Adjunct Instructor -Veterinarian Technology

Delaware Technical Community College•Newark, DE

33d•$46•Onsite

About The Position

The veterinary technician adjunct instructor is responsible for delivering course content, instructing students according to established syllabi, and assessing student performance to ensure their success. This role involves teaching and supervising students in clinical environments, providing hands-on demonstrations of veterinary techniques, assisting in procedures, and ensuring that students understand their responsibilities and roles in the clinical setting.

Requirements

Must be a Delaware licensed LVT and in good standing.
Must be a graduate of AVMA accredited Veterinary Technician program.
Must have proof of completion of rabies vaccination series or protective titer.
Knowledge of sound instructional techniques and methods.
Knowledge of relevant subject matter in the incumbent's discipline/department.
Knowledge of computers and electronic instructional methodology.
Knowledge of theoretical foundations of learning and instruction as applied to the face-to-face, hybrid, and distance learning environments.
Knowledge and understanding of competency-based learning.
Ability to use teaching strategies that will promote successful learning by addressing different learning styles and strategies.
Ability to use assessment to enhance learning.
Ability to understand, evaluate, and make appropriate use of instructional technology.
Ability to form an inclusive environment that respects diverse talents and ways of learning.
Ability to understand and maintain a commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with a diverse population in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and instructs courses as assigned by the Department Chairperson/supervisor, utilizing effective and engaging instructional strategies, the learning management system (LMS), appropriate communication, classroom management, leadership skills, and instructional/educational technology to promote student success.
Demonstrates sound practices in instruction and classroom management that respond to students' diverse academic needs.
Follows the prescribed course outline and uses texts selected by the department plus other supplemental material the Department Chairperson deems appropriate.
Provides instruction according to the class meeting schedule and instructional hours established for the session (length of the course during the semester) and delivery method (face-to-face, hybrid, web-enhanced, or online). Notifies the Department Chairperson of the necessity of cancelling any class meeting prior to the class or in emergencies as soon thereafter as possible.
Assists students toward the successful completion of course(s) that the instructor is teaching by providing outreach, guidance, and timely feedback.
Makes oneself accessible and available to answer students' questions in a timely manner.
Adheres to College policies and procedures relating to employment, academic matters, student behavior, and the Academic Calendar. Maintains adequate and timely student records (e.g. grade are posted in the LMS in a timely fashion). Evaluates and reports students' progress and attendance in a timely manner.
Encourages students' completion of the course evaluation form, reviews course evaluation summaries and develops a plan for improvement, as appropriate.
Attends and participates in various College meetings for the purpose of orientation, professional development or other departmental or operational activity as assigned.
Performs other related duties as required.