Veterinary Technician Instructor | Large Animal and Equine bei None
None · Colorado Springs, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Colorado Springs
Veterinary Technician Instructor Location: Colorado Springs Campus
Schedule: 30 hours per week
Compensation: $45.39–$56.74/hour
Benefits: Flexible schedule, Colorado paid sick leave, employee discount program
Summary Instruct and implement the Veterinary Nursing Programs to educate students in accordance with curriculum standards and objectives. This position requires demonstrated large animal and equine experience.
Essential Functions
Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans, including scheduled activities and course materials
Plan instruction to meet specific learning objectives based on student needs and curriculum
Deliver lectures and practical demonstrations in group and individual settings
Monitor lab competencies and confirm skill levels using checklists
Track student attendance and coordinate with Program Director and Associate Director of Student Services when absences exceed thresholds
Meet with students to encourage retention and program completion
Maintain an 80% student success rate across all classes taught
Evaluate student performance and provide support to meet learning goals
Maintain accurate student grades and prepare final grades for transcripts
Arrange guest speakers, field trips, and visits to clinics and hospitals
May assist with externship visits and performance evaluations
Monitor classroom safety and ensure adherence to precautions
Marginal Functions
Participate in supplemental activities as needed
Mental Tasks
Read and comprehend educational and professional materials
Perform tasks from written, oral, and observational instruction
Communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
Physical Tasks
Sort and file documents and forms
Demonstrate lifting and animal restraint techniques required of veterinary nurses
Perform procedures as outlined in the curriculum
Methods, Equipment, and Tools
Review and utilize relevant documents, forms, and reports
Operate standard veterinary equipment (e.g., anesthesia machines, monitors, surgical tools)
Use office equipment such as computers, printers, and copiers
Working Conditions
Work in classroom, lab, and office environments
Exposure to biohazardous materials (blood, feces, saliva, urine)
May require outdoor work in large animal enclosures
May involve use of radiography equipment
Control and Supervision
None
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree from an AVMA CVTEA-accredited program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or CHEA
Three (3) years of practical experience in the veterinary field
Licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT)
Current license, certification, or designation as required by local, state, or federal law
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer applications
Large animal and equine experience is required