Instructor, Truck Driver Training - Adjunct

Posting Details Position Information Job Title Instructor, Truck Driver Training - Adjunct Full Time/Part Time Part-time Job Description Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College areresponsible for supporting student success by creating an optimumlearning environment, responding to student needs, managingeffective instructional activities, modeling employability skills,demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative workrelationships with other faculty and staff, supporting collegeadministrative requirements, and maintaining competency in theirinstructional field. He/she will be responsible for qualityinstruction and for effective participation and interest in thetotal affairs of the college. Under general supervision, this individual will prepare and teachcourses to students enrolled in the Truck Driver Training program.The faculty member must be able to instruct a wide variety oftopics within the curriculum, including classroom and over-the-road( OTR ) instruction and may be required to teach day, eveningand/or weekend hours. Duties/Functions Teaching developing learner centered lesson plans employing teaching strategies & instructional materials fordifferent learning styles incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technologyin classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments creating and modeling a quality learning environment thatsupports a diverse student population preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional supportmaterials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials,instructional media and other devices as appropriate conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomesin courses and programs/general education as appropriate Professional Development participating in professional development activities tomaintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials orlicensures as required by program or accreditation participating in professional development opportunities toadvance teaching skills and strategies Administration maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep ofassigned equipment providing for the security of facilities, equipment andinstructional materials and maintaining safe workingconditions maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) inaccordance with established deadlines using a variety oftechnology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor,Moodle) complying with all applicable college, state and federal rulesand regulations Student Support addressing student concerns in a timely manner promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success referring students to campus and community resources whenappropriate Demonstrate and model the College's employability skills:adaptability, communication, information processing, problemsolving, responsibility and teamwork. Additional Duties and Responsibilities Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor. Contacts Program Director, Truck Driver Training Education Required High School diploma or equivalency. Current and valid NC Class "A" driver’s license or ability to obtain license prior to start of class. Education Preferred Associate's degree from a regionally accredited post-secondaryinstitution. Experience Required Four years of experience as a licensed operator of a motorvehicle with a current and clean driving record. Three years of relevant industry experience as a Class 'A'(tractor trailer driver) in over the road ( OTR ) 48 stateoperation in all types of weather and terrain. One year as a driver trainer or a graduate from a truck drivertraining school. Teaching and/or industry training experience in truck drivertraining topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses,training sessions to include behind the wheel, conductingprofessional development workshops, and/or other continuingeducation seminars. Experience Preferred Greater than three years of relevant industry experience as aClass 'A' (tractor trailer driver) in over the road ( OTR ) 48state operation in all types of weather and terrain. Owner/Operator experience. Greater than one year as a driver trainer. Experience with NC Department of Transportation, state, andfederal laws and regulations related to truck driver, drivingsafety and health practices. Post-secondary teaching experience. Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes Experience with distance learning and/or alternateinstructional delivery systems KSA Required The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment tothe nature and role of the Community College, particularly its"open door" policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal andprofessional competence for the responsibilities assigned. TheInstructor must be able to: Multi-task Support the Vision and Mission of the College Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments. Create and maintain a learner centered environment Communicate effectively Ability to effectively implement and apply technologysolutions. Department/Job Specific Requirements Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates asrequired; other required trainings may be added as needed): Reporting Requirements Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire;annual refresher thereafter) Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresherthereafter) Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annualrefresher thereafter) Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annualrefresher thereafter) Linking Student Learning Outcomes (within 30 days of hire) Moodle Certification (if teaching online or hybrid - within 30days of hire) Physical Demands Daily hours vary and may include evenings and weekends. Use technology according to industry standards. Travel may be involved. Other Criminal history checks, with acceptable results, arerequired. No revocation or suspension of driver’s license in the last fiveyears. Not have convictions for moving violations totaling five or morepoints in the last three years. No felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving moralturpitude within the last ten years. Successful completion of Department of Transportation ( DOT )physical examination and drug test upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.