Dental Hygienist School Instructor (Professional Training School)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Other School Teachers
Summary
Serves as an education specialist training dental hygienists at professional training schools, delivering lectures, practical training guidance, curriculum creation, and student evaluation and support.
Description
Dental hygienist school instructors are affiliated with professional training schools offering dental hygienist training programs, handling classroom lectures on subjects such as dental hygiene, oral anatomy, and preventive dentistry, as well as guidance and management of clinical practice. They monitor individual student learning progress to formulate educational plans, create and revise curricula, and develop teaching materials. They prepare and administer regular exams and practical assessments, provide feedback to students to support academic improvement, and coordinate with dental clinics and related medical institutions for training placements. Additionally, while adhering to legal regulations like the School Education Act and Dental Hygienists Act, they update instructional content with the latest medical technologies and educational methods, and handle career education and employment guidance.
Future Outlook
Amid the progressing aging society and growing importance of oral care, demand for dental hygienist training will remain stable. The need for dental hygienist school instructors at professional training schools is expected to continue steadily, with skills in ICT and e-learning-based education methods becoming key differentiators in the future.
Personality Traits
Ambitious for self-improvement / Cooperative / Curious and inquisitive / Passionate about education / Patient
Work Style
Day shifts only / Follows school calendar / Full-time / Long-term vacations available / Part-time Non-regular
Career Path
Dental Hygienist → Part-time Instructor → Full-time Instructor → Academic Affairs Chief → Curriculum Development and Education Consultant
Required Skills
Curriculum Design / Dental Hygiene / Practical Training Guidance Skills / Student Evaluation / Teaching Methods
Recommended Skills
Academic Paper Writing / Education Design Using ICT / English Literature Reading / Teaching Materials Creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required to accurately convey specialized knowledge and procedures. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for instructing students and collaborating with medical institutions. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to continuously learn the latest medical knowledge and educational methods. |
| Planning & Organization | For lesson planning and practical training management. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focuses mainly on specialized knowledge instruction, with minimal complex mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Dental Hygienist License
Aliases
- Dental Hygienist Instructor
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