Veterinary Technician - Adjunct Faculty

Description

Bellingham Technical College is seeking an adjunct instructor(s) to teach courses in our Veterinary Technician program beginning September 2024. The teaching schedule will vary based on student and college needs and is expected to include instructional strategies that use in-person, simulation, blended, online, and hands-on techniques.

The Veterinary Technician program prepares students for employment in veterinary hospitals, surgery centers, specialty care providers, zoos, and wildlife facilities. Teaching content may include veterinary surgical nursing, large animal medicine, radiology, microbiology, nutrition, anesthesia, dentistry, or large animal nursing.

BTC is a premier higher education institution working to provide student-centered, high-quality professional technical education throughout Whatcom County and is the only technical college serving northwest Washington State. Bellingham rests in the scenic northwest corner of Washington State where the Cascade Mountains meets the Salish Sea.

Bellingham Technical College is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and staff who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a successful and supportive learning environment for a diverse college student population with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach courses during the times and dates specified by the academic schedule;

• Provide an updated course syllabus for each class, every quarter;

• Ensure that the quality and quantity of instruction provided in the classroom is consistent with the state objectives of the college and industry;

• Provide timely and accurate assessment feedback to students;

• Supervise, and evaluate students' progress;

• Maintain related student records, evaluations, and progress reports;

• Consult with other college faculty and staff on issues relevant to student success and retention;

• Contribute to the implementation of institutional effectiveness and outcome measures related to courses;

• Follow disciplinary procedures as prescribed and deal consistently and fairly with all students;

• Ability and willingness to adapt to changing teaching schedules and situations (on campus, online, hybrid, etc.) as required by program;

• Effectively use computer applications where appropriate, including learning management systems;

• Ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences;

• Demonstrate respect for others;

• Other related duties as assigned and required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Licensed veterinarian or a credentialed veterinary technician who is a graduate of an AVMA or CVMA-accredited program.

• Five or more years of clinical experience in Veterinary Medicine;

• Ability to use the Internet, Work, Excel, Outlook, and other computerized instructional technology required of the program.

Preferred:

• Recent instructional or training experience in veterinary medicine, or other related courses;

• Experience using CANVAS or other online course management technology.

Essential Attributes:

• Strong oral and written communication skills;

• Strong positive interpersonal skills;

• Collaborative work skills, ability to work closely with other instructors;

• Commitment to pluralism and the ability to work effectively in a diverse workplace and educational environment, ability to work with diverse student population;

• Experience in facilitating the success of individuals representing a broad range of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and ability backgrounds;

• High level of energy, creativity, and motivation to design and implement effective teaching and learning practices;

• Tolerance for ambiguity and change;

• Experience with non-traditional teaching methods.

Supplemental Information

Salary & Benefits:

Adjunct salaries will be determined according to the current negotiated salary schedules. Effective July 1, 2024, per course compensation for a 5 credit, 55-hour class would be $3,703.15 ($67.33 per hour); however, salary will vary based on course credits per class. Rate of pay includes payment for extra duties required for the teaching, prep-time, meetings, office hours, and professional functions associated with this assignment.

Benefits: The following benefits are in accordance with the Bellingham Education Association (BEA) and subject to change with each negotiated contract. Current BEA contract expires June 30, 2025. Benefits include paid sick leave. Sick leave is accrued based on their contracted FTEF multiplied by 7.5 hours for each month in active teaching status. In addition, if eligible, a 5% per hour more above the teaching rate doctoral stipend if teaching a five credit or more course (not paid on contract training, community, or continuing ed courses); In addition, a 5% Longevity premium rate after teaching 1375 hours at BTC. Other benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a free counseling & referral program; potential flexible and/or remote schedules. No additional benefits.

Condition of Employment: Background Check: Prior to final hire, a pre-employment background, including criminal history and signed declaration statement as it pertains to sexual misconduct per Washington State Law (RCW 28B.112.080) will be conducted. Employment is contingent on passing the background check and signed declaration per RCW 28B.112.080 satisfactory to the college. Information from the background check and declaration will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. This position has access to children under the age of 18.

Application Procedures and Deadline:

Application materials must be submitted online at http://www.btc.edu/jobs. Applications will be reviewed as received and/or as needed during the 2024-2025 academic year. You will be contacted if selected for an interview. More information about Bellingham Technical College is at www.btc.edu or email the Human Resources office at hr@btc.edu. Application materials become the property of Bellingham Technical College. BTC is not currently accepting H-1B Visa's.

Online Application Materials: (Attachments in Word or PDF file)

• Completed BTC Online Employment;

• Attach current resume or Vitae (Word or PDF file only);

• Attach letter addressed to Human Resources, detailing related experience;

• Official transcripts, licenses, or other documentation to verify the qualifications, will be required upon hire but not as part of the application process.