Behind-the-Wheel Driving Instructor

Young World Physical Education; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Community Unit School District 50 seeks a Driver's Education Teacher at Harvard High School to supervise behind-the-wheel instruction, provide real-time feedback, and ensure safe driving practices in a controlled setting.

The successful candidate will hold a PEL or be eligible, possess endorsements in Secondary Education and Behind the Wheel Instruction, and have a valid driver's license; teaching experience and collaboration with staff are valued.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a record of effectiveness in their teaching
• Must have excellent planning and organization skills
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively with others
• Must have strong verbal communication skills
• Must model a desire and willingness to learn, constantly seeking ways to improve continually

Responsibilities

• Provide Behind-the-Wheel Instruction – Supervise students while they practice driving, ensuring they adhere to traffic laws and demonstrate safe driving behaviors on the road.
• Assess Driving Skills – Evaluate students’ driving performance during practical driving sessions, providing real-time feedback to help them improve their skills.
• Ensure Safety – Maintain a safe and controlled vehicle environment, ensuring the student and instructor follow all safety protocols during instruction.
• Develop Driving Routes – Plan and select appropriate driving routes to expose students to various traffic situations, intersections, road types, and driving conditions to broaden their experience.
• Provide Constructive Feedback – Offer detailed feedback after each session, identifying strengths and areas for improvement in the student’s driving technique.
• Monitor Student Behavior – Ensure students exhibit appropriate behavior during driving lessons, staying calm and focused on the task of driving while maintaining a professional and safe learning environment.
• Document Progress – Keep detailed records of each student’s driving lessons, noting skills learned, areas needing improvement, and overall progress toward becoming a proficient driver.
• Ensure Compliance with Traffic Laws – Teach and reinforce compliance with local, state, and federal traffic laws while driving, helping students understand the importance of legal and responsible driving. Adapt to Individual Needs – Tailor driving instruction based on each student’s abilities, adjusting lesson plans and guidance as needed to ensure a personalized approach to learning.
• Manage the schedule schedule of students for classroom and behind the wheel instruction

Education

PEL license

Endorsement in Secondary Education

Endorsement in Behind the Wheel Instruction

Job description

Harvard Community Unit School District 50 seeks a Driver's Education Teacher at Harvard High School to supervise behind-the-wheel instruction, provide real-time feedback, and ensure safe driving practices in a controlled setting.

The successful candidate will hold a PEL or be eligible, possess endorsements in Secondary Education and Behind the Wheel Instruction, and have a valid driver's license; teaching experience and collaboration with staff are valued.