Pharmacy Technician - Lead Instructor (Part‑Time

Pharmacy Technician Lead Instructor (Part-Time)

Pima Medical Institute is seeking an experienced and motivated Pharmacy Technician Lead Instructor to lead and elevate our Pharmacy Technician program at the Colorado Springs campus. This part-time position blends classroom teaching, program leadership, faculty support, and externship coordination to ensure students receive a high-quality, industry-aligned education.

As the Lead Instructor, you will oversee curriculum implementation, support program faculty, maintain instructional integrity, and guide students through classroom, lab, and externship learning experiences. You will play a central role in accreditation preparation, program effectiveness planning, and local pharmacy community engagement.

Leadership & Program Management:

• Curriculum Oversight:
  Ensure proper implementation and strict adherence to the approved Pharmacy Technician curriculum.
• Accreditation Support:
  Partner with the Assistant Dean of Faculty to prepare accreditation documentation, facilitate programmatic meetings, and produce accurate meeting minutes.
• Program Review:
  Review textbooks and course materials, recommending updates during official curriculum revision cycles.
• Externship Coordination:
  Conduct externship site qualifications, complete midpoint student site visits, and supervise externship students in collaboration with Career Services.
• Faculty Mentorship:
  Assist with onboarding new hires and provide ongoing mentorship to program faculty.
• Supply & Equipment Management:
  Assist with inventory management and ordering of program supplies, lab materials, and equipment.
• Advisory Board Leadership:
  Facilitate Advisory Board meetings and communicate program outcomes, student progress, and community feedback to campus leadership.
• Program Effectiveness:
  Support annual updates to the Program Effectiveness Plan (PEP) and track graduate certification pass rates.

Instructional Delivery & Student Support:

• Lesson Planning:
  Design and deliver engaging lesson plans using diverse teaching techniques that support multiple learning styles.
• Student Evaluation:
  Evaluate and grade student assignments, tests, and labs within 72 hours of submission; provide constructive feedback.
• Student Advisory:
  Maintain scheduled office hours, tutor students, and document academic or behavioral concerns promptly.
• Campus Engagement:
  Participate in faculty meetings, advisory board functions, workshops, graduation ceremonies, and professional development.
• Documentation & Records:
  Maintain accurate attendance logs, incident reports, early academic alerts, and required student files.
• Community Engagement:
  Arrange industry guest speakers, educational field trips, and visits to community or institutional pharmacies.
• Safety Compliance:
  Enforce all institutional safety, sanitation, and security standards during lab and classroom sessions.

• Education:
  
  Associate degree from an institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting body recognized by the USDE or CHEA.
• Program Background:
  Graduation from an ASHP/ACPE-accredited pharmacy technician program OR an accredited program recognized by the USDE/CHEA in the specialty area.
• Experience:
  
  Five (5) years of occupational experience in pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacist.
• Professional Affiliations:
  Active membership in at least one (1) national pharmacy organization and one (1) state pharmacy organization.
• Licensure & Credentials:
  Must be a Licensed Pharmacist or a Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) in good standing, with a current license/credential as required by Colorado state law.

• Three (3) years of teaching experience in a post-secondary or pharmacy education setting.

• Hiring Range: $28.19 to $35.23 per hour.
• Work-Life Balance: A predictable 25-hour weekly morning schedule with no evening or weekend hospital/retail shifts.
• Ownership:
  Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a stakeholder in our 100% employee-owned company.
• Perks:
  Colorado Paid Sick Leave, professional development opportunities, campus-wide support resources, and access to Employee Discount Programs.