Veterinary Education Instructor
Location: SPCA College of Animal Welfare - Dartmouth, NS
Job Type: Permanent full-time; Open to part-time arrangements
Compensation: Negotiated based on qualifications and experience
Start date: As soon as available
Job Description
The Nova Scotia SPCA College of Animal Welfare is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join us as a Veterinary Education Instructor to teach and inspire the next generation of Veterinary Assistants and Veterinary Technicians! This amazing opportunity to share knowledge and experience would be perfectly suited for someone with an interest in education, experience in animal care, and a passion for working with animals as well as people.
The Veterinary Education Instructor works as a part of the faculty team to deliver an established curriculum and provide a high-quality and interactive education experience at the College of Animal Welfare. See below for more information about the college.
While we are looking to fill this position in a full-time capacity, we are also considering qualified applicants that are interested in exploring this position as a part-time opportunity.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver established curriculum in classroom and hands-on settings
- Participate in development and research for the program and curriculum
- Ensure all students are being educated in accordance with program policies
- Evaluate individual students in a constructive manner, provide feedback and serve students equitably
- Effective classroom management
- Maintain student academic records
- Help to organize guest speaker and field trips for students in the program
- Develop and/or modify lectures, presentations, labs, and lesson plans as necessary
- Collaborate with faculty team with ongoing projects and program development
- Seek out continuing education opportunities related to delivering curriculum, adult education, advances in veterinary medicine and related fields.
Qualifications
- 5 years minimum of practical experience as a RVT or VA
- Applicants must be in good standing with provincial regulatory associations
- Experience training and mentoring others in an education or workplace setting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including giving presentations
- Enthusiasm for teaching and education
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Collaborative attitude in working with others
- Experience in customer service would be considered an asset, especially in an animal care setting.
What We Offer
- A reliable schedule – with no evenings and weekends!
- Instructor Certification Program training
- Paid dues for EVTA and NSVMA
- Fear Free Membership and Veterinary Certifications
- Continuing Education Allowance
- Dental and health benefits including Teladoc telemedicine service
- RRSP matching contributions
- SPCA Employee discount for veterinary services, pet food, and at our thrift stores
About the Nova Scotia SPCA College of Animal Welfare
The Nova Scotia SPCA College is committed to providing high quality education to raise standards in animal welfare. Students are taught in small class sizes by credentialed and supportive instructors, balancing with skills for overall wellness. For more details, visit https://www.spcacollege.ca
Nova Scotia SPCA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, or disability. Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the LGBTQ+ community. We encourage applicants to self-identify. Interested applicants are asked to submit their resume and cover letter indicating salary expectations to college@spcans.ca.
Please quote “College Instructor” in the subject heading in your email reply.
We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the Nova Scotia SPCA, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.