Instructor(s), Dental Hygiene

Duties:

Teach theory and lab/clinical courses in all years of the Dental Hygiene program. Prepare and deliver classes, design and grade student assignments and tests, facilitate student integration of theory and lab/clinic sessions, evaluate student progress, and develop curriculum. Faculty will also participate in program and faculty meetings, and liaise with faculty and staff.

Please note: Candidates with the minimal qualification (Bachelor's degree and 5 years recent, direct clinical/practical experience as a registered dental hygienist) are restricted to seminar/lab instruction for the following courses: DHYG 211, DHYG 221, DHYG 225, DHYG 229, DHYG 311, DHYG 321.

An overview of the program can be found here. 

This position may require travel to a variety of settings on Vancouver Island.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives; and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications:

• Diploma in Dental Hygiene from an appropriately accredited institution. 
• Bachelor's degree and Master's degree in a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution. 
• Current practicing registration/license as a member in good standing with the British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals (Dental Hygiene Practitioner category with certification to administer local anaesthesia), or out-of-province equivalent registration and eligibility for licensure. 
• Minimum five years of recent clinical practice as a registered dental hygienist. 
• Experience teaching adults (theory/lab/clinical/practice) in a post-secondary setting with the ability to meet the needs of a diverse student population. 

A combination of education and teaching experience may be considered.

• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and team skills, leadership ability, excellence in written and oral communication, self-direction, initiative, and creativity.
• Proficiency with the application and integration of information technology in an educational environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing and cultural teachings.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in a related field.
• Provincial Instructor Diploma from an appropriately accredited institution.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (D2L) in an educational setting.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note: 

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students.  In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences.  We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter.  When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity.  Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.