Part-Time CDL Instructor

Salary: $35.00 - $60.00 Hourly
Location : Merancas Campus - Huntersville
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 2026-00185
Unit: AA-Applied Programs
Department: Truck Driver Training
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
For part-time/adjunct faculty only:: Paid by course
Projected average hours of work per week:: 15 to 20


General Function


Central Piedmont Community College is a comprehensive institution which places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the college.

Duties and Responsibilities

I. Mastery of Subject Matter a. Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline.
b. Display an ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of their field or discipline.
c. Connect their subject matter with related fields.
d. Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, involvement in
professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops.
e. Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate.

II. Teaching Performance a. Teach a course load appropriate to their field or discipline.
b. Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
c. Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students.
d. Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
e. Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the internet, telecourses, interactive technology,
when appropriate.
f. Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through
appropriate assignments.
g. Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course
objectives.
h. Incorporate core competencies into curriculum.
i. Develop, update, and post course syllabi in a timely manner.

III. Evaluation of Student Learning a. Establish meaningful learning student learning outcomes for courses/programs.
b. Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning
outcomes.
c. Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to
promote maximum learning.
d. Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to division
administrator each semester according to established deadlines.
e. Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.

IV. Support of College Policies and Procedures a. Teach classes as assigned in a multi-campus environment.
b. Teach credit or non-credit courses within field or discipline as needed.
c. Post and maintain regular office hours to ensure accessibility to colleagues and to students for
advisement and consultation.
d. Serve as faculty advisor within the current college advisement system.
e. Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections
in accordance with program and divisional policies.
f. Maintain confidentiality of student information.
g. Substitute for other instructors within field or discipline in case of an absence.
h. Exercise stewardship of college facilities and materials.
i. Record and provide attendance data in accordance with College Policies and Procedures.
V. Participation in College, Division, and Program Activities
a. Serves on college, divisional, and program committees as assigned.
b. Participate in meeting and events required by the college, division, and program
administrators.
c. Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from college, division, and program
administrators.
d. Support both part-time and full-time colleagues.
e. Contribute to program and division curriculum development processes.
f. Participate in graduation ceremonies
g. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff
and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team.

VI. Contribution to Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs a. Maintain familiarity with college goals, mission, and long-range plans.
b. Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and
channels.
c. Participate in professional activities that contribute to the educational goals on the college and
its constituents.
d. Perform professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, missions, and plans
of the college, division, and programs.
e. Participate in the marketing, recruitment, and retention of students, faculty and staff.

Minimum Requirements and Preferred Qualifications
• Two years of experience driving a tractor-trailer
• Possession of a valid NC Class A Commercial driver's license (or possession of a valid out-ofstate CDL and agreement to obtain NC CDL within sixty (60) days of hire in accordance with NC
DOT residency requirements); and maintenance of license for duration of employment (in
accordance with NC DOT regulations)
• Possession of a clean driving record for past three years at time of hire; and maintenance of a
clean driving record for duration of employment (in accordance with NC DOT regulations)
• Successful completion of a DOT physical examination in accordance with NC DOT regulations.
• Successful completion of the DMV skills test administered by a third party, paid for
by CPCC, within ninety (90) days of hire
• Must be willing and able to work both nights and weekends consistently, including Sundays.

NOTE: Licenses and/or certifications used for credentialing purposes must be kept current by
the employee, unless noted otherwise.

Preferred Qualifications: • Associate degree in Heavy Equipment or related field
• Current ASE Certification
• Prior teaching experience

Additional Information

Working Conditions: • Classes taught outside on CDL Pad for lab instruction. Exposure to weather is common.
• Nights and weekend availability, including Sundays are expected, as this is a 7- day/week program.
Central Piedmont is happy offer several benefits to part-time employees including:

• supplemental retirement
• 529 College Savings plan
• use of fitness centers
• State Employees' Credit Union (SECU)
• employee and State employee discounts
• free parking
• (prorated, if eligible)
• (4 to 8 weeks, prorated, if eligible)

To learn more details, visit our to see the Part-Time Summary of Benefits.
01


Do you have two years of experience driving a tractor-trailer?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have a valid NC Class A Commercial driver's license (or possession of a valid out-of-state CDL and agreement to obtain NC CDL within sixty (60) days of hire in accordance with NC DOT residency requirements), and maintenance of license for duration of employment (in accordance with NC DOT regulations)?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have a Passenger (P) endorsement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question