Safe Driver Academy Instructor Job South Sioux City area,Nebraska USA,Education / Teaching

Position Title:
Safe Driver Academy Instructor (full-time, exempt, salaried position)
Primary

Work Location:

NICC campuses and approved training sites, with the primary office currently located at the South Sioux City Campus
Starting Wage: $50,000 – $60,000
Closing Date:
Until Filled

About the College:

"The Nebraska Indian Community College provides quality higher education and lifelong educational opportunities for Umonhon (Omaha) Isanti (Santee Dakota) and all learners." Nebraska Indian Community College is envisioned as a comprehensive Tribal College which values service through high quality education. Institutional programs value and cultivate the creative and productive talents of learners, faculty, and staff, and seek ways to contribute to the self-sufficiency of the Nations served, the wellbeing of our communities, and the quality of life and development of its learners, faculty, and service areas.

Knowledge,

Skills, Competencies, and Abilities:

Required Qualifications:

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), with endorsements appropriate for the instructional assignment.
Minimum 21 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate or ability to obtain.
Clean driving record with no license suspensions or revocation within the past six (6) years.
No convictions for serious driving-related offenses involving alcohol or controlled substances.
Eligibility to obtain required instructor certifications applicable to the program.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse participants and learning styles.
Ability to accept direction, follow established procedures, and work within the organizational chain of command.
Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and respect in workplace interactions.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to track data and support grant-related reporting requirements.
Commitment to safety, professionalism, and responsible driving practices.
Ability to pass a federal background check.

Preferred Candidates Will Have Proven Success in the Following:

Preferred Qualifications:

Current CDL instructor certification, driving instructor certification, or safety instructor certification.
Experience delivering Class A CDL training, driver safety, transportation, or workforce development programs.
Experience teaching adult learners.
Experience with participant assessment, data tracking, reporting, and grant-supported programming.
Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, Nebraska CDL requirements, and commercial vehicle safety standards.
Familiarity with accreditation, certification, or regulatory compliance standards.

Summary of

Duties and Responsibilities:

NICC is seeking a knowledgeable, organized, and safety-focused Safe Driver Academy Instructor to provide high-quality commercial driver training and safety education. The primary responsibility of this position is to deliver Class A CDL instruction through classroom, range, and behind-the-wheel training in accordance with applicable federal, state, and program requirements.

The instructor will prepare participants with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary for safe commercial vehicle operation and successful completion of Class A CDL requirements. Additional transportation-related courses, including driver education, defensive driving, or passenger vehicle instruction, may be offered based on community demand, program needs, instructor qualifications, certifications, and applicable approvals.

This grant-supported instructional position is responsible for delivering effective instruction, developing course materials, maintaining participant records, tracking outcomes, and providing…