Instructor - CDL & Truck Driving

Waukesha County Technical College; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Waukesha County Technical College seeks an experienced, full-time CDL-A Truck Driving Instructor to inspire, train, and prepare students for successful careers in commercial transportation.

The role includes developing curriculum, delivering instruction, assessing outcomes, and using data to drive program improvement. Collaboration with industry partners and ongoing professional development are essential. Wisconsin residence is required, with immediate start possible.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years or 14,000 hours of current industry experience driving a Tractor Trailer.
• Current Commercial Driver’s License with endorsements at or above the desired class; manual transmission capability required.
• Attain and maintain a WTCS teaching certificate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain course curriculum aligned to standards and outcomes.
• Plan, deliver and facilitate student learning with ongoing quality feedback.
• Assess learning outcomes at course, program, and college levels.
• Collect, report, analyze data to support continuous improvement.
• Use technology to facilitate learning and college processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate as a productive team member.
• Maintain learning resources and equipment.
• Engage in recruitment and retention activities.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and stay current with laws and regulations.

Skills

Curriculum development

Teaching and learning

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Time management

Technology integration

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Independent work

Prioritization

Computer literacy

Education

CDL (Commercial Driver's License)

WTCS teaching certificate

Tools

Video-conferencing tools

Online program tracking platforms

Job description

Waukesha County Technical College is seeking an experienced and dedicated full-time CDL-A Truck Driving Instructor to inspire, train, and prepare students for successful careers in commercial transportation. Through leadership by example, our new team member will provide instruction, administer authentic assessments, and foster an active learning environment that is focused on student foundational competence, success, retention, and completion.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this description.

• Develop and maintain course curriculum. Align curriculum to departmental, state, and/or other applicable standards and outcomes.
• Plan, deliver and facilitate student learning, including providing ongoing quality feedback to students.
• Assess student attainment of learning outcomes and critical life skills (both formative and summative), at the course, program, and college level.
• Collect, report, analyze, and use data to support continuous improvement at the course, program and college level.
• Use technology to facilitate student learning, college processes, and personal productivity.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate as a productive member of a team.
• Maintain college learning resources and equipment.
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities.
• Pursue ongoing professional development, maintain occupational competency, and ensure knowledge of current laws and regulations related to the profession(s) in which instruction is provided.

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated working knowledge of programmatic discipline, curriculum development, effective teaching/learning principles, and evaluation
• Effective interpersonal communication skills - oral, written, active listening, and non-verbal cues
• Strong customer service skills which includes working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to manage time, organize work and meet deadlines
• Ability to effectively integrate technology into instructional delivery and assessment
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal (staff, management, personnel) and external contacts (employers, clients, and vendors)
• Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work and/or the improvement of processes and/or systems
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and/or with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing priorities
• Intermediate level of proficiency with computer software applications such as word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation programs. Knowledge of and familiarity with video-conferencing and technologies associated with adult-centric teaching and learning, as well as within specific programmatic disciplines, which may include web technologies, operating systems, online program tracking platforms, social media platforms, mobile technology tools, and/or AV/multimedia applications and equipment.
• Ability to obtain and keep a FedMed (Department of Transportation Physical Evaluation).
• Ability to pass a DOT Physical and Drug Screen as well as maintain a Commercial Driver License.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Seven (7) years or 14,000 hours of current industry experience driving a Tractor Trailer.
• Must possess a current Commercial Driver’s License with the appropriate endorsements at a level equal to or greater than the desired Class of license being instructed. (Candidates must possess a CDL with all manual transmission limitations removed and be qualified to operate and instruct using manual transmission commercial vehicles.)
• Attain and maintain a WTCS teaching certificate.

Supplemental Information

This position supports the Graphics, Construction and Transportation department and is available to start immediately. This position requires Wisconsin residence.

Internal team members are encouraged to grow their careers at WCTC! To be eligible to apply for a new role, employees must be in their current position for at least six (6) months.

Hours

This is a full-time instructor position on a flexible year-round calendar. Teaching assignments include variable hours, including days, evenings, and/or weekends.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, supplemental life, flex spending accounts, and much more
• Generous time off and holiday schedule
• Eligibility in the Wisconsin Retirement System (ETF)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development (including tuition reimbursement, tuition waiver)
• Well-being activities to support personal and professional well-being
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain that authorization through employment. Verification of employment eligibility will be required upon hire. WCTC does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.