students, administrators, faculty, and staff

Effective oral and written communication skills and effective use of technology

Evidence of professional activities and service beyond primary teaching assignments

Knowledge of teaching strategies and practices that enhance student success

Required Qualifications/Performance Expectations:

Documentation of courses related to teaching assignment in educational methodology to include seminars, calibration workshops, online courses, etc.

Ability to develop and manage program and clinical facility budget

Desired Qualifications/Performance Expectations:

Successful online teaching experience
Additional Information

APPLICATION PROCESS

Completed application

Answer Supplemental Questions

Attach one of the following:

Unofficial transcripts from all colleges attended displaying any degrees conferred (copies, and downloads are acceptable). Foreign transcripts must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency at the applicant’s expense – click here for more information OR

Copy of lifetime California Community College Instructor credential in Health and Physical Care Services and Related Technologies, front and back (if applicable) OR

Equivalency Form – click here Submit this form with supporting materials if you do not possess the minimum qualifications as listed in the job announcement and feel you have the equivalent education and/or experience. Unofficial transcripts must accompany this form. Graduate students currently working on the required degree are encouraged to apply, with the understanding that the degree must be completed and confirmed by July 1, 2022.

Please note: All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above.

Attention Applicants
Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee. Application materials not required (including reference letters) for this position will not be reviewed. Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials. Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas.

Selection ProcedureMeeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A teaching demonstration / presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists will be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email, and by accessing your application profile. Candidates invited in for an interview are slated for March/April 2022.

Conditions of Employment
Selected candidates given a conditional offer of employment are required to submit tuberculosis screening clearance results, official transcripts, proof of eligibility to work in the United States, and present their Social Security card upon hire (for payroll purposes). Please read Cabrillo’s COVID-19 Immunization Protocol here.

EEO Statement
Cabrillo College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status or protected veteran status.

Accommodations
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources at [email protected]