Trainer / Instructor - Transportation

Douglas County School District; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) / 403(b) / 457 plan

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking a Trainer / Instructor - Transportation for the East Transportation location. The role focuses on classroom and hands-on training addressing school bus regulations and safety procedures, and involves evaluating bus drivers and TEA personnel while maintaining audit-ready documentation.

Must complete ELDT Instructor certification, First Aid instructor certification, and Crisis Prevention instructor certification within 5 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current Colorado CDL Class A or B with P&S endorsements is required or strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend safety meetings and training on state, federal, and district requirements.
• Schedule training and testing.
• Maintain documents and records for audits and procedures.
• Evaluate driver and TEA performance for basic skills and compliance.
• Oversee licensing, training, and certificates for drivers.
• Perform classroom and behind-the-wheel bus driver training.
• Prepare written materials (reports, handouts, safety guidelines).
• Maintain knowledge of FMCSR CDL rules and regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

English communication

Google Workspace

Vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting Title

Trainer / Instructor - Transportation

Job Description

Provide classroom and hands‑on training addressing school bus regulations and safety procedures; evaluate bus drivers and transportation educational assistants (TEA) on their knowledge and skills; maintain required documentation for audit and compliance with state, federal, and district requirements, and transporting students. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
• Frequent sitting and standing
• Occasional bending and squatting

Equipment & Vehicles Used

• Heavy duty and light duty vehicles, including all types of buses

Essential Environmental Demands

• Duties will require work to be done outside in the elements (rain, snow, heat, etc.)

Note: Must complete ELDT Instructor certification, First Aid instructor certification, and Crisis Prevention instructor certification within 5 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Attend safety meetings and training relating to State, Federal, and district requirements for the purposes of presenting and/or acquiring information
• Schedule training and testing
• Maintain manual and electronic documents, files, and records for the purpose of providing information for follow up action and/or proper procedures
• Evaluate performance of bus drivers and TEA’s for the purpose of ensuring that basic skills levels are met and are in compliance with state, federal, and district requirements
• Oversee bus driver licensing, training, and certificate status (drivers’ license, physicals, drug screenings, CPR/First Aid, CPI etc.)
• Perform functions of a school bus driver and/or TEA for the purpose of meeting the district’s transportation needs
• Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel bus driver training for the purpose of presenting, reinforcing, and/or developing bus driver and TEA skills
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
• Prepare a variety of written materials (activity reports, training handouts, safety information guideline, driver evaluations, etc.)
• Maintain current knowledge of all FMCSR CDL rules and regulations

Certifications

3rd Party CDL tester and/or Federally Certified Trainer (within first year of employment) - Colorado, Commercial Driver License (CDL) A or B with P,S Endorsements - Colorado, CPI Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado, Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Certification - Colorado, First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado

Education

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Skills

Ability to create and present materials to large audiences., Basic math skills, including fractions, percentages, and/or ratios, Current Colorado CDL (Class A or B) with P&S endorsements, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Google Workspace proficiency, Maintains a generally positive attitude., Observes all District policies and procedures., Operating heavy and light duty vehicles, Preparing and maintaining accurate records, Recent (within last five years) bus driving experience - two (2) or more years., Strong organizational and time management skills, Third Party Tester certification, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions

Position Type

Regular

Primary Location:

East Transportation

One Year Only (Yes Or No)

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week

40

Fte

1.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate

$27.36 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate

$37.01 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range

$27.36 USD - $46.65 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans

This position is eligible for paid vacation, sick and personal time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: December 15, 2026