Program Instructor | Drivers Education Behind-the-Wheel Teacher| Year round

Elk River Independent School District 728; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 68,880 - 71,635; Part time

Job summary

Elk River Independent School District 728 is seeking a Program Instructor for the Drivers Education Behind-the-Wheel program. The role involves delivering behind-the-wheel instruction for Class D drivers, using the instructor's vehicle equipped with a safety brake, and ensuring safe, supervised practice for students.

The position requires a Minnesota Teaching License, Traffic Safety Education certificate, and a valid Class D license, with flexibility to accommodate a varied schedule within

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a current, not expired Minnesota Teaching License.
• Must possess a valid, unexpired Traffic Safety Education certificate.
• Must possess a valid Class D Driver's License for 3 years.
• Must provide own vehicle with safety brake for Behind-the-Wheel instruction.
• Must maintain required vehicle insurance for the vehicle used for Behind-the-Wheel training.
• Must be able to work with individuals with a wide range of skills.
• Must have knowledge of the classroom curriculum for class D motor vehicles.
• Must have good organizational skills and demonstrate dependability, promptness, and punctuality.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must possess effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach behind-the-wheel driver instruction to novice or beginning drivers, of all ages.
• Observe students' driving ability and provide constructive feedback to improve driving skills.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and other opportunities as scheduled to develop skills.
• Maintain communication and professional customer service toward parents, staff participants, and the general public as a representative of Elk River Community Education Driver's Education Program.
• Complete and submit required paperwork and documentation in a timely manner as assigned by the Coordinator.
• Report any concerns or problems to the Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Program Instructor | Drivers Education Behind-the-Wheel Teacher| Year round JobID: 19121

• Position Type:
  Community Education/ Program Instructor
  
  
• Date Posted:
  7/22/2026
  
  
• Location:
  Community Education
  
  
• Date Available:
  ASAP
  
  

Wage: $51.15/hour

Description:
To provide required behind-the-wheel instruction to operate a class D motor vehicle according to the Minnesota Driver Education Rules. Instructor provides vehicle with safety brake.

Job Summary:

• Support the District's mission and values at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of current and past participants of the Driver's Education Program.
• Teach behind the wheel driver to novice or beginning drivers, of all ages.
• Conduct each lesson with all concern for DRIVING SAFELY.
• Observes student's driving ability and provide constructive feedback to help improve driving skills.
• Develop skills and abilities necessary to carry out assigned duties by attending meetings, in-service trainings, and other opportunities when scheduled.
• Maintain communication and professional customer service toward parents, staff participants, and the general public as a representative of Elk River Community Education Driver's Education Program.
• Attend all required staff meetings.
• Complete and submit required paperwork and documentation in a timely manner as assigned by the Coordinator.
• Report any concerns or problems to the Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a current, not expired, Minnesota Teaching License.
• Must possess a valid, unexpired Traffic Safety Education certificate.
• Must possess a valid class D Driver's License for 3 years.
• Must provide own vehicle with safety brake for Behind-the-Wheel instruction.
• Must maintain required amount of vehicle insurance for the vehicle used for Behind-the-Wheel training.
• Must be able to work with individuals with a wide range of skills.
• Must have knowledge of the classroom curriculum for class D motor vehicles.
• Must have good organizational skills and demonstrate dependability, promptness, and punctuality.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must possess effective oral and written communication skills.

Schedule:

• Flexibility to work a varied schedule; schedule set by driving instructor and student demand.
• Highly recommend also applying for open ISD 728 posting for:
  • Behind the Wheel Instructor
  • Positions can be combined for employee to work a total of 40+ hours per week between a combination of hours as classroom instructor and Behind-the-Wheel instructor.

Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.

Postings current as of 7/26/2026 5:27:06 PM CST.

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