Truck Driver Training Instructor

Under the general guidance of the Program Coordinator, the Truck Driving Instructor is responsible for supervising and training students to prepare for their NC Class A or Class B license.

* High school graduate

* Must be duly certified according to Article 3, Chapter 90-A of the NC General Statutes and teach skills and abilities needed to pass the State certification exam

* Must have a current and valid NC Class 'A' CDL driver's license and a current and clean NC driving record

* At least three years of experience in Class 'A' (tractor-trailer) operation

* Owner/Operator experience is a plus

* Knowledge and understanding of DOT, state, and federal laws and regulations related to truck drivers, driving safety, and health practices

* Excellent oral and written communication skills

* Must work well with others in a team environment

* Should be familiar with and appreciate the mission of a community college

* Fluent in the Spanish language is a plus

* Applicants being considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work or receiving an offer of employment

Working Conditions

* Flexible working hours; day, evening, and possibly weekends is required

The duties of the Truck Driver Training Instructor include, but are not limited to:

* Train students in proper driving techniques

* Instruct students in proper use of equipment, and training students on safety regulations

* Teach assigned courses to meet program needs

* Integrate classroom and driving (range and road) practices into learning experiences, enabling students to demonstrate competencies

* Oversee day-to-day operation of the class

* Maintain class records; prepare and submit instructional records, reports, and grades established by institutional policy

* Act as a Third-Party Examiner for CDL (if certified)

* Promote community awareness of program opportunities

* Perform other tasks as assigned which support the mission and initiatives of the College

Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Continuing Education Instructors are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas:

Mastery of Subject Matter

* Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of the teaching discipline

* Display ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of the field or discipline

* Connect the subject matter with related fields

* Stay current in the subject matter through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, and/or workshops

* Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate

Teaching Performance

* Teach a course load appropriate to the teaching discipline

* Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning

* Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students

* Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs

* Employ available instructional technology, i.e., the Internet, interactive technology, etc., when appropriate

* Encourage the development of communication skills and higher-order thinking skills through appropriate student assignments

* Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives

Evaluation of Student Learning

* Establish and follow meaningful learning objectives

* Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward course objectives

* Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning

* Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grades each semester according to established deadlines

* Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances

Support of College Policies and Procedures

* Teach classes as assigned in a multi-campus environment

* Teach credit or non-credit courses in the teaching discipline as needed

* Post and maintain regular office hours to ensure accessibility to colleagues and to students for advisement and consultation

* Serve as faculty academic advisor for students

* Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies

* Maintain confidentiality of student information

* Substitute for other instructors in the teaching discipline in case of an absence

* Exercise stewardship of college facilities, materials, and resources

* Comply with responsibilities as cited in the Lenoir Community College Catalog, Faculty Handbook, Handbook for Distance Education, Policy Manual, and Procedures Manual

Participation in College, Division, Department, and Program Activities

* Serve on College committees as assigned

* Participate in meetings and events as required

* Respond in a timely manner to requests for information

* Support both part-time and full-time colleagues

* Contribute to program, department, and division…