Driver Education - Behind the Wheel Instructor

Proviso Township High Schools; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Proviso Township High Schools seeks a part-time Driver Education (Behind the Wheel) Instructor for Proviso Math & Science Academy. The role reports to the Behind-the-Wheel Coordinator, Division Head and Building Principal and requires an Illinois driver education license and relevant teaching experience.

The position involves after-school and/or Saturday sessions with an hourly pay rate, adapting to student enrollment and program needs.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educators License with endorsement in Safety & Driver Education (Grades 9-12).
• Master's Degree; Previous high school teaching experience.
• Previous experience teaching IB/AP courses; Multiple endorsements/licenses.

Responsibilities

• Schedule determined based on student enrollment in the program.
• Instruct students behind the wheel for the purpose of developing driving skills and knowledge pertaining to rules of the road.
• Manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe learning environment.
• Maintain and prepare all necessary records and reports.
• All other duties as assigned by administration.

Education

Illinois Professional Educators License with endorsement in Safety & Driver Education (Grades 9-12)

Master's Degree

High school teaching experience

IB/AP course experience

Multiple endorsements/licenses

Job description

Driver Education - Behind the Wheel Instructor JobID: 10090

• Position Type:
  Other Employment
• Date Posted:
  9/3/2026
• Location:
  Proviso Math & Science Academy

OSITION JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Driver's Education (Behind the Wheel) Instuctor
REPORTS TO: Behind-the-Wheel Coordinator, Division Head and Building Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Experience or Training
Valid Illinois Professional Educators License with endorsement in Safety & Driver Education (Grades 9-12)
Desired Experience or Training
Internal Candidate Preferred
Master's Degree; Previous high school teaching experience
Previous experience teaching International Baccalaureate (IB)courses
Previous experience teaching Advanced Placement (AP) courses
Multiple endorsements/licenses
This is a part-time position. The BTW instructor is paid an hourly rate. After school and/ or Saturdays.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Schedule determined based on student enrollment in the program.
• Instruct students behind the wheel for the purpose of developing driving skills and knowledge pertaining to rules of the road.
• Manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe learning environment.
• Maintain and prepare all necessary records and reports.
• All other duties as assigned by administration.

INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD

• Teach to prescribed outcomes and goals
• Use instructional methods that improve student achievement
• Assign and evaluate appropriate student work
• Involve students in learning
• Make effective use of entire class period
• Use appropriate school support and resource materials
• Convey to students learning goals and the importance of material learned
• Be clear in explanations and directions
• Provide continuity in learning activities
• Challenge students by using appropriate questioning strategies
• Speak clearly, audibly, and fluently
• Adjust the teaching pace to assure maximum student understanding
• Provide appropriate remedial and/or enrichment material whenever necessary
• Communicate high expectations for student performance

INSTRUCTIONAL PLANNING

• Establish a positive and safe learning environment
• Revise lesson plans as needed
• Plan instructional examples, illustrations, and time for questions into lessons
• Address different styles of learning by employing a variety of instructional techniques and materials
• Be creative and innovative in the use of curricular and instructional materials

SUBJECT MATTER

• Demonstrate command of subject areas crucial to instructional effectiveness
• Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary instructional research related to the subject area and to the teaching of diverse students
• Remain current in the assigned content area and in the profession
• Demonstrate enthusiasm about subject matter

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES

• Develop, communicate, and enforce a set of classroom rules, policies, procedures, and expectations which are consistent with school and department policies and with learning outcomes
• Monitor student behavior for compliance with classroom rules
• Reinforce/reward appropriate social and academic behavior
• Respond to behavior problems quickly and appropriately
• Have necessary material and equipment available and ensure their appropriate use and care
• Provide and distribute necessary classroom materials in an orderly and efficient manner
• Interact with students in ways which are respectful and friendly, and which reflect an understanding of cultural differences
• Provide students feedback on their knowledge and skill
• Use effective methods to manage student behavior

PROFESSIONALLY RELATED COMPETENCIES

• Participate in review and updating of curricular programs
• Perform promptly the responsibilities stipulated in Board of Education policies and administrative procedures
• Adhere to all personal absences procedures and provides appropriate plans and materials for use by the substitute
• Model and enforce classroom and school rules, policies, and procedures; exemplify the district's mission and beliefs
• Be punctual in arrival times to the building, to classes, and to meetings
• Report promptly student behavior, attendance, and performance to family or guardians and when necessary, refer students to appropriate school personnel; stay in regular communications with parents.
• Cooperate with other educational personnel
• Implement recommendations made in the evaluation and supervisory process