Job Details

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time
Salary: $77.02 – $90.50 per hour
Posted: 10/15/2025
Category: Dental Hygienists and Assistants
Military Friendly
Priority Application Date: October 24, 2025 (Open until filled)
Anticipated Start Date: January 20, 2026

About the Role

Shape the future of dental hygiene leadership by joining Taft College as an Adjunct Faculty member in the Dental Hygiene Baccalaureate Program (DNTL 4080). We are seeking experienced and motivated educators with proven instructional abilities to join our exceptional team of faculty and staff, dedicated to providing high-quality academic experiences for students.

This adjunct pool position is designed to identify potential instructors for temporary, part-time, or on-call assignments as needed. The course for the Spring 2026 semester focuses on Healthcare Management (3 Units) and is offered asynchronously online.

Course Overview

DNTL 4080: Capstone Course – Healthcare Management

This course provides dental hygienists with the foundational knowledge and resources required to become effective leaders and managers in the dental healthcare field. Students will explore leadership theories, management principles, and strategies for resource allocation within healthcare organizations. Emphasis is placed on developing a capstone project proposal and implementation plan, including defining project goals, assessment tools, objectives, and activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following academic criteria:

• Master’s degree in Dental Technology or a closely related discipline; OR

• Master’s degree in Business, Business Management, Business Administration, Accountancy, Finance, Marketing, or Business Education; OR

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the above and a Master’s degree in Economics, Personnel Management, Public Administration, or Law (J.D. or LL.B.); OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics with a business emphasis and a Master’s degree in Personnel Management, Public Administration, or Law (J.D. or LL.B.); OR

• Equivalent qualifications (an Equivalency Request Form may be submitted with the application).

In addition, applicants must demonstrate:

• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Desired Qualifications

• Professional experience in healthcare management or leadership roles within healthcare organizations.

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $77.02 – $90.50 per hour (based on education and experience)

Required Application Materials

Applicants must submit the following documents:

1. Letter of Introduction describing how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications.

2. Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).

3. Complete Academic Transcripts of all college/university coursework (unofficial transcripts accepted).

4. Three (3) Professional References with current contact information.

Foreign Transcripts:
Transcripts issued outside the U.S. must include a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service, verifying equivalency to an accredited U.S. institution.
For additional details, visit: California Commission on Teacher Credentialing – Leaflet CL635

Equal Employment Opportunity

The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination. Veterans, women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.