Veterinary Technician Instructor (LVT) - Full-Time | Day Classes Job Listing at Pima Medical Institute in Phoenix, AZ (Job ID 1E921C63-BEC7-4D0A-B644-20CD998D2E3A)

Description

Instruct and implement the Veterinary Nursing Programs to educate students in accordance with the curriculum standards and objectives.

This opportunity offers personal and professional growth! 

Expand Your Skill Set: Teaching allows you to develop new skills, such as public speaking, lesson planning, and mentoring, which can be both personally and professionally rewarding.

Stay Engaged: Transitioning to teaching can keep your career dynamic and engaging, offering new challenges and opportunities for continuous learning.

Monday - Friday | 8am to 5 pm

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

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

• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student needs and established curriculum.

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

• Monitor lab competencies and confirm skill levels on checklists.

• Monitor students' attendance in the program and coordinate with the Program Director and Associate Director of Student Services when absences occur two days in a row or exceed four days in one sequence.

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

• Maintain student grades by established policies. Prepare final grades at the end of each sequence to update student records and transcripts.

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

• May assist in externship visitation and performance observation for Veterinary Nursing students. 

• Monitor students in the classroom and ensure safety precautions are adhered to.
• The list of essential functions is incomplete 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  Veterinary Technician (LVT).
• Must hold a current license, certification, or other designation as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the veterinary field. 
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer skills.