Veterinary Technician Instructor (Substitute)

Ultipro; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute - Colorado Springs Campus is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our faculty. In this role, you will bring clinical expertise into the classroom and lab, guiding students through hands-on instruction and real-world skill development on-site.

The position offers flexible hours, including morning, afternoon, and evening shifts, with a competitive hourly wage of $31.00 to $38.75.

Qualifications

• Current credential as RVT or CVT.
• Minimum 3 years of practical veterinary technician experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans and hands‑on lab demonstrations aligned with the established veterinary nursing curriculum.
• Monitor lab competencies and confirm student skill levels using standardized checklists.
• Evaluate student performance and maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught.
• Track student attendance and coordinate with leadership regarding absences.
• Mentor students through academic challenges and provide targeted intervention and support.
• Maintain accurate student grades and records per established policies.
• Coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and visits to veterinary clinics to enrich the student experience.
• Enforce safety protocols and monitor classroom and lab environments to ensure a safe learning experience.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

AVMA CVTEA-accredited Veterinary Technician program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Veterinary Technician Instructor (Substitute)

Job Category: Faculty All Others

Requisition Number: VETER008039

• Posted : August 13, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

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Description

Veterinary Technician Instructor
Location: Pima Medical Institute - Colorado Springs Campus | On-Site
Position Type: Flexible hours | Morning, Afternoon & Evening Shifts
Compensation: $31.00 – $38.75 per hour

Pima Medical Institute is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our faculty at our Colorado Springs campus. In this role, you will bring your clinical expertise into the classroom and lab, guiding the next generation of veterinary nursing professionals through hands‑on instruction, mentorship, and real-world skill development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans and hands‑on lab demonstrations aligned with the established veterinary nursing curriculum.
• Monitor lab competencies and confirm student skill levels using standardized checklists.
• Evaluate student performance and maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught.
• Track student attendance and coordinate with leadership regarding absences.
• Mentor students through academic challenges and provide targeted intervention and support.
• Maintain accurate student grades and records per established policies.
• Coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and visits to veterinary clinics to enrich the student experience.
• Enforce safety protocols and monitor classroom and lab environments to ensure a safe learning experience.
• Current credential as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT).
• Associate degree from an AVMA CVTEA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• Minimum 3 years of practical veterinary technician experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to demonstrate veterinary procedures and patient restraint techniques.
• Competitive Pay: $31.00 – $38.75 per hour.
• Employee Discount Programs.

A Few Things to Know

• You'll work in a classroom and lab environment using standard veterinary equipment.
• Role involves exposure to biohazardous materials and requires the ability to demonstrate veterinary procedures including lifting and animal restraint.

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