Vet Tech Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning. The college serves all students holistically, supports all students' learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways. The institution strengthens communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.

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

*Other courses require in-person weekly interaction weekly during the quarter.

Salary: $948 per Instructional Unit

Up to 10 IUs/quarter

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.

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.

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.