TEMPORARY Texas School Bus Driver Certification Trainer

Temporary Texas School Bus Driver Certification TrainerTemporary - Hourly$25-$30 HourlyReports To: Chief Financial & Operations OfficerPrimary PurposeTo train Region 11 school bus drivers by teaching Texas Department of Public Safety School Bus Driver Safety Training Certification classes.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform any and all duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education/Certification:Currently certified in School Bus Driver Safety Training in TexasHold a valid Texas Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License with Passenger "P" and School Bus "S" endorsements. No "Air Brake" restriction.Special Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of the material included in the school bus driver certification courseKnowledge of and the ability to present training on the operation and safety of school buses and the duties of school bus driversKnowledge of and the ability to present training on the Texas motor vehicle laws pertaining to school busesAbility to teach adults with a variety of learning stylesStrong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skillsDetail-oriented, with an ability to adhere to precise paperwork and documentation requirementsExperience:Minimum of five years of service in Texas public school transportationMinimum of three years of successful administrative and/or supervisory experience in Texas public school transportationMinimum of three years of successfully training adults (preferred)Essential Duties and Responsibilities*This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job elements essential for making fair hiring and pay decisions.**This position may be partially or completely funded using grant and/or federal monies and is assigned programs to include activities designed to enhance the effective and coordinated use of funds.Teach the 20-hour School Bus Driver Certification and eight-hour Recertification courses to Region 11 driversKeep current with and revise course materials and presentations based on Texas Department of Public Safety legal interpretations and legislative mandatesDemonstrate familiarity with the operation of school buses and the duties of school bus driversDemonstrate knowledge of Texas motor vehicle laws pertaining to school busesDemonstrate effective instructional practicesSupervisory DutiesNoneEquipment/Specialized Software UsedEmail, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Audio-Visual equipment, operating a school bus, Google Drive, Dropbox, or other online system for sharing digital files/documents.Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors)Mental: Public relations and people skills are always required, work with frequent interruptions, and maintain professional composure and confidentiality under stress.Physical: Occasional prolonged and irregular hours, ability to move tables and chairs, and load/unload boxes and materials. Ability to set up / break down Audio-Visual equipment. Willingness to use own personal vehicle for frequent region-wide travelEnvironmental: Work with ESC Region 11 Transportation Services staff. Work with School District Transportation staffEvaluationAnnual performance evaluation will be performed in accordance with the adopted policies of the Education Service Center Region 11. Employment in this position is contingent upon performance, need, and funding.