Adjunct Instructor, Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA), UC Blue Ash College

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About UC Blue Ash

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College Allied Health Department invites applications for our Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) adjunct faculty general pool of candidates from which part time faculty will be selected for the upcoming term (as needed).

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio. The college is in Blue Ash, Ohio fifteen miles north of the uptown campus, on 135 acres in a park-like setting. We offer primarily associate degrees in career and transition programs, as well as general education courses and technical baccalaureate degrees to approximately 5,100 students. We value excellent teaching and personalized student support to help students achieve their goals, whether the goal is to enter a career or to continue education. The college is a recipient of the Cincinnati Business Courier 2021 Best Places to Work award.

Job Overview

EFDA part-time Faculty responsibilities include: Assisting in the team teaching of preclinical instruction for the EFDA Program. Classes will meet weekly on Friday afternoons during fall and spring semesters. Teaching is assigned on an as-needed, semester-by-semester basis.

Essential Functions

I. Primary Functions

• Evaluation and grading of student's work on typodonts in a lab setting
• Evaluate learning and provide feedback for skill development
• Evaluation and grading of students' work
• Solicit questions to reinforce student's clinical critical thinking skills
• Effective in communicating with staff and students
• Model exemplary professional skills and behavior

II. Secondary Functions

• Assist in administration of handouts and other educational materials
• Assist in monitoring supply inventory
• Assist in monitoring student's progress
• Assist in management of difficult learners and dysfunctional behavior
• Assist in observing students to identify learning needs
• Assist in fostering development of a competent clinician
• Assist in lab preparation
• Attend staff meetings for curriculum revisions, student issues, problems, and decision making

Required Education

• Minimum of an Associate degree or higher

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Must be a Registered EFDA in Ohio as verified in OSDB eLicense portal OR as licensed DDS/ DMD

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Prior teaching experience

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 10-14% of your salary.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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Adjunct Instructor, Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA), UC Blue Ash College

Date: Aug 4, 2025

Location:
Cincinnati, OH, US

Facility: Blue Ash Campus

Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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