Instructor, Professional Truck Driver Training

PeopleAdmin•Milford, CT

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The instructor is responsible for writing course objectives, implementing appropriate teaching strategies, advising students, monitoring and evaluating student progress, and keeping accurate and timely student records. Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to, Commercial Carrier Driver Training, Vehicle Inspection Training, and CDL Testing. Provide instruction and develop courses in assigned subject areas. Practice and encourage safety. Provide instruction to a diverse student population according to the objectives of each course in the Professional Truck Driver Training program. This instructor will utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom/laboratory that include, but are not limited to, lectures, small groups, indoor and outdoor demonstrations, and driving instruction on campus and on public roads and highways. Prepare and administer student evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress. Remain current in events and developments related to the subject area. Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through supplemental sources such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study. Participate in division and college meetings and committees. Participate in program Workforce Leadership Team ( WLT ) meetings. Maintain the security of College vehicles, equipment, facilities, and materials. Serve as an Academic Advisor for students. Tasks included in this area are: advise students on their academic progress, courses needed for graduation, and division/college policies and procedures; and generally serve as the first line of communication between students and the college staff. Develop/Revise Course Curriculum and Educational Materials: Develop and/or revise course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies on approved college curriculum forms. In addition, the instructor will develop, revise, and maintain classroom/laboratory policies, grading structures, and strategies. This instructor will review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks for course use. Function as a Member of the Professional Truck Driver Training Program, Transportation Division, Instructional Division, and SCC teams. Interact with colleagues, students, staff, supervisors, and the public in a manner which will project a positive image of the program and the College, and which promotes/facilitates instructional services such as recruitment, placement, and Orientation as assigned. This includes support of SCC Policies, Goals, and Strategic Plans. Perform other functions related to teaching assignments. Administer the commercial driver’s license examination in these areas: backing test and road test. Individualized Development Plan (New Instructors): Each new instructor will develop an individualized development plan in cooperation with the Vice President of Instruction or his/her designee. Promote a Culture of Belonging Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum of two (2) years of recent work experience as an over-the-road driver of a commercial tractor/trailer
Possess and maintain a valid commercial driver’s license, Class A
Ability to qualify for auto coverage
Possess or obtain a 3rd Party CDL Examiner Certification within 6 months of the hire date
Successful completion of a pre-employment DOT drug test

Responsibilities

Writing course objectives
Implementing appropriate teaching strategies
Advising students
Monitoring and evaluating student progress
Keeping accurate and timely student records
Providing instruction in Commercial Carrier Driver Training, Vehicle Inspection Training, and CDL Testing
Developing courses in assigned subject areas
Practicing and encouraging safety
Utilizing a variety of instructional strategies (lectures, small groups, demonstrations, driving instruction)
Preparing and administering student evaluation instruments
Maintaining accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress
Remaining current in subject area developments
Improving personal teaching and subject knowledge
Participating in division and college meetings and committees
Participating in program Workforce Leadership Team (WLT) meetings
Maintaining the security of College vehicles, equipment, facilities, and materials
Serving as an Academic Advisor for students
Advising students on academic progress, graduation requirements, and college policies
Developing/revising course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies
Developing, revising, and maintaining classroom/laboratory policies, grading structures, and strategies
Reviewing, evaluating, and recommending textbooks
Interacting with colleagues, students, staff, supervisors, and the public positively
Supporting SCC Policies, Goals, and Strategic Plans
Performing other functions related to teaching assignments
Administering the commercial driver’s license examination (backing test and road test)
Developing an individualized development plan (for new instructors)
Supporting and promoting an environment of belonging for all students, faculty, and staff
Fostering a community where diverse perspectives enrich the educational experience
Creating a safe and respectful environment
Supporting the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities