Pharmacy Technician Instructor

American Institute•West Hartford, CT

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

American Institute is hiring an adjunct Pharmacy Technician Instructor to deliver engaging, effective instruction and support students’ academic and professional development. The instructor works with program leaders and other departments to promote student success, retention, certification, graduation, and career placement. Instruction may include in-person and online classes, laboratory work, office hours, and preparation time. The role follows the standardized curriculum and applicable education and institutional compliance requirements.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a pharmacy technician.
Pharmacy Technician certification and/or a state license or registration as a pharmacy technician in good standing.
Communication and presentation skills, organization, people-orientation, time management, and high energy.
Ability to communicate professionally and fluently in spoken and written English.
Ability to support a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Computer literacy and basic computer skills sufficient to navigate and use the technology required for the role.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience applying adult learning principles and practices to blended learning in a classroom or online classroom environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and business tools such as Microsoft Teams.
Ability to inspire students to pursue career goals by connecting course curriculum to potential career outcomes.
Familiarity with learning management systems, student information systems, and synchronous instructional tools.

Responsibilities

Teach the standardized curriculum according to the assigned schedule.
Create a learning environment that supports students’ academic growth and professional development.
Facilitate discussion forums and interactive course contributions to promote student engagement.
Make yourself available to students outside class time, including through office hours.
Grade course activities and post grades weekly.
Track student performance proactively and provide timely academic feedback.
Create learning support tools tailored to students’ demonstrated needs.
Provide constructive, positive, and timely academic feedback.
Follow institutional policies, maintain an up-to-date faculty file, and communicate effectively with program leadership and students within established expectations and timelines.
Follow applicable federal and state compliance requirements, accrediting agency requirements, and internal policies and procedures.
Communicate compliance requirements to staff as appropriate and promptly escalate compliance concerns to the Compliance department.
Perform other duties as assigned.