Driver's Education Instructor

Distinction LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinction LLC in Missouri seeks a qualified driver education instructor to coordinate and facilitate student education in state driving laws on the Job Corps Center. You will teach from an approved curriculum and provide behind-the-wheel instruction to students, helping them develop confidence and safe driving habits.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma (GED accepted), a bachelor’s degree preferred, and are experienced with youth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in any field preferred and experience working with youth.
• Other certification requirements may apply based on state driver’s license program laws and statutes.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students by teaching from approved driver’s education curriculum.
• Provide instruction on the parts and functions of a vehicle and on-road regulations.
• Provide behind-the-wheel driving lessons for students.
• Teach practical skills related to all aspects of driving.
• Help students to develop confidence in their driving skills.
• Identify and apply current state law and regulations applicable to the ownership and operation of a class D vehicle.
• Submit and schedule required documents to Department of Motor Vehicles for students permit and road test.
• Promote the importance of behind-the-wheel safety
• Meet Department of Labor (DOL) and Company statistical goals for assigned area.
• Demonstrate ability to manage classroom environment and classroom discipline for effective learning.
• Demonstrate full knowledge of competency-based instruction, computer management instruction, and cooperative-learning techniques.
• Tailor facilitation to each student by using a variety of instructional approaches in recognition of students’ diverse learning needs and preferences.
• Make recommendations for policy and curriculum revisions.
• Participate in evaluations of student progress.
• Provide appropriate personal and educational guidance to students.

Skills

Driver education

Classroom management

Student engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Distinction, LLC is a Mississippi-based business that oversees operation of the St. Louis Job Corps Center. We are looking for qualified applicants who are enthusiastic, energetic, and purpose-driven.

Working with at-promise youth on a Job Corps Center is both rewarding and fulfilling. We offer competitive pay and a positive work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.

About the role

Coordinates and facilitates student education in state laws and regulations related to driving.

What you'll do

• Provide instruction to students by teaching from approved driver’s education curriculum.
• Provide instruction on the parts and functions of a vehicle and on-road regulations.
• Provide behind-the-wheel driving lessons for students.
• Teach practical skills related to all aspects of driving.
• Help students to develop confidence in their driving skills.
• Identify and apply current state law and regulations applicable to the ownership and operation of a class D vehicle.
• Submit and schedule required documents to Department of Motor Vehicles for students permit and road test.
• Promote the importance of behind-the-wheel safety
• Meet Department of Labor (DOL) and Company statistical goals for assigned area.
• Demonstrate ability to manage classroom environment and classroom discipline for effective learning.
• Demonstrate full knowledge of competency-based instruction, computer management instruction, and cooperative-learning techniques.
• Tailor facilitation to each student by using a variety of instructional approaches in recognition of students’ diverse learning needs and preferences.
• Make recommendations for policy and curriculum revisions.
• Participate in evaluations of student progress.
• Provide appropriate personal and educational guidance to students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school equivalency required. Bachelor’s degree in any field preferred and experience working with youth.
• Other certification requirements may apply based on state driver’s license program laws and statutes.

The pay range for this role is:

43,000 - 47,000 USD per year (St. Louis JCC Main)