CDL Instructor

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES; City of Auburn (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES is looking for a part-time Adult Education CDL Instructor to teach and train students in obtaining their Class A/B CDLs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching and driving, with responsibilities including effective instruction, documentation, and mentorship of students. This role offers flexible evening and weekend hours and aims to provide support until students successfully achieve their licenses.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Commercial Driver's License Class A.
• At least two years of driving experience or two years of teaching in truck driving course work.
• Must possess a good driving record with DOT/DMV.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Class A and B CDL in person and support over-the-road training.
• Maintain documentation and assess student performance.
• Provide constructive feedback and counseling as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Instructional skills

Respect and dignity

Job description

Job Title: Adult Education CDL Instructor - Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES CDL Program (part-time)

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES is seeking an Adult Education Part-time Instructor. This person will be responsible for teaching, training, and evaluating 10+ students per semester and ensuring students obtain Class A/ B CDL. The best candidate will have the right blend of teaching experience, expertise working with students of all ages and backgrounds, and passion for helping students. Instuction will happen in the evenings and on the weekends.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to provide instruction that will achieve the specific goals and objectives of the course; ability to create a meaningful learning environment; ability to communicate effectively with students and staff; ability to treat all persons with respect, and dignity; and, ability to observe the stated policies and procedures of the organization.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instruct Commercial Driver’s License Class A and B in person.
• Instruct students in one-on-one.
• Support over the road CDL Class A and B training.
• Maintain proper documentation, including attendance, tracking, evaluations, etc.
• Assess student performance, identify any gaps, and provide additional assistance as necessary.
• Counsel students as needed regarding skill issues and adherence to DOT regulations.
• Train students in areas of weakness through constructive feedback and adult learning processes.
• Assume responsibility for coaching and mentoring each student until the student successfully obtains Class A/B CDL.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must hold a current Commercial Driver's License Class A
• Must possess and maintain a good driving record with DOT/DMV
• At least two years of driving experience must have occurred within the last five years, OR two years of teaching in truck driving course work at the post-secondary level within the last three years

Pay: $32.40hr

Interested candidates should send resume, letter of interest, and 3 references to:
Doug Tomandl, Director of Adult Education
1879 West Genesee Street Road
Auburn, NY 13021
or email directly to [e-mail]