CEWD Part-Time Instructor, Commercial Truck Driving (CDL)

Alvin College•Alvin College / Alvin College West, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a Part-Time Instructor Pool position in the Continuing Education Workforce Development (CEWD) department for available assignments during the academic year. This position is limited to no more than 19 hours per week. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. The instructor will be responsible for online and face-to-face classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel range and road instruction, and testing. They must also be able to plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives, which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles. This position requires the individual to follow the current course outlines, objectives, evaluate student competencies and maintain safety procedures within the classroom and behind-the-wheel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Hold a current Texas CDL Class A license
Two (2) years related work experience
No accidents or moving violations in the last 5 years
Must have the required qualifications and ability to become a Department of Public Safety, Third Party Skills Testing provider
Ability to pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug screen
Ability to work days, night, or weekends
Excellent interpersonal skills
The ability to communicate effectively with a diverse professional, community and student population
The instructor will frequently perform autonomously and must be self-motivated
Will be required to proceed with independent actions with mutually established guidelines and minimal supervision from the CEWD Program Coordinator
Must be flexible with the ability to work days, nights, and/or weekends with the understanding that available hours will be based on the needs of the program not to exceed 19 hours per week
Must be flexible and understands a minimum number of hours is not guaranteed and that classes may be cancelled and/or rescheduled with minimal notice due to student need, student enrollment and/or program needs

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or some college education is a plus
Bilingual - English/Spanish (Speak)

Responsibilities

Instructs and supervises a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations
Possess a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence
Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral
Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
Assists in the recruitment and retention of students
Advises students in academic matters or refers students to appropriate resources
Assess students’ performance through a range of measurement activities and keeps them informed of their progress in a timely manner
Engages students face-to-face and through electronic communications
Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others
Assists in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives
Builds positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community
Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments
Provides recommendations to the CDL Program Coordinator regarding curriculum, instruction, and CEWD/campus operations
Exhibits a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities
Adheres to Alvin College’s policies and procedures.
Attends institutional meetings as required.
Other duties as assigned.