Instructor, Truck Driver Training - Adjunct

Job Title Instructor, Truck Driver Training - Adjunct Full Time/Part Time Part-time

Job Description

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Under general supervision, this individual will prepare and teach courses to students enrolled in the Truck Driver Training program. The faculty member must be able to instruct a wide variety of topics within the curriculum, including classroom and over-the-road (OTR) instruction and may be required to teach day, evening and/or weekend hours.

Duties/Functions

Teaching

Prepare & teach departmental courses to include:

* developing learner centered lesson plans

* employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles

* incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments

* creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population

* preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate

* conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate

Professional Development

Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:

* participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation

* participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

Administration

Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:

* maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment

* providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions

* maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, Web Advisor, Moodle)

* complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

Student Support

Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:

* addressing student concerns in a timely manner

* promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success

* referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

* Demonstrate and model the College's employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

Additional

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Difficult Challenges Contacts

Program Director, Truck Driver Training

Education Required

* High School diploma or equivalency.

* Current and valid NC Class "A" driver's license or ability to obtain license prior to start of class.

Education Preferred

* Associate's degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.

Experience Required

* Four years of experience as a licensed operator of a motor vehicle with a current and clean driving record.

* Three years of relevant industry experience as a Class 'A' (tractor trailer driver) in over the road (OTR) 48 state operation in all types of weather and terrain.

* One year as a driver trainer or a graduate from a truck driver training school.

* Teaching and/or industry training experience in truck driver training topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions to include behind the wheel, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars.

Experience Preferred

* Greater than three years of relevant industry experience as a Class 'A' (tractor trailer driver) in over the road (OTR) 48 state operation in all types of weather and terrain.

* Owner/Operator experience.

* Greater than one year as a driver trainer.

* Experience with NC Department of Transportation, state, and federal laws and regulations related to truck driver, driving safety and health practices.

* Post-secondary teaching experience.

* Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes

* Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its "open door" policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and…