Part-Time Instructor, CDL Training

Job Title Part-Time Instructor, CDL Training Job Description

The CDL Instructor provides quality learning opportunities in order to support South Piedmont Community College students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations by completing training and sitting for their North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Commercial Driver License.

Essential Duties Summary

• Create a learning environment that meets the needs of all learners,
• Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to student learning through dedication to delivery of instruction and services, and to student learning outcomes,
• Master South Piedmont Community College instructional materials,
• Enhance South Piedmont Community College instructional material by contributing additional print and/or video content, or by designing engaging classroom activities,
• Facilitate learning through classroom activities, distance learning experiences, workforce development, and out-of-classroom activities,
• Select and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including textbooks, library resources, equipment, and supplies to enhance learning and to maintain program currency,
• Adopt a personal practice of learning teaching strategies and managing a learning-centered environment,
• Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for the position,
• Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory,
• Actively participate in continuous Program improvement through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels,
• Support learner recruitment activities such as open houses, tours, virtual information sessions, etc.,
• Reflect the College's mission, vision, values, and core skills in all interactions with students, colleagues and community members,
• Ensure accessibility to students and colleagues as expected in a learning-centered college,
• Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following campuses: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus or Tyson Family Center (both in Monroe), in high school and community locations (Anson and/or Union counties), or in a correctional setting (Anson County),
• Accept teaching assignments scheduled during the day, evening, weekends, or online,
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of either:
• An associate's degree, an active Commerical Drivers License (CDL-A), and five (5) or more years of full-time work experience driving tractor trailers, or
• An active Commerical Drivers License (CDL-A), and eight (8) or more years of full-time work experience driving tractor trailers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing,
• Working knowledge and utilization of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications and other technology platforms, and
• Prior experience teaching or training co-workers, apprentices or junior colleagues.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree,
• Prior experience teaching within a community college, a private training organization or an online environment,
• Prior experience developing course material for adult learners,
• Evidence of effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills, and
• Evidence of a career that includes a strong work ethic with a proven track record of project completion, multi-tasking, and the ability to handle high-pressure environments
  
  

Physical Demands Special Conditions Eligibility Summary Eeo Statement Summary

South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number JP00638FY17-18 Open Date Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants