Working Title:
Dental Hygiene Instructor UFT (Field #500089)
Institution:
St. Cloud Technical and Community College
Tech College Faculty
Bargaining Unit / Union:
210: Minnesota State College Faculty
City:
St. Cloud
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$44,359.00 - $101,620.00
Job Description
This position represents SCTCC’s commitment to serving its community by partnering and investing in students as they attain the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to serve the Saint Cloud community. Qualified candidates will demonstrate commitment to creating a culturally responsive curriculum and environments where students from our diverse community will thrive.
- Teach a wide range of dental hygiene courses across the curriculum.
- Facilitate student learning through mentoring and engaging with students in both lab and clinical settings individualizing learning strategies in support of our students.
- Collaborate with colleagues and students, cultivating an inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive learning environment.
- Design, revise, and maintain a current dental hygiene curriculum that meets state and national industry standards.
- Ensures the course content and teaching resources are inclusive and designed to encompass students enrolled in our Dental Hygiene program eliminating barriers and creating a culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Participate in budget planning and fiscal management of department.
- Engage in college committees and activities
- Provide holistic support designed to foster student success and the development of students’ engagement in lifelong learning.
- Support continuous improvement efforts utilizing assessment data to bolster accreditation efforts. Including learning and assessment to improve student learning and close equity gaps and institutional performance gaps.
Required Application Materials
Initial Salary Placement Range : $44,359 - $74,050 Annually (Based upon qualifications, view 2025-2027 MSCF Contract for additional information)
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirement
- Bachelor degree and a graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program.
Occupational Experience Requirement
- Three full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a dental hygienist.
Recency Requirement
- One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.
Professional Requirement
- Current Dental Hygienist License from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry.
Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement
- course construction (credit course)*
- teaching/instructional methods (credit course)*
- student outcomes assessment/evaluation (credit course)*
- philosophy of community and technical college education (credit or non-credit course)**
- Faculty shall have a degree in education or three years of successful full-time (or equivalent) teaching experience prior to being hired, or shall be required to complete coursework in the above content areas (or their equivalent) prior to being granted unlimited status.
- These courses shall be waived for individuals who at the time of hire have: a degree in education, or have documented evidence of successful completion of equivalent coursework in the specified teaching and learning content areas, or have three years of successful, full-time (or equivalent) secondary, postsecondary, industry, or trade apprenticeship teaching experience in the field for which they are being hired. (Procedure 3.32.1 College Faculty Credentialing, Part 5, Subpart B.2)
- ** This course shall be waived for individuals who, at the time of hire, have documented evidence of successful completion of equivalent coursework. (Procedure 3.32.1 College Faculty Credentialing, Part 5, Subpart B.3)
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior teaching or instructional experience in a dental hygiene or dental assisting program (didactic, clinical, or laboratory settings)
- Experience with curriculum development, student assessment, and accreditation standards (e.g., CODA)
- Proficiency in modern educational technologies, learning management systems (LMS), and simulation tools
- Demonstrated ability to integrate evidence-based practice into instruction
- Strong mentoring skills with a commitment to supporting diverse student populations
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Certification in local anesthesia, nitrous oxide, or other expanded functions (as applicable)
- Active membership in professional organizations such as the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA)
- Experience participating in program evaluation, accreditation preparation, or continuous quality improvement initiatives
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education
- Bilingual/multilingual in Spanish, Somali, French, Hmong, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities
- Ability to apply equity-minded practices to support the academic success and engagement of students from diverse backgrounds and with varied abilities and interests.
Other Requirements
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Minnesota State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
A job offer may be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
- Criminal Background Check
- Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only)
- Employment Reference Check
- Conflict of Interest Review
Employment eligibility: The college regrets that is in unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):
This teaching position could possibly teach a variety of modalities, primary method is in-person on campus. The SCTCC course schedule determines the days of the week and specific class times.
Telework (Yes/No)
No
About
St. Cloud Technical & Community College’s (SCTCC) Mission and Student Experience Statement, along with Minnesota State’s Equity 2030 initiative, are the bedrock of SCTCC’s strategic initiative to eliminate educational inequities across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and geographic location. It is our belief that an antiracist and antidiscrimination ethos is necessary for advancing social justice and equity. Every individual has intrinsic value and our difference enrich our community.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.
Desired Start Date:
08-19-2026
Position End Date:
Open Date:
06-22-2026
Close Date:
07-13-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Christine H Blommer
Posting Contact Email:
[email protected]