Veterinary Assisting Instructor

Tallahassee State College; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tallahassee State College is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assisting Instructor to provide instruction for its program. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Veterinary Technician with significant experience or a certified teacher in a veterinary setting. Join a supportive and dynamic campus community dedicated to fostering student success and staff development.

Benefits

Comprehensive State of Florida benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Generous leave policy including paid holidays

Tuition waivers and reimbursement programs

Free access to college events

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of five years experience in the veterinary field.
• Alternatively, must have three years experience as a certified teacher in a veterinary program.
• Requires a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective instruction for the Veterinary Assisting program.
• Create an ideal learning environment and maintain discipline.
• Stay updated on evolving regulations within the veterinary industry.

Skills

Dependability

Responsibility

Independence

Ability to interact with diverse student populations

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Certified teacher in a veterinary program

Job description

*Join Our Team at Tallahassee State College*

Veterinary Assisting Instructor Opportunity

Tallahassee State College (TSC), recently recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges for 2025, is excited to announce a full-time opening for the position of Veterinary Assisting Instructor - P11287 with the Division of Workforce Development.

We're looking for someone who shares our commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community.

What You'll Do

The Veterinary Assisting Instructor is a position housed within the Division of Workforce Development that provides instruction for the Veterinary Assisting program and reports to the Director of Business and Workforce Development. The instructor is responsible for effectively teaching the program, creating an ideal learning environment, maintaining an appropriate balance of discipline, and being able to transfer knowledge to students, while staying abreast of evolving regulations within the industry.

Persons applying for this position must be dependable, highly responsible, independent, self-starting, and have the ability to interact with a diverse student population.

Who We're Looking For

Must be a licensed Veterinary Technician with a minimum of five years of experience in the field, or a minimum of three years of experience as a certified teacher in a veterinary program.

All applicants will be required to submit to a criminal background check.

Application Requirements

The following documents are required when completing the online application:

• Three professional references

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Tallahassee State College, we're not just shaping the leaders of tomorrow - we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every team member. As part of our College community, you'll enjoy:

• A dynamic campus atmosphere where your contributions directly impact student success.
• A culture that champions continuous improvement, where students and staff alike are valued and empowered.
• A supportive team that encourages collaboration, creativity, and innovation.

What We Offer

We offer more than just a competitive salary of $47,702.53 - $51,524.13 annually. When you join the team at TSC, you'll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A generous leave policy, including paid holidays plus winter and spring breaks.
• A collaborative and inspiring campus community.
• Tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement programs for continuous learning.
• Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.

Please visit the College's Benefits site to see the full list of benefits and opportunities.

A Little About Us

Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, and in-demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your College of Choice.