NYS MV-524 Certified Driving Instructor

Overview Description Skip Barber Racing School was founded in 1975 by John “Skip” Barber. More than four decades later, under reinvigorated stewardship, Skip Barber Racing School is the market leader in a fully integrated system of racing schools, race series, race teams and driving schools at iconic tracks across the United States. Skip Barber has placed drivers on the podium in nearly every facet of motorsports. Position Summary: This position requires New York State MV-524 certification and is responsible for coaching new and experienced drivers of varied ages in the Skip Barber Driving Academy. Candidates will also operationally support events, including setup, vehicle cleaning, teardown, etc. Our clients’ experience and safety are dependent upon the quality of the work of this position, so the ability to perform consistently to the highest standards is critical. Responsibilities Embody the Skip Barber brand and legacy. Deliver world-class coaching, modules, and curriculum. Teach with passion and compassion, with a focus on reducing risk and developing safer drivers. Present classroom instruction on white board and PowerPoint. Immediately recognize risky driving and de-escalate. Quickly adapt to learning and listening characteristics of clients. Explain complex driving techniques in a simple, brief, and clear manner. Setup classroom, driving modules, cones, and service vehicles. Assist in Pit Lane activities, including but not limited to, flagging, stop box, cone duty, assisting students into and out of racecars, and keeping racecars clean. Assist in the loading and unloading of trailers containing racecars, racecar parts, tires, or other supplies or components. Other duties as assigned by company management. Qualifications Must posses a valid NYS MV-524 Driving School Instructor Certificate Issued by the the Bureau of Driver Training Programs Ability to explain driving methods and theory in simple, clear, and brief terms to an extremely wide range of client personalities. Ability to accurately evaluate driver behavior while observing from passenger seat or outside the vehicle. Ability and desire to work as part of a team. Ability to work outdoors, as well as indoors, and at times, in inclement weather. Ability to work a schedule that includes weekends for programs and events, and at times, late nights. Currently has, and is able to maintain, a clean driving record so as to be able to drive Company vehicles on and off site as needed. Work independently, maintain focus, and complete tasks correctly in the assigned time. Be open and willing to learn SBRS operating, coaching, and event procedures. Maintain a dependable attendance record. Maintain a positive attitude and act professionally in front of team members and clients, including maintaining appearance and apparel per Company policy. Follow all Company policies and procedures, particularly those involving safety. While performing the duties of this position the candidate is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, and use his/her hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and to safely operate company service vehicles and race cars with the utmost focus on safety. Is regularly required to speak and to listen, not only to provide and receive verbal direction, but occasionally to be able to warn or be warned of impending danger. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr Skip Barber Racing School LLC