Dental Lab Tech Instructor Rebid

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections, is soliciting bids for a full-time dental laboratory technician instructor at Pennsylvania Correctional Industries, SCI Cambridge Springs (Cambridge Springs, PA), with bids due June 26, 2026.

The position is a one-year contract with four one-year renewal options. The instructor will provide hands-on vocational training to incarcerated individuals in dental laboratory procedures including removable prosthetics, impressions, model fabrication, waxing, casting, finishing, and digital workflows. The role encompasses curriculum development aligned with industry standards (NADL, ADA), quality control of dental appliances, safety and compliance management (OSHA, infection control), and production management to meet Correctional Industries contracts and customer deadlines. Work is performed Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., on-site with no telework permitted.

Minimum qualifications are 3–5 years of dental laboratory technician experience in removable prosthetics with comprehensive knowledge of dental materials, equipment, and fabrication processes, plus demonstrated ability to teach and coach learners with diverse skill levels and strong communication and documentation skills. A Certified Dental Technician (CDT) credential is preferred. Prior adult education or vocational training experience and familiarity with digital dentistry technologies (CAD/CAM, 3D printing, scanning) are also preferred.

Bidders must submit three professional references, a resume detailing dental laboratory technician experience, a signed Worker Protection and Investment Certification form complying with Executive Order 2021-06, and a copy of any CDT certification. Compensation is paid only for actual hours worked at the rate quoted in the bid; overtime and holiday work require prior approval and are compensated at 1.5 times the regular rate. The Department provides workspace, computer, phone, internet, email, and basic office supplies on-site. Bidders will not be reimbursed for supplies purchased during the contract and cannot charge prices higher than those quoted in the bid. Monthly invoices with timesheets must be submitted as PDF files within 10 business days of completed service. The selected bidder must comply with all Department of Corrections policies, security procedures, and background investigation requirements. All bids must be submitted electronically.