Driver Education - Drivers Education Instructor

About the position

Baker School District is currently seeking a candidate for one Driver's Education Instructor position for the District. This is a part-time position. One class will be held for each semester. Instructors must be certified Oregon Driver Education Instructors OR complete and pass the Oregon Driver Education Instructor Course (120 hours) prior to teaching. Duration: August 25, 2025 - January 22, 2026. Must complete all drives within a total of 130 hours.

Responsibilities

• Adequately teach the curriculum to provide sufficient exposure to the material so that students will satisfactorily master skills.
• Follow curriculum set up by the program for classroom and behind-the-wheel. Any changes in the curriculum are to be pre-approved by the program manager.
• Maintain and improve professional skills in order to contribute to the learning of all students. Model safe driving techniques.
• Maintain certification requirements as required by the Oregon Department of Transportation - Transportation Safety Division (ODOT-TSD), including required annual continuing education. Maintain valid First Aid - CPR - AED card.
• Meet assigned students with punctuality and enthusiasm.
• Ensure students meet the requirements of classroom hours and in-the-vehicle instructional hours.
• Maintain detailed records.
• Complete all reports/forms with attention to detail.
• Communicate with the Drivers Education Program Supervisor regarding any problems with student's performance and/or discipline.
• Keep cars and the classroom clean. Keep the car in good repair and full of gasoline.
• Report accidents to Drivers Education Program Manager or school administrator.
• Maintain a professional working environment and positive interpersonal working relationships with staff, parents and students.
• Maintain confidentiality in all areas.
• Comply with all applicable district, state, and federal guidelines, policies, laws, rules and regulations.
• Implement strategies that protect the legal rights of students. Protect the safety, health, and well-being of all students.
• Perform work responsibilities effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, and continuous interruptions. Prioritize workload based on the nature of the event or assignment.
• Implement strategies that respect individual differences, promote education, and maintain a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• Possess an appropriate valid Oregon Driver's license issued by State of Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles and maintain an insurable status for automobile and liability coverage.
• Oregon Driver Education Instructors Certification OR complete and pass the Oregon Driver Education Instructor Course (120 hours) prior to teaching.
• Possess or able to obtain current First Aid & CPR card prior to Instructor Course completion.
• Has had valid driving privileges for at least three years.
• Possess a driving record that conforms to the requirements of the State Department of Education.
• Must not have more than one ticket in the preceding 12 months or more than two within the preceding 24 months.
• Must not have any drug or alcohol-related traffic violation within the preceding five years.
• Must not have a driver's license suspension, cancellation, revocation or denial within the preceding three years.
• Must not have a conviction for any of the crimes listed in OAR 737-015-0070 (A criminal history check is required before beginning the training program).

Benefits

• Hourly rate of $30.16.