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San Joaquin Valley College · 1 week ago

Veterinary Technology Instructor

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

San Joaquin Valley College is seeking a Veterinary Technology Instructor dedicated to engaging and innovative teaching. The role involves delivering course material, fulfilling administrative requirements, mentoring new faculty, and ensuring program adherence to standards while supporting student achievement.

EducationHigher Education

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

Qualification

Veterinary Technician degreeRVT License2 years field experienceMicrosoft Office proficiencyInstructional SkillsContent-Specific KnowledgeDependabilityStudent Achievement FocusProfessionalismCommunicationAdaptabilityIntegrity

Required

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

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret materials related to expertise

Responds effectively to inquiries and presents information to students, employees, and the business community

Proficient in calculating figures like percentages, area, and volume

Applies concepts of basic algebra and geometry

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

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

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