Instructor, Driver's Education

State-of-Georgi; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Regional Technical College is hiring a Drivers Education Instructor to teach classes in coordination with Joshua’s Law and Georgia DDS guidelines. The role covers classroom and on-road instruction, curriculum development, and progress reporting in a safety-focused environment.

You will collaborate with staff to plan lessons, manage student behavior, and participate in professional development to support program goals. Compensation is hourly and aligned with experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license required.
• Certification as Driver Training Instructor required after DDS online training.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Drivers’ Education classes per Joshua’s Law and DDS guidelines.
• Coordinate classroom and over-the-road instruction with safety and compliance.
• Develop lesson plans, materials, and records of progress and attendance.
• Manage student behavior and maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and program planning activities.

Skills

Lesson planning

Vocational knowledge

Delivery skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Instructor, Driver's EducationAgency:Southern Regional Technical CollegeJob Requisition ID:JR0000002775Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:$25/HOURJob Description:JOB SUMMARYUnder general supervision, the Drivers Education Instructor will be responsible for instructing Drivers’ Education classes according to Joshua’s Law and the requirements set forth by the Georgia Department of Driver Services and the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. Instructors will coordinate, teach and assist students in the classroom and over the road in developing skills necessary to obtain a Class C Driver’s LicenseMAJOR DUTIESAssesses students’ skills, knowledge and/or abilities pertaining to driving (e.g. driving skills, related knowledge, progress, expectations, goals, insurance, etc.) for the purpose of providing feedback to students and administration;Collaborates with a variety of parties for the purposes of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum;Coordinates driver’s education program (e.g. components, support needs, materials, equipment/supplies, teaching strategies, reserving space, driving range setup, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items while meeting grant/program guidelines;Instructs students (e.g. car control, defensive driving strategies, handling emergencies, driving in adverse conditions, auto safety, etc.) for the purpose of developing driving skills and knowledge pertaining to rules of the road and according to Joshua’s Law and the requirements set forth by the Georgia Department of Driver Services and the Governor’s Office Of Highway Safety;Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and an optimal learning environment.Participates in a variety of trainings, meetings, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions;Prepares teaching materials, documents and a variety of manual and electronic documents, files and records (e.g. grades, attendance, pass/fail reports) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress while proving necessary information to appropriate parties;Reports incidents for the purpose of providing appropriate time and/or schedule for drivers training;Participates in assessment, planning, budgeting, and professional development activities; andPerforms other duties as assigned.COMPETENCIESSkill in developing lesson outlines and materialsKnowledge of vocational area of assignmentSkill in presenting subject matterSkill in the use of computers and job-related software programsOral and written communicationMINUMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust be at least 21 years of agePossess a High School Diploma or GEDPossess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s licensePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSIn addition to the minimum qualifications:Experience teaching in secondary educationA background in driver’s education which includes a combination of classroom, driving range, and over-the-road instruction in the safe operation of a motor vehicle.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSHourlySalary commensurate with qualifications and relevant experienceNot eligible for benefitsNOTICESFor assistance/accommodations with the application/interview process, contact April Bentley, Human Resources Director at [e-mail] or 229-217-4255.All required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment.References will be checked.Post offer requirements following a conditional offer of employment to include a criminal history records check, a motor vehicle records check, and as applicable, pre-employment/random drug testing, credit history records check, fingerprinting records check, medical examination, psychological screening, and test for deception.SRTC STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITYEqual opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.Southern Regional Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.The following person(s) have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Darbie Raines and Mary Beth Watson. At Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC), the Title IX (student complaints) and Section 504 Coordinator is Darbie Raines, SRTC-Moultrie 800 Veterans Parkway North, Moultrie, GA 31788, Building A, [phone], [e-mail]. The Title VI, VII, and Title IX (employee complaints) Coordinator is Mary Beth Watson, SRTC-Moultrie 800 Veterans Parkway North, Moultrie, GA 31788, Building A, [phone], [e-mail] .Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or GED AND must be 21 years of age AND valid driver's license. Note: Must become a certified Driver Training Instructor by successfully completing the DDS-provided on-line training and passing the Driver Training Instructor s examination on the content of Joshua s Law, the Teenage and Adult Driver Responsibility Act (TADRA) and the Georgia driver s manual. Undergo a motor vehicle records check and meet the driving standards established in the Technical College System of Georgia Driver Qualification Procedure. Undergo a state and national criminal history records check and meet the employment standards outlined in the TCSG Background Investigations Procedure and accompanying DDS requirements. Undergo a physical examination and be certified by the examining physician as meeting the requirements for service as a Driver Training Instructor. Undergo and receive a negative finding/result on a five (5) panel drug test.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.