Veterinary Assistant Instructor| Full-Time

Instruct and implement the Veterinary Assistant program to educate students in accordance with the curriculum standards and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials of modules.

• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based upon student need and established curriculum.

• Monitor the attendance of students in the program and coordinate with Associate Director when absences occur two days in a row.

• Maintain student attendance records in accordance with established policies. Prepare attendance reports weekly for the office management department.

• Review student success rates and implement plan to reduce student withdrawals. Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program. Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.

• Evaluate the performance of students regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.

• Maintain student grades in accordance with established policies. Prepare final grades at the end of each module to update student records and transcripts.

• Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and visits to clinics and medical offices.

• Prepare lectures and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.

• Assist and advise student with Veterinary Assistant program curriculum.

• May assist with the inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.

• May assist and coordinate externships for Veterinary Assistant students.

• Monitor students in the classroom. Assist students and ensure safety precautions are adhered to.

• May participate in community service projects.

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree from an AVMA CVTEA accredited program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

• Three (3) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience within the veterinary field.

• Licensed doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) or a credentialed veterinary technician (CVT).

• Must hold a current license, certification, or other designation as required by local, state, and federal laws to work in the veterinary field.

• Verbal and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer skills.