Faculty, Veterinary Animal Health (201-Day)

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JOB GOAL:

To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: 

Under minimal supervision, the instructor is responsible for fostering student learning in the area of Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant programs in Career and Technical education (CTE) for the Agriculture Sciences Department.   A course load of 15 credit hours per semester is required.  Teaching load will be assigned by the Administration. Teaching responsibilities will include but not limited to: Large Animal and Poultry Medicine, Veterinary Pharmacology and Pharmacy Skills, Animal Nutrition.  Must evaluate, record, and report student achievement and progress in assigned courses in accordance with department, division, and college policies and procedures.  Responsibilities will also include advising of current and prospective students, and providing assistance in development and implementation of departmental initiatives, management of Large Animal Skills Lab. Must be responsible for meeting the goals and objectives of an individual Professional Preparation Plan as outlined in the College's Quality Faculty Plan.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES: 

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. 
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. 
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success. 
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence. 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively organize, prepare, and teach assigned courses in accordance with established syllabi.
• Prepare and maintain accurate course syllabi and course handouts for each course taught.
• Evaluate and record student performance/achievement on a regular basis and provide students with timely feedback.
• Participate in student learning assessment projects.
• Maintain established office hours and meet with students as necessary.
• Collaborate in the development, assessment, and revision of curriculum.
• Participate in the development and/or execution of departmental tasks and projects in the area of instruction or instructional support.
• Regularly engage in professional development activities and actively seek information about developing trends and ideas.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

 PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences. 
• Be able and willing to represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve.
• Be able to organize and present concepts to a wide range of students with varying backgrounds and abilities, and adjust teaching techniques accordingly.
• Manage a classroom setting in a way or manner that is acceptable and consistent with department and College objectives, guidelines, policies and practices.
• Assume responsibility; deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making classroom decisions.
• Maintain a minimum of five office hours per week and be available on an as needed basis for student questions and discussions regarding their performance.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, colleagues, staff, administrators, and general public.
• Read, understand, and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.