Major Responsibilities:

Instruction

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and following College loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes. 
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes. 
• Ensure the classroom and instructional laboratory environment are conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and College safety standards and practices.
• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.
• Use Learning Management System (e.g. Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.
• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.

Enrollment Management, Student Retention, and Student Success

• Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to programmatic students in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate College resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.
• Coordinate with Chair and Dean to support recruitment, retention, and student success.

Professional Development

• Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
• Ensure completion of professional development required to maintain professional licensure.
• Meet all professional development requirements of program accreditor.
• Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to professional area of instruction.

Community Relations and Business Outreach

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the College to advance the College’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for program, school, or campus.
• Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance College relationships within service area as appropriate in the program or school.

Institutional Support

• Provide institutional support as expected by College administration that may include curriculum development, classroom management, accreditation efforts, committee and task force assignments, attendance at commencement or other activities that are college-wide or specific to the campus, program, or school.
• Support and engage with CareerLink and Development (Ivy Tech Foundation). 
• Participate in school, campus, and College meetings.
• Participate in alumni activities.
• Adhere to College and campus academic policies.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, and
• Is a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or licensed dentist (DDS), and
• Has two years of directly related work experience.

This is a 9-month faculty position with teaching responsibilities fall and spring semester.

Application Requirements: To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit unofficial transcripts, resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

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Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.