If you're exploring new career opportunities or seeking a dynamic and supportive work environment, consider Mercer County Community College (MCCC). As a publicly supported institution committed to open access and student success, MCCC strives to attract, retain, and support a highly skilled and diverse workforce?our most valuable asset.

At Mercer, campus culture and belonging are celebrated, and our sense of community is deeply rooted in both our mission and daily practices. With two distinct campuses?the James Kerney Campus in the heart of Trenton and our expansive 292-acre West Windsor Campus just six miles away?MCCC offers the benefits of a robust institution with the close-knit feel of a true community.

In addition to meaningful work and a supportive culture, employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes credit course tuition waivers for themselves, their spouses, and dependents?making higher education more accessible for the whole family. With 69 degree programs and 35 credit certificate options, there are countless ways to grow with us?both personally and professionally.

JOB DUTIES

• Deliver classroom and/or lab-based instruction in veterinary assisting topics (e.g., animal handling, clinical procedures, medical terminology, sanitation, and safety protocols)
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and industry expectations
• Demonstrate proper veterinary techniques, including restraint, exam room prep, and basic clinical support skills
• Facilitate hands-on learning experiences in lab or simulated clinical environments
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and sanitation of lab equipment and instructional materials
• Enforce safety protocols, including OSHA standards and proper animal handling procedures
• Supervise students in lab settings to ensure safe and ethical treatment of animals

• Evaluate student performance through written, practical, and competency-based assessments; provide timely and constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and progress in accordance with institutional and program policies.
• Support student success through mentoring, tutoring, and advising as needed.
• Stay current with industry trends, certification requirements, and regulatory changes within the assigned healthcare discipline.
• Participate in instructor meetings, training sessions, and program review activities as required.
• Integrate current veterinary practices and standards into instruction to ensure workforce readiness

• Ability to perform physical work with patients and students in a clinical setting including the ability to lift 50 pounds 
  
• Willingness to work on a flexible schedule to meet educational requirements.
  
• Please note that assigned tasks and responsibilities span both campuses for all MCCC positions.
  

• Associate degree in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, animal welfare regulations, and infection control practices
• At least (1) one year of experience teaching Veterinary Assistant courses.

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students, adapting teaching methods as needed.
• Proficiency in technology and ability to use virtual learning platforms if necessary.
• Enthusiastic about contributing to a learning-centered and student-focused environment.
• Familiarity with student assessment tools and methods.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems promptly.
• Willingness and desire to provide a superior experience to our students
• Ability to maintain a safe and controlled environment when working with animals

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in related field from an accredited educational institution. 
• Two (2) years of experience teaching Veterinary Assistant courses.
• Prior experience in educational program development, instructional design, and learning management systems

About Mercer County Community College

"As a community college faculty, we believe that...our students deserve a high-quality education that challenges them to acquire new knowledge and skills, test their accustomed ideas, and achieve competitive excellence. All of our students, regardless of where they find themselves when they come to us, deserve a caring, creative, and engaged pedagogy that helps them achieve their goals, and which cultivates lifelong learning and a passion to understand themselves and the world. We believe that we must create a college community that engages students in civic life and prepares them to fully participate in our democracy. We are responsible and accountable for giving our students? work our respect and critical evaluation, for holding students to the highest ethical standards, and for providing effective feedback that encourages our students to grow. MCCC is an equal opportunity employer. Under the “New Jersey First Act”, effective September 1, 2011 newly hired Mercer employees may be required to live in New Jersey or to move to the state within one year of taking a position. Failure to comply with this residency requirement shall render the person unqualified to continue employment in... their position.NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICEIn compliance with Title IX requirements, Mercer County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities.TITLE IX COORDINATORThe college’s Title IX Coordinator oversees compliance with all aspects of the sex/gender harassment, discrimination and misconduct policy. Questions and complaints regarding Title IX may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Office of Civil Rights at the following locations and or contact information. Elizabeth Mizerek, MSN, RN, FN-CSA, CNE, CEN, CPEN, FAEN Interim Title IX CoordinatorMercer County Community College1200 Old Trenton Rd. - MS 125West Windsor, NJ 08550Phone: (609) 570-3526 Email: mizereke@mccc.edu Individuals experiencing harassment or discrimination also always have the right to file a formal grievance with the government authorities:Office for Civil RightsU.S. Department of Education32 Old Slip, 26th FloorNew York, NY 10005-2500Telephone: (646) 428-3800Facsimile: (646) 428-3843Email: OCR.NewYork@ed.govWeb: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html

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