CDL Instructor- Staff Instructor III

Kentucky Community & Technical College System; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluegrass Community and Technical College is hiring a full-time instructor with a broad background in CDL. The instructor will teach various formats within the CDL Program which includes Hybrid (online) lecture, competency based, and hands on labs.

This position will work day and some evening hours on the Leestown Campus. Based on Workforce demand, instruction could take place in other communities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years’ verifiable CDL driving experience as a CDL Class A driver with a clean driving record.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Associates Degree or Higher (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction so CDL students are well-educated and able to pass written CDL-A permit test, as well as pre-trip, skills, and road tests.
• Continually evaluate student performance and document progress through attendance forms and checklists.
• Identify gaps and provide additional help as needed while monitoring progress.
• Emphasize safety concepts, principles, and procedures.
• Ensure that the trucks are safe, clean, and well-maintained.
• Provide Bluegrass CDL students with quality training, while maintaining organized records and other various departmental responsibilities.

Skills

Commitment to excellence

Diversity experience

College mission alignment

Job description

Job Summary

Bluegrass Community and Technical College is hiring a full-time instructor with a broad background in Commercial Driver Licensing (CDL). The instructor will teach various formats within the CDL Program which includes Hybrid (online) lecture, competency based, and hands on labs. This position will work day and some evening hours on the Leestown Campus. Based on Workforce demand, instruction could take place in other communities as needed.

Job Duties:

• Provide instruction so CDL students are well-educated and able to pass written CDL-A permit test, as well as pre-trip, skills, and road tests.
• Continually evaluate student performance and document progress through attendance forms and checklists.
• While monitoring student progress, identify any gaps and provide additional help as needed.
• Emphasize safety concepts, principles, and procedures.
• Ensure that the trucks are safe, clean, and well-maintained.
• Provide Bluegrass CDL students with quality training, while maintaining organized records and other various departmental responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years’ verifiable commercial driving experience as a CDL, Class A driver with a clean driving record.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching CDL, Class A courses.
• Associates Degree or Higher

Additional Skills Requested:

• Strong commitment to excellence in teaching
• Experience working with a diverse population
• Commitment to the mission of the College

Position Details

• Salary Range: $4014- $5017
• Contract Term Length: 12 Months
• Standard Hours: 37.5 per week
• Work Location: On-Site
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• College: Bluegrass Community & Technical College
• Campus Location: Bluegrass C&TC - Leestown Campus
• Department: Advancement and Workforce Development

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