Commercial Truck Driving License Instructor

Georgia Department of Revenue•Thomson, GA

1d•$59,231 - $70,000

About The Position

The Technical Instructor, Commercial Truck Driving performs all aspects of instruction for the program. The instructor prepares and delivers classroom, online, laboratory, and practical instruction; develops lesson plans and course syllabi; evaluates student progress; and supports continuous improvement of student learning outcomes. The role also maintains course materials, student and administrative records, credentials, and required reports, while establishing a safe and effective learning environment and providing student advisement and support.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Class A Commercial Driving License (CDL).
At least 3 years of work-related experience driving commercial trucks.
Knowledge of postsecondary vocational/technical education and the College’s academic programs.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with students, faculty, and staff.
Skill in preparing and delivering classroom content.
Timely decision-making, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Skill in operating computers and job-related software.
Interpersonal skills and ability to deal with the public.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree from an accredited institution or completion of an equivalent military- or company-sponsored program.

Responsibilities

Prepare lesson plans for classroom instruction and standardized course syllabi using the College template.
Provide classroom and/or online instruction in course theory and practical applications, and teach program courses based on schedule needs.
Evaluate student progress against course goals, objectives, and grading requirements.
Coordinate with the department head to measure program or departmental student learning outcomes.
Prepare and maintain class rosters, census reports, attendance records, grade books, and other required documentation.
Complete professional development training required for classroom or online course delivery.
Access college-wide student information systems for advisement and registration purposes.
Update each assigned course syllabus with course information, descriptions, schedules, competencies, learning outcomes, required materials, and evaluation and grading procedures.
Maintain a safe, clean classroom and laboratory environment, including safe equipment, posted procedures, and a safety program.
Prepare for classes by updating and reproducing instructional materials and using varied learning modalities and instructional technology.
Maintain current, organized course content aligned with course objectives and students’ prior learning.
Complete College Learning Management System training and use the LMS in course delivery.
Submit and update required paperwork and reports on time, including booklists, schedules, termination reports, inventory, student purchase/cost lists, and student evaluations.
Maintain credentials, licensure, and certifications required for teaching and the profession.
Maintain control of the class and handle classroom or laboratory disruptions.
Treat students respectfully, remain accessible to their needs, maintain posted office hours, and communicate clearly.
Counsel students with grade or attendance problems and refer them to the counseling center as needed.
Assess instructional effectiveness through student evaluations and student performance on departmental tests, taking corrective action to improve instruction when needed.
Maintain current state course standards for curriculum development and revision.
Perform other duties as assigned.