Veterinary Assistant Instructor - RVT - Part-Time
Created
Jul 15, 2026 7:55pm
Location
San Marcos, California
Instruct and implement the Veterinary Nursing Programs to educate students in accordance with the curriculum standards and objectives.
You became a vet tech to make a difference in animals' lives. Now, imagine multiplying that impact. Guide aspiring animal lovers and discover a career as rewarding as the one you have now.
Teach and train the next generation of Veterinary Assistants! Must be a Registered Veterinary Technician!
Monday - Friday | 8 am to 12 pm
Tues and Thurs | 6 pm to 10 pm
Which schedule works best for you? Please share your availability when you apply.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials for sequences and courses.
- Plan instruction to meet specific objectives aligned with student needs and the 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 the Associate Director of Student Services when absences occur on two consecutive days or exceed four days in a single 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 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 with externship visits and performance observations for Veterinary Nursing students.
- Monitor students in the classroom and ensure safety precautions are adhered to.
- 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.
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT).
- 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.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Hiring Range - $24.81 to $34.00
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Program
Learn more about our Veterinary Assistant Program!
