What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant Online Instructor position at Pima Medical Institute?
SUMMARY The Instructor will instruct and implement the Veterinary Assistant program in an online fashion to educate students per the curriculum standards and objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Teach online courses by established online instructor guidelines.
- Lead weekly synchronous instructional sessions.
- Provide feedback to students on assignments and additional assistance to those having difficulty with course content.
- Maintain student grades by established policies. Prepare and report final grades at the end of each course.
- Actively assist with retention efforts by contacting students who are not actively engaged in courses by phone, text, or email.
- Advise students regarding academic progress and course participation. Respond to student communication within 24 hours and grade all assignments within 48 hours of the due date.
- Refer students with questions regarding financial aid, transcripts, and other issues to the proper personnel.
- Participate in professional development and continuing education as required.
- Attend regular faculty meetings – synchronously or asynchronously.
- Remain current with professional trends and advances in technology.
- The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS : MENTAL TASKS
Communicate. Read. Comprehend. Perform functions from written and oral instructions and from observing others.
PHYSICAL TASKS
Sort, separate, and file documents and forms. Write. Requires hearing to normal range. Lift to 20 pounds
METHODS, TECHNIQUES, PROCEDURES
Review appropriate documents, forms, and reports.
EQUIPMENT, AIDS, TOOLS, MATERIALS
Utilizes office equipment such as telephone, copier, printer, and computer.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Exposure to indoor classroom, lab, and office environment. Contact with employees, students, animals, and the public. Exposure to biohazardous materials such as blood and saliva.
CONTROL SUPERVISION
None.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Salary : $22 - $27
