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University of Miami

Sr. Animal Care Technician

Miami, FL · On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click ... CORE JOB SUMMARY The Senior Animal Care Technician is responsible for training and monitoring ...

Planet Pharma

Animal Care Technician

Hollister, CA

$16.75 - $22.50/hr

... temporary opportunity with the potential to be hired as a full time employee. On the job training ... Essential Duties / Responsibilities Perform routine animal husbandry duties and monitor daily ...

Montgomery County, OH

Animal Care Crewleader

Dayton, OH · On-site

$42K - $54K/yr

Assists in the training of new staff members and represents organization to the public (e.g., media ... Intermittent and Temporary Employees: Long-Term Sick Leave accrual is based on hours worked.

UAB

ANIMAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST I

Tampa, FL

$15.50 - $25.20/hr

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Temp Services is seeking an Animal Laboratory Specialist to ... training general requirements set forth within ARP and/or related to the specialized area. 3. ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for temp animal trainer in the United States is $27.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $31.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temp Animal Trainer vs Animal Care Specialist?

AspectTemp Animal TrainerAnimal Care Specialist
CertificationsAnimal handling, training certificationsAnimal care, first aid, handling certifications
Work EnvironmentAnimal training facilities, zoos, pet storesAnimal shelters, veterinary clinics, pet care facilities
Employer & Industry UsagePet training companies, zoos, entertainmentAnimal shelters, veterinary practices, pet services
Search & Comparison IntentYesNo

Temp Animal Trainers focus on training animals for specific behaviors or performances, often working temporarily in various settings. Animal Care Specialists provide ongoing care, feeding, and health monitoring for animals. While both roles involve animal handling, their primary duties and work environments differ, making the comparison relevant for those exploring animal-related careers.

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GBCC Adjunct Faculty - Veterinary Technology-Small Animal Behavior

Community College System of New Hampshire

Portsmouth, NH • On-site

$47.95 - $59.45/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

CCSNH has established employer status within the New England states (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island). In compliance with CCSNH policies and state regulations, eligibility for employment within CCSNH and its institutions requires residency within a New England state.
Great Bay Community College is seeking qualified applicants who are interested in adjunct teaching at the College on a course-by-course basis; strong academic background is required.
Semester: Summer Semester
Adjunct Faculty: Veterinary Technology
Responsibilities will include preparing for and teaching an in-person 2 hour and 40-minute class each week, for the 11week summer semester, on the subject of small animal behavior.
Course: VETN226G Small Animal Behavior
Adjunct appointments are temporary, for a specified contract period and may require in classroom or online instruction.
The compensation rate is $825-$975 per contact hour [or $47.95 - $59.45 [per clinical rate per hour if applicable]. Compensation will be determined based on the appointed adjunct faculty rank, which is based on education and industry and/or teaching experience.
The minimum qualifications for the position are as follows:
Education: DVM/VMD, or AS degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA-CVTEA accredited program.
Experience: Candidate must have an interest in animal behavior and experience in the behavior field, which can include clinical practice and/or participation in animal training. Whether a candidate has sufficient experience will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Veterinary Technology program director.
Licensure:
The instructor must be a licensed veterinarian or a credentialed veterinary technician who has graduated from an AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technology program.
Application Process:
Submit your application online with cover letter, resume/Curriculum Vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and copy of official/unofficial transcripts.
In your cover letter:
  • Please list courses you have taught, (if applicable)
  • Please list courses you are qualified to teach
  • Please include your availability (e.g. days, evenings, weekends, online only)

Please note: Resume's will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application and Employment History Sections that state "see resume" will not be accepted. Resumes will be reviewed on an on-going basis until needs are met and may be kept on file for future openings.
Please contact Deborah Discher, Department Chair Veterinary Technology, ddischer@ccsnh.edu if you have questions about this position.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a requisite background check.

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