What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technology Teaching Faculty (Full-time, 9-month) position at Blue Ridge Community College?
Title: Veterinary Technology Teaching Faculty (Full-time, 9-month)
Agency: Blue Ridge Community College
Location: Augusta - 015
FLSA: Exempt
Hiring Range: $52,226 - $81,811
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Additional Detail
Job Description:
Nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) has been equipping students, alumni, and employees with the knowledge and experience to transform themselves, the community, and the world for over 55 years. The College’s comprehensive program of instruction includes associate degrees and certificates in occupational/technical and college/university transfer programs. Non-credit workforce training and special interest classes for individuals, business, and industry are also offered. BRCC is a community dedicated to excellence, ethical behavior, and empowerment and has consistently been recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For.
Blue Ridge Community College invites applications from for a full-time, 9-month, 24-pay faculty teaching position in Veterinary Technology for one of the premier, accredited veterinary technology programs in the country. This position also involves providing veterinary care to animals used in the program, including limited after-hours care of program animals as needed. Applicants must have a DVM (or equivalent degree) and hold a veterinary license (or be eligible for licensure) in the state of Virginia.
Blue Ridge Community College invites applications from for a full-time, 9-month, 24-pay faculty teaching position in Veterinary Technology for one of the premier, accredited veterinary technology programs in the country. This position also involves providing veterinary care to animals used in the program, including limited after-hours care of program animals as needed. Applicants must have a DVM (or equivalent degree) and hold a veterinary license (or be eligible for licensure) in the state of Virginia.
Full-time faculty positions come with generous holiday time, along with very competitive health benefits coverage (including dental and vision), disability coverage, retirement with the Virginia Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan for Higher Education, deferred compensation investment opportunities, educational assistance, access to the college’s Recreation Center, and more!
Program facilities are well equipped for all aspects of veterinary technology instruction in delivering a broad array of courses. The program benefits from strong college administration and community support. Additionally, support and mentoring are provided by a large team of experienced, talented veterinarians, and skilled veterinary technicians currently on staff.
Position will include teaching (traditional classroom, in-person labs, and online delivery) with a focus on strong pedagogical approach and quality student learning assessment. Additional responsibilities include providing veterinary care to animals used in the program, supervising students in laboratory and clinical settings, and engaging in broader activities in support of BRCC college-wide.
Expectations include participation in institutional responsibilities such as service and leadership on college committees, academic advising, and mentoring adjunct faculty within the discipline. Candidate will also participate in scholarly engagement and professional development activities and community service to both BRCC and the local community
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching: Responsible for creating a learning environment that facilitates students’ acquisition of knowledge and skills in a the program. Teaching encompasses the following four components:
- Instructional Design: utilize and distribute established course syllabus; participate in the textbook and learning resources selection process; design and implement assessment strategies that effectively measure student achievement of established course learning outcomes.
- Instructional Delivery: align course activities with student learning outcomes for the course; employ a variety of active learning strategies to foster student engagement; employ appropriate technology and supporting materials that support course and program learning outcomes; and provide students with prompt and meaningful feedback on course activities and assignments, communicating with students in a timely and respectful manner.
- Instructional Effectiveness: deliver instruction so as to align with stated learning outcomes; adhere to college policies and procedures for participation in student surveys of instruction; conduct meaningful and timely assessments of student learning.
- Instructional Expertise: maintain currency in the assigned teaching discipline(s), methods of teaching, learning, and/or instructional technology.
Scholarly and Creative Engagement: Participate in activities specifically associated with the faculty member’s teaching discipline through conferences, workshops, academic coursework, scholarly research and publications, and grant activity.
Institutional Responsibility: Fulfill institutional responsibilities including (but not limited to) the following: participate in the college’s development and evaluation plan for full-time teaching faculty; publish and hold office hours; serve as an academic advisor; participate in required department, pathway, committee, and college meetings; keep accurate student attendance reports and records; submit grades in a timely manner according to established college guidelines; adhere to BRCC and VCCS policies; actively participate in one’s peer teaching community at the college; perform assigned duties; and maintain a collegial working relationship with faculty, staff and administrators at the college
Service: Quality participation and commitment to students, BRCC, and community organizations. Service activities are divided into three categories:
Service: Quality participation and commitment to students, BRCC, and community organizations. Service activities are divided into three categories:
- College representation where there is a direct connection between the faculty member who engages in the specific activity and their position at the college.
- College citizenship where the activities are in support of the college or VCCS initiatives wherein the faculty member is a member of a committee but not in a leadership role.
- Community citizenship where participation by the faculty member is part of the person’s involvement in the community as a citizen who happens to be a college employee.
Candidates selected for interview will be required to facilitate a teaching demonstration as part of the interview process.
- Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
- Current, active license to practice as a veterinarian in the state of Virginia (or eligibility for licensure)
- 2 or more years of relevant clinical experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory and large animal clinical procedures
- Commitment to applications of instructional technology
- Enthusiasm for the community college mission and environment
Helpful, but not required:
- Experience providing clinical care for exotic animals
- Community college or university teaching experience
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $52,226 - $81,811
