Job Summary
The CDL Driver Instructor teaches classes for the CDL training program at their local Miller-Motte Technical College campus. The CDL Driver Instructors will have proven longevity in the field, excellent communication skills, possess demonstrated physical, intellectual and leadership ability to perform duties over the road, maneuvering range and in the classroom instruction.
The CDL Driver Instructor works under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Education, CDL Program Director, or his/her designee. This is a full-time position that includes medical, dental benefits and paid time off.
Key Responsibilities
- Promotes and Maintains a Positive Learning Environment
- Maintains a thorough knowledge and understanding of all school policies, and adheres to and upholds their implementation and enforcement.
- Convenes all assigned classes in accordance with their start and end times.
- Maintains a safe environment for all students, faculty, and staff.
- Safeguards materials, records, and equipment.
- Abides by all Federal, state, and accreditation/compliance rules and regulations.
- Serves as a professional role model to students.
- Inspires student confidence in school, faculty, and self
- Maintains professional dress and demeanor
- Maintains appropriate confidentiality when working with students, records, and administrative staff.
- Maintains an attitude of enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate and collaborate.
- Interacts with students and fellow employees in a courteous, professional, and positive manner.
- Treats students with fairness, impartiality, and objectivity.
- Provides advanced notification regarding lateness, absence, and vacation schedules during the time of substitute assignment.
- Fulfills Administrative Responsibilities
- Maintains accurate, up-to-date records of student progress, performance, and attendance, using the tools and technology provided by the institution, as required by school policy and procedure.
- Maintains appropriate confidentiality when working with students, records, and administrative staff.
- Maintains flexibility in fulfilling the instructional needs of the school.
- Delivers Instructional Material
- Train students in all areas of trucking/driving
- Administer written tests on classroom material and evaluate grades
- Conduct pre-trip inspections to tractor trailers
- Instruct air-brake test
- Instruct straight line backing
- Instruct 45 degree alley-docking
- Instruct parallel parking – sight side / blind side
- Utilizes effective delivery skills (e.g., eye contact, voice intonation, and various questioning techniques).
- Draws on personal experiences to relate the material presented.
Experience Required: