Teaching Assistant - Intra Oral Dental Assistant Program (Hamilton Campus)

at  Anderson College of Health Business Technology

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Anderson College is one of Canada’s oldest colleges, having opened our first location in 1885. We have trained more than 100,000 students over a 137-year history and have been an empowering partner for students overcoming career challenges and transitioning to the next phase of their lives.
With ten locations in Ontario, we are recognized for our high-caliber faculty, hands-on, real-life career training, and supportive culture. At Anderson College, we are more than our century-old history, our programs, and state-of-the-art facilities; we are a team of caring individuals, deeply committed to helping our students become skillful, confident, and in-demand employees.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Working closely with the Program Coordinator, the Teaching Assistant assist in teaching the discipline areas in which they have specific training and competence. As such, the Teaching Assistant is expected to plan, organize, and teach in a manner that aligns with the values of Anderson College. The instructor will be leading the classes at the Hamilton Campus.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of Dental Assistant program from a registered college
• At least 4 years of related chairside experience or 1 year minimum Intra-Oral chairside experience
• ODAA Provincial certified level II must be maintained annually
• Must possess a Level 2 certification from NDAEB
• Must be HARP Certified
• Must have IPAC training
• Two letters of professional recommendation
• Experience teaching in the private or public college industry preferred

KNOWLEDGE

• Familiarity with Private Career Colleges and dealing with adult students will be an asset
• Knowing Private Career Colleges Act will be an asset

SKILLS

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Google Mail, Docs, and Calendar
• Adobe
• Moodle, Brightspace/D2L (training will be provided)
• Aseptic

ABILITIES

• Work with competing priorities and deadlines
• Deliver lectures
• Conduct a professional demeanor at all times
• Communicate with internal staff and external community members
  Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed and encouraged. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
  Anderson College is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the College. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.
  We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with Anderson College. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-02-0

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a competent and dedicated Teaching Assistant for our Intra Oral Dental Assistant Level I & II program at Anderson College’s Hamilton Campus. The ideal candidate will have previous experience teaching adults and be passionate about helping mature students achieve their goals. Please note that this is an in-campus role with a required day shift work schedule (8am to 1pm).