DEFINITION:

The principal purpose of this position is to direct student learning and assess student progress in achieving the requirements of the Veterinary Medical Technology program.  

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Employees within this class are distinguished from the Program Director and Full-time Faculty by the performance of basic and general instructional duties.  Employees at this level receive instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

• Receives direct supervision and/or technical direction from the Veterinary Medical Technology Program Director 
• May occasionally receive support and technical assistance from Dean of Health & Human Services and/or Department Chair, Allied Health/Human Services
• Exercises no supervision

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Provide classroom and laboratory instruction to students.
• Develop class outlines and establish guidelines for various courses; prepare lesson plans and supplemental teaching materials; schedule classroom activities and select appropriate texts.
• Encourage a variety of teaching strategies to foster critical thinking and clinical applications.
• Develop and prepare tests to evaluate student academic and clinical performance; grade and record individual scores
• Review available instructional materials; estimate time, materials, and equipment required for various assignments; submit requests for materials, supplies and equipment to program director 
• Supervise the use of and operation of various instructional equipment; provide instructional demonstrations on mechanical machinery or other equipment as appropriate; develop laboratory assignments to provide hands on experience as appropriate.
• Assist in animal care for animals housed on campus.
• Participate in systematic program evaluation.
• Participate in curriculum development, evaluation and change; ensure that the curriculum contributes to the development of skills, knowledge and abilities, which prepare students to enter into the profession
• Act as an advisor and counselor to students; provide individual tutoring to students outside of the classroom as needed
• Attend faculty and advisory committee meetings as required.
• Assist in training and calibration of new part-time faculty; lab protocols, use of instructional equipment and materials.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance; maintain other records and databases according to program needs.
• Stay abreast of new developments and changes in various assigned academic fields; participate in professional development programs, workshops, seminars and other continuing education programs as appropriate.
• Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures related to required teaching area.
• Participate in student recruitment efforts.
• Participate on college committees and in other institutional activities and programs 
• Serve as liaison for the Veterinary Medical Technology Program with other health science programs, college departments, division, agencies, industries, organizations, and community partners.
• Maintain records of student attendance and performance; maintain other records and databases according to the clinical program needs.

Other Important Functions:

• Ensure adherence to safe and appropriate work practices and procedures.
• Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lesson format; evaluate various textbooks and select books to be used for future classes.
• Oversee and participate in field studies and assignments; travel with students to provide assistance and instruction as appropriate.
• Demonstrate community involvement.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Participate in development of extramural locations and coordinate assignment to these sites.