Instructor, Driver's Education

Management and Training Corporation•Joliet, IL

8h•$55,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

MTC operates the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL, providing quality services to local youth. The company values professional and caring employees dedicated to improving people’s lives. This role is responsible for providing drivers education instruction to students in accordance with the State of Illinois Department of Transportation approved curricula, offering basic direction in compliance with Department of Labor (DOL) and Management & Training Corporation (MTC) directives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency required
Must have held a valid Illinois motor vehicle operator's license for the past (3) three years
Possess good health and is free from impairments that would adversely affect the safety of pupils and general public
Has acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

Provide students with basic direction, instruction and assistance in theory and application of automobile driving skills
Demonstrates and explains handling of automobile in emergencies, driving techniques, and mechanical operation of automobile
Observes individual’s driving habits and reactions under various driving conditions to ensure conformance with vehicle operational standards and state vehicle code
Teach motor vehicle regulations and insurance laws
Review and audit all assigned areas regularly for contractual compliance and effectiveness of delivery of services to students. Prepare related reports
Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, training, personal problems or study habits
Coordinate with counselors and staff as necessary to resolve issues affecting student training
Develop and prepare lessons; recommend curricula changes and supplemental materials
Participate in evaluation of student progress (ESP); establish quality goals for students during each evaluation period
Maintain student accountability by documenting class attendance (class periods) daily.
Administer and correct tests; maintain progress and attendance reports
Control use of equipment and supplies; submit work requests; recommend purchases
Responsible for curriculum and lesson plan development and updates necessary to link subject matter to employability skills
Maintain a safe and clean work area that models high standards for a work environment
Regular and predictable attendance is required
Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers
Ensure students learn and practice set behavioral expectations that support employability and social development for career readiness success
Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy
Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
Maintain accountability of staff, students and property; adhere to safety practices; attend all required training