Veterinary Technician Instructor (LVT) | Substitute

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

Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician who enjoys training and mentoring others? If you love sharing your knowledge and skills, we invite you to apply for our Veterinary Technician Instructor substitute position.  Please share your availability so we may work with your schedule. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials for sequences and courses.
• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on 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 the attendance of students 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 the performance of students 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduated with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited institution recognized by the Department of Education.
• Three (3) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience as a veterinarian or veterinary technician. 
• Licensed doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) or 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.

Compensation & Benefits                                                         

• Hiring Range: $33.82 to $42.28
• Washington Paid Sick and Safe Time