Lincoln Memorial University
Dental Hygiene Program Director
Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, Tennessee, United States, 37752
Overview Under minimal supervision, oversees Dental Hygiene Program includes clinical and didactic portions, accreditation, budget, and administrative needs of program and college.
Apply below after reading through all the details and supporting information regarding this job opportunity. Required Qualifications
Masters or higher degree or current enrollment in Masters or higher degree program with a minimum 50% program completion at the time of hire from a regionally accredited institution. Dental Hygiene Licensure in the State of Tennessee – a graduate of a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned Preferred Qualifications
The equivalent of three years full-time experience in dental hygiene Minimum of two years experience as an instructor in a CODA -accredited program Experience with CODA Accreditation Knowledge of Blackboard online format Physical Demands Campus Campus LMU Tower Job Duties
Dental Hygiene Program development for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS ) and the Commission on Dental Accreditation ( CODA ) Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited dental hygiene courses following Lincoln Memorial University and CODA standards Develops program curriculum, syllabi, goals, and objectives; evaluates students progress in attaining goals and objectives Establishes, measures, and evaluates program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success. Correlation of clinical education with didactic education using approved curriculum format Periodic revision of course materials and manuals concurrent with Lincoln Memorial University standards and CODA standards. Maintains Commission on Dental Accreditation; knowledge of accreditation policies and procedures Maintains assurance of effective program operations Manages ongoing program assessment Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares/plans budget requests Attends professional development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences Teaches dental hygiene courses in a classroom/lab/field environment that closely simulates the industry s environment while maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Evaluation and advisement of students in a didactic/clinical setting Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss students instructional programs and other issues Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the discipline area Assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts Requires strong computer skills, communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population Position may require committee and project assignments, other duties as assigned, and day/evening/distance learning classes and activities Performs other duties as assigned. Posting Number: S04747P Job Open Date: 09/08/2025 Job Close Date: 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions Summary About the Institution Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or
humanresources@lmunet.edu . AA/EEO Statement Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities. The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Apply below after reading through all the details and supporting information regarding this job opportunity. Required Qualifications
Masters or higher degree or current enrollment in Masters or higher degree program with a minimum 50% program completion at the time of hire from a regionally accredited institution. Dental Hygiene Licensure in the State of Tennessee – a graduate of a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned Preferred Qualifications
The equivalent of three years full-time experience in dental hygiene Minimum of two years experience as an instructor in a CODA -accredited program Experience with CODA Accreditation Knowledge of Blackboard online format Physical Demands Campus Campus LMU Tower Job Duties
Dental Hygiene Program development for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS ) and the Commission on Dental Accreditation ( CODA ) Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited dental hygiene courses following Lincoln Memorial University and CODA standards Develops program curriculum, syllabi, goals, and objectives; evaluates students progress in attaining goals and objectives Establishes, measures, and evaluates program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success. Correlation of clinical education with didactic education using approved curriculum format Periodic revision of course materials and manuals concurrent with Lincoln Memorial University standards and CODA standards. Maintains Commission on Dental Accreditation; knowledge of accreditation policies and procedures Maintains assurance of effective program operations Manages ongoing program assessment Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares/plans budget requests Attends professional development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences Teaches dental hygiene courses in a classroom/lab/field environment that closely simulates the industry s environment while maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Evaluation and advisement of students in a didactic/clinical setting Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss students instructional programs and other issues Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the discipline area Assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts Requires strong computer skills, communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population Position may require committee and project assignments, other duties as assigned, and day/evening/distance learning classes and activities Performs other duties as assigned. Posting Number: S04747P Job Open Date: 09/08/2025 Job Close Date: 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions Summary About the Institution Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or
humanresources@lmunet.edu . AA/EEO Statement Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities. The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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