Veterinary Technology Instructor

Position Information

Position Information



Career Opportunity Number 22-072 Position Title: Veterinary Technology Instructor Location Maple Woods Position Type: Full-Time Class Category Faculty Job Open Date 05/09/2022 Job Close Date 07/04/2022 Open Until Filled Yes Initial Screen Date: 07/07/2022 Minimal Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from an American Veterinary Medical Association Accredited Program.
• License to practice in Missouri or able to obtain license within six months.
• Minimum of five (5) years of practice in the field of Veterinary Science.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with federal/state regulations that impact biology and Veterinary Technology laboratory and clinical settings.
• Interest and/or ability to teach online.
• Familiarity and willingness to employ current pedagogical, instructional, and assessment methods in teaching college students.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite)
• Experience working with students from a diverse background.
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Work Hours
Normally scheduled Monday through Thursday; however, may be required to work other shifts to include evenings and/or weekends. Schedule subject to change based upon department needs.
Friday and Summer schedules remain flexible to meet the employee’s other professional and personal commitments.

Compensation Salary starting range is $63,129 to $79,875, and is commensurate with education and experience. Special Instructions to Applicants

An MCC application must be accompanied by the following:
A cover letter which indicates the position of interest and addresses the following:
o The highlights of your education and experience which specifically prepare you for this position;
o The mission of the community college and how you would contribute to the mission;
o How your teaching style would reflect the diverse learning style of our students;
o Your familiarity with the instructional technology appropriate to your discipline;
o The basis for your familiarity with multi-culturalism as you would apply it to your discipline; and
o The methods of assessment you would use to assess student learning outcomes.
A resume to include three professional references with name, address, and phone number.

Official or student copies of your transcripts. Official transcripts are required if selected for
interview.

We offer all full-time employees medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, as well as retirement, 403b, employee assistance, and flexible spending and health savings account.
We can’t wait to show you why Metropolitan Community College is a great place to work!



POSITION DESCRIPTION



Brief Description of Duties:

• Provide veterinary duties, (anesthesia, surgery, primary care) and coordinate care for a variety of species housed on campus (canine, feline, food animal, equine, lab animals)
• Deliver effective instruction to the Veterinary Technician program– Provide quality instruction, which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college – approved curriculum and resources.
• Assess student learning – Demonstrate reflective practice, including assessment of student learning. This includes ongoing formative assessments, as well as official departmental assessment.
• Manage classes and learning environments – Foster a positive classroom-learning environment by presenting information in a way that is inclusive to all learners, including the assurance of section 508 accessibility.
• Promote continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning.
• Support learning through student engagement – Incorporate pedagogical strategies such as active learning, authentic and problem-based activities, and other successful teaching strategies into classroom instruction.
• Provide student guidance – Help students develop academic habits for college success.
• Pursue professional development – Stay current in academic field.
• Actively participate collegially in department, campus, cross-college, discipline-specific, district, and community service activities.
•Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high quality learning experience for students, including participating in commencement, attending college functions, etc.

Special Requirements:
• Licensed in the state of Missouri, or eligible for licensure
• Drug Enforcement Administration ( DEA ) and Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs ( BNDD ) licensed
• Knowledgeable of USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service ( APHIS ) regulatory requirements Specific Experience Required:
• At least five (5) years of practice in the field of Veterinary science.

Preferred Areas of Expertise:
• Teaching experience in the field of Veterinary Technology
• Demonstrated experience with utilizing a variety of classroom technologies, both inside and outside the classroom.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have your DVM from an American Veterinary Medical Association Accredited Program?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you a licensed DVM in the State of Missouri, or are you eligible for licensure?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Are you DEA and BNDD licensed?
   • Yes
   • No

Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Transcript 01
4. Transcript 02

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Transcript 03
3. Transcript 04
4. Transcript 05
5. References
6. Certification
7. License
8. Letter of Recommendation 01
9. Letter of Recommendation 02
10. Other Document 01
11. Other Document 02
12. Other Document 03
13. Other Document 04