Instructor, School of Continuing Education - Dental Office Receptionist Program
About the role
Job Summary
Continuing Education instructors are experienced, practicing professionals in their subject areas. They teach previously developed and/or assist in the development of course materials to meet learning outcomes, and they incorporate their expertise, real-life examples, and effective teaching strategies into the course and materials. CE instructors document their students’ attendance, participation, and progress; grade assignments and assessments; and create a student-centred learning environment that encourages student involvement and participation. They are experienced with supporting computer-based, synchronous and asynchronous courses, using various technologies and learning management systems.
The Continuing Education department invites applicants to apply to join a pool of instructors qualified to teach in the following programs:
Dental Office Receptionist Certificate Program
(Applicant must be available and willing to teach through Fall 2026-2027, as of September 1st, 2026.)
The program is comprised of the courses below:
- DOR 01-Introduction to Administrative Dentistry
- DOR 02-Office Communications
- DOR 03- Introduction to Clinical Dentistry
- DOR 04- Dental Treatment Coordination
- DOR 05- Dental Office Accounting
- DOR 06- Career Planning
- DOR 07- Dental Office Receptionist Practicum
Please see detailed requirements below.
Qualifications
Required qualifications
- Recognized Dental Office Receptionist certificate or a related field, from a recognized post secondary institution.
- Minimum 3–5 years of recent experience working in a dental office, preferably in a receptionist or administrative role.
- Demonstrated proficiency with dental practice management software (e.g., scheduling, billing, and patient records systems) PowerPractice preferred.
- Experience working in a service role that includes communicating and cooperating with diverse populations.
- Experience with insurance billing, patient communication, and front-desk operations
- Advanced digital technology skills.
- Proficient in using Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook and Teams.
Preferred qualifications
- Instructor training and certification (e.g., Provincial Instructor Diploma, Train the Trainer certification, recognized teaching credential, or other educational programs for teaching adults).
- Experience teaching or mentoring adult learners in a clinical setting preferred.
- Advanced digital technology skills; experience with online instruction using Learning Management System (LMS) platforms such as Moodle or Brightspace.
- Commitment to supporting Indigenization and decolonization in post-secondary education, with a willingness to reflect these values in teaching practice.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter by the posting deadline.
About UFV
The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.
UFV has four campus locations within the beautiful Fraser Valley in British Columbia. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community, and shape the future of 15,000 students.
Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to careers@ufv.ca. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.
UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.
Not the right fit? Search for Instructor, School of Continuing Education jobs in Abbotsford, BC
About University of the Fraser Valley
Nestled in the beautiful Fraser Valley just east of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is a fully accredited, public university offering 100 programs spanning master's and bachelor's degrees, diplomas, certificates, apprenticeship and trades training, and continuing studies. UFV serves 15,000 students at locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Hope and Agassiz, British Columbia, as well as Chandigarh, India. Consistently ranking among the top in universities in the country in the Globe and Mail's Canadian University Report, UFV is renowned for its criminiology and criminal justice programs, BBA in aviation, kinesiology, fashion design program, and state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Centre.
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Instructor, School of Continuing Education - Dental Office Receptionist Program
About the role
Job Summary
Continuing Education instructors are experienced, practicing professionals in their subject areas. They teach previously developed and/or assist in the development of course materials to meet learning outcomes, and they incorporate their expertise, real-life examples, and effective teaching strategies into the course and materials. CE instructors document their students’ attendance, participation, and progress; grade assignments and assessments; and create a student-centred learning environment that encourages student involvement and participation. They are experienced with supporting computer-based, synchronous and asynchronous courses, using various technologies and learning management systems.
The Continuing Education department invites applicants to apply to join a pool of instructors qualified to teach in the following programs:
Dental Office Receptionist Certificate Program
(Applicant must be available and willing to teach through Fall 2026-2027, as of September 1st, 2026.)
The program is comprised of the courses below:
- DOR 01-Introduction to Administrative Dentistry
- DOR 02-Office Communications
- DOR 03- Introduction to Clinical Dentistry
- DOR 04- Dental Treatment Coordination
- DOR 05- Dental Office Accounting
- DOR 06- Career Planning
- DOR 07- Dental Office Receptionist Practicum
Please see detailed requirements below.
Qualifications
Required qualifications
- Recognized Dental Office Receptionist certificate or a related field, from a recognized post secondary institution.
- Minimum 3–5 years of recent experience working in a dental office, preferably in a receptionist or administrative role.
- Demonstrated proficiency with dental practice management software (e.g., scheduling, billing, and patient records systems) PowerPractice preferred.
- Experience working in a service role that includes communicating and cooperating with diverse populations.
- Experience with insurance billing, patient communication, and front-desk operations
- Advanced digital technology skills.
- Proficient in using Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook and Teams.
Preferred qualifications
- Instructor training and certification (e.g., Provincial Instructor Diploma, Train the Trainer certification, recognized teaching credential, or other educational programs for teaching adults).
- Experience teaching or mentoring adult learners in a clinical setting preferred.
- Advanced digital technology skills; experience with online instruction using Learning Management System (LMS) platforms such as Moodle or Brightspace.
- Commitment to supporting Indigenization and decolonization in post-secondary education, with a willingness to reflect these values in teaching practice.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter by the posting deadline.
About UFV
The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.
UFV has four campus locations within the beautiful Fraser Valley in British Columbia. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community, and shape the future of 15,000 students.
Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to careers@ufv.ca. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.
UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.
Not the right fit? Search for Instructor, School of Continuing Education jobs in Abbotsford, BC
About University of the Fraser Valley
Nestled in the beautiful Fraser Valley just east of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is a fully accredited, public university offering 100 programs spanning master's and bachelor's degrees, diplomas, certificates, apprenticeship and trades training, and continuing studies. UFV serves 15,000 students at locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Hope and Agassiz, British Columbia, as well as Chandigarh, India. Consistently ranking among the top in universities in the country in the Globe and Mail's Canadian University Report, UFV is renowned for its criminiology and criminal justice programs, BBA in aviation, kinesiology, fashion design program, and state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Centre.