Adjunct - Veterinary Assistant Instructor (Community and Continuing Education)

MORAINE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College’s Community and Continuing Education division seeks a part-time Veterinary Assistant Instructor to teach NAVTA-approved non-credit courses at the Main Campus in Palos Hills, IL.

The successful candidate will bring 3–5 years of veterinary experience, hold an active veterinary license or Vet Tech license, and deliver engaging, hands-on instruction while maintaining safety and professionalism in a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Active license required and must remain in good standing.
• 3–5 years professional veterinary experience.
• NAVTA-approved non-credit program instruction experience preferred.
• Ability to develop lesson plans and instructional materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom and hands-on instruction for adult learners.
• Demonstrate animal handling, restraint, safety, and basic veterinary procedures.
• Provide instruction on veterinary terminology, anatomy, physiology, patient care, and workplace professionalism.
• Prepare lesson plans, demonstrations, activities, and other instructional materials.
• Monitor student participation and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain a safe and professional learning environment.
• Stay current with industry standards and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with Continuing Education staff regarding course needs and progress.

Skills

Teaching experience

Animal handling & care

Student engagement & feedback

Communication skills

Safety & sanitation

Education

Active Veterinarian license

Veterinary Technician license

3–5 years veterinary experience

Job description

Position Information

Job Title

Adjunct - Veterinary Assistant Instructor (Community and Continuing Education)

Classification Title

Position Type

Faculty

Department

Community Education

Work Location

Main Campus

Duties

Moraine Valley Community College Community and Continuing Education is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable part-time Veterinary Assistant Instructor to teach non-credit courses for adult learners. This is a NAVTA approved program that includes hands-on instruction in veterinary assisting fundamentals, and clinical experiences with local partners in the area. The instructor will create a supportive learning environment that prepares students for entry-level opportunities in veterinary settings.

• Deliver engaging classroom and hands-on instruction for adult learners.
• Demonstrate proper animal handling, restraint, safety, sanitation, and basic veterinary procedures.
• Provide instruction on veterinary terminology, anatomy and physiology, patient care, and workplace professionalism.
• Prepare lesson plans, demonstrations, activities, and other instructional materials.
• Monitor student participation and provide constructive feedback to support student learning.
• Maintain a safe and professional learning environment.
• Stay current with industry standards, veterinary practices, and relevant regulations.
• Communicate effectively with Continuing Education staff regarding course needs, student progress, and program requirements; and other duties as needed for the role.

Education/Experience

• Current, active Veterinarian license or Veterinary Technician (Vet Tech) license required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in veterinary medicine, veterinary technology, or a related animal-care setting.
• Current professional credentials and/or licensure must remain in good standing throughout the period of instruction.

Qualifications

• Previous teaching, training, coaching, or instructional experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with animal handling, restraint, patient care, safety, sanitation, and veterinary procedures.
• Ability to provide hands-on demonstrations and effectively explain technical concepts to adult learners.
• Ability to develop or adapt lesson plans, instructional materials, and hands-on learning activities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and classroom-management skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching veterinary assistant, veterinary technician, or animal-care courses.
• Experience working in a veterinary hospital, clinic, animal shelter, or other professional veterinary setting.
• Experience developing curriculum or training materials for adult learners.
• Familiarity with current veterinary industry practices and entry-level veterinary assistant competencies.

Position Status

Part Time Temporary

Hours

Part-time, non-credit Continuing Education instructor. Flexible schedule, instructor set schedule for course. Location may include Main, Tinley Park SWEC campus.

Salary/Wage

$50-60.00/hour

Hourly/Salary

Hourly

Benefits

-

Review of Applications Begins

08/21/2026