Vet Tech Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Yakima, WA
Job Type: Part-Time Faculty
Job Number: 25-088
Division: Workforce Education
Opening Date: 08/04/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students' learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Are you enthusiastic about training the next generation of veterinary technicians to provide excellent care and service to animals and their owners? Are you ready to get involved with a top-notch Veterinary Technology program, sharing your clinical knowledge and experience with vet tech students? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining the faculty ranks at Yakima Valley College (YVC), an innovative and equity-focused designated Hispanic Serving Institution dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals.
Yakima Valley College seeks innovative part-time Veterinary Technology Instructors who are active and accomplished in their discipline, interested in teaching, and who are committed to community college students and their success. This is a part-time, non-tenure track faculty position.
Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Healthcare Programs, the Veterinary Technology Instructor will be accomplished and active in their discipline, committed to participating in a diverse learning environment, and have a strong promise as a contributing member of the Workforce Education Division.
We are searching for dedicated individuals to join our amazing Veterinary Technology team who have the education and experience to teach:

• AGSCI 130 Introduction to Animal Science
• VET 114 Veterinary Physiology & Anatomy Lecture*
• VET 101 Introduction to Veterinary Technology
• VET 201 Public Health
• VET 170 Small Animal Nutrition*
• VET 208 Veterinary Office Procedures
• VET 152 Safety & OSHA

Some courses are offered online and/or hybrid so experience with technology is a plus. *Other courses require in-person weekly interaction weekly during the quarter.
Salary: $948 per Instructional Unit
Up to 10 IUs/quarter
Essential Tasks
JOB PROFILE:

• Teach a variety of courses in the Veterinary Technology program.
• Consult with students outside of class through daily office hours.
• Prepare course instruction and course/curriculum planning.
• Use effective classroom methodologies to teach a diverse student population.
• Participate in outcomes assessment of student learning and program effectiveness.
• Use strong interpersonal communication skills for effectively interacting and working with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and abilities in a multicultural setting.
• Place primary emphasis on student learning in the design, delivery, and evaluation of courses.
• Demonstrate the ability to use written and oral communication in the classroom and with other professionals.
• Demonstrate strong commitment to the mission and values of YVC and community college education philosophies.
• Must maintain eligibility for professional technical certification in the State of Washington.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in animal science, Veterinary Science or related field. An Associates degree plus over 5 years professional experience in the field, may be considered dependent upon courses approved to teach, if it is the highest degree offered in the field (i.e. Veterinary Technologist).
• Three (3) years' experience in a veterinary clinical setting or related field.
• Must possess the physical ability to perform skills and evaluations of patients and students required of position, which may include fine motor skills, manual dexterity, ability to lift and position patients and vision (with or without correction) to see depth, color, fine details through microscopes, etc.
• Ability to perform the skills and evaluations of students and patients required of position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• DVM/VMD, graduate of AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology Program, or advanced degree in relevant field.
• Eligibility for professional licensure (DVM or LVT) in the State of Washington; must obtain licensure within 3 months of employment if veterinarian or vet tech.
• Experience teaching co-workers, employees, and/or students in a structured or clinical/practicum/externship setting.
• 5 years full-time experience in a clinical setting working with dogs, cats, and large animals.
• Experience using computers and education related learning management systems/software.

Supplemental Information
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following
REQUIRED attachments

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted):
• A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
• Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
• Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire
• Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications

Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Supplemental Information:Candidates will be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person based on their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation and/or gender identity, age, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other prohibited basis in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to Alma Ramirez, Chief Human Resources Officer, Yakima Valley College, 1015 South 16th Avenue, Yakima, Washington, 98902; email aramirez@yvcc.edu; telephone 509.574.4671.
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Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Yakima Valley College offers a selection of health and retirement plans allowing you to take advantage of the plans that work for you. We also offer paid leave, development and career opportunities, and other compensation benefits. Benefit packages are a key component of our Total Compensation Model.
Insurance Benefits
Yakima Valley College offers medical (including vision), and dental. There are several medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees can elect to participate in the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Plan 3 or the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) through TIAA. For additional information, check out the ' web site. Employees can elect to participate in the Washington State Board Retirement Plan instead, check out the plan vendor at for more information.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
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