Veterinary Technology Instructor

Summary:
Carrington College faculty are engaged, accountable, innovative, and change-ready professionals dedicated to their students and the College Mission. Faculty are proficient in all learning modalities applicable to the program in which they teach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver course material in accordance with college curriculum.
• Fulfill administrative requirements for each course, including attendance, Student Learning Outcome (SLO) assessment data, posting grades timely, and student outreach.
• Utilize student achievement and learning outcome data to develop program improvement strategies and participate in formal processes such as program review, assessment, design, and evaluation.
• Demonstrate willingness to develop proficiency in all applicable learning methodologies through continuous improvement.
• Ensure the program consistently adheres to institutional, governmental, and accreditation standards.
• Participate as a subject matter expert in Industry Advisory Councils, Faculty Council, Assessment Council, and relevant industry associations.
• Build networks within the local industry for programmatic support.
• Engage in student service activities, such as orientation, clubs, appreciation events, outreach, enrollment, and career services events.
• Provide proactive student advisement and tutoring.
• Participate in departmental and programmatic activities.
• Mentor new faculty and participate in the Academy of Master Instruction mentoring program.
• Ensure program equipment and books adhere to the Standard Equipment and Book Lists.
• Help meet College standards for persistence, retention, graduation, third-party examinations, and placement.
• Maintain professionalism and accountability, modeling positive behaviors for students.
• Collaborate with interdepartmental colleagues to ensure program students receive learner support.
• Be on time and present as required, conducting full class periods.
• Act as a substitute instructor when needed.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Faculty supervise student conduct in classrooms, on campus, and during field trips or school-related functions.

Competencies:

Core Competencies:

• Integrity: Demonstrates personal integrity; follows through on commitments and accepts ownership of mistakes.
• Professionalism: Approaches others tactfully, treats others with respect, and accepts responsibility for actions.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes, manages competing demands, and handles unexpected events effectively.
• Organization Support: Follows policies and procedures, completing tasks on time and supporting organizational goals.
• Communication: Communicates effectively, listens to others, and selects the appropriate tone for situations and audiences.

Position Competencies:

• Instructional Skills: Confidently delivers instruction and effectively utilizes resources to meet diverse student needs.
• Content-Specific Knowledge: Demonstrates expertise and instructional practice in their field.
• Dependability: Consistently meets deadlines, arrives prepared, and engages in work fully.
• Student Achievement Focus: Prioritizes student needs, anticipates potential delays, and keeps students informed of their progress.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to meet essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Education and/or Experience:

• Associate degree as a Veterinary Technician from an AVMA or CVMA accredited program OR Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA or CVMA accredited program
• RVT OR State Veterinarian License
• 2 years of field experience

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret materials related to expertise.
• Responds effectively to inquiries and presents information to students, employees, and the business community.

Mathematical Skills:

• Proficient in calculating figures like percentages, area, and volume.
• Applies concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and course-related software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess required certificates, licenses, and registrations for the courses taught.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to stand, handle objects, reach, talk, and hear.
• Frequently required to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance.
• Regularly lifts/moves up to 10 pounds; occasionally lifts/moves up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts in vocational classrooms.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and caustic chemicals.
• Noise level is typically moderate.

All qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. To ensure the safety and integrity of our operations, it is imperative that a review of all applicants' criminal history is conducted. Failure to do so poses a significant risk to the Employer, potentially compromising both business operations and the organization's reputation.
As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates offered a position at San Joaquin Valley College Inc. will undergo a thorough background screening. This includes education verification, county and national criminal background checks, a motor vehicle report, and social security number trace/verification along with an address history search. Depending on the specific position, additional requirements may apply, such as drug testing, a Fraud and Abuse Control Information System check, and verification for access to the National Student Loan Database System.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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