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Commercial Drivers? License/Professional Truck Driving Instructor

Delta Technical College, an established career college with campuses throughout the Midwest and Mississippi Delta region, is seeking a full CDL/PTD Instructor for our Ridgeland, Mississippi campus.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to train students for entry level employment in the workforce. The CDL/PTD Instructor will teach students in a classroom as well as a hands on driving setting. Delta Technical College believes that hands-on learning is the greatest benefit that instructors can provide to its students

Job Duties:

• Adhere to approved policies and procedures in the conduct of all instructional activities.
• Develop instructional plans and manage the daily routines of a competency-based education.
• Be efficient with planning time by using that time to make copies, lesson plans, posting attendance and grades.
• Begin class on time in an orderly, organized fashion.
• Provide an appropriate, intellectually stimulating instruction, based on the unique abilities of each student.
• Be courteous to and approachable by students.
• Supervise and coordinate class/range activities.
• Assess students? progress in achieving requirements in theory and practice through classroom and range activities.
• Use effective motivation to help stimulate a personal desire to learn the curriculum.
• Assist with disciplinary actions related to students? academics, attendance or conduct.
• Provide additional assistance to students who may be struggling.
• Assist with placement of students, offering reference letters and resources for student placements.
• Attend Professional Advisory Board Meetings, Graduation Ceremonies, monthly program and staff meetings, open houses, ?instructor training?, and other required functions.

Qualifications:

• Must have a valid state issued Commercial Drivers? License.
• Must have a current Medical DOT Card.
• Relevant qualifications, training, and experience in the field of CDL, which must include, at a minimum, three-five years of work experience in the field.
• A clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and successful completion of a background check.
• Have strong organizational skills and a genuine sensitivity to the needs of the students.
• Knowledgeable of the course content and proficient in all skills taught within the program.
• Competent, as evidenced by satisfactory performance of skills, of all competencies taught in curriculum.
• Preparation in educational theory and techniques preferred. This can include formal education, continuing education and/or in-service education.
• Have a professional attitude and manner that reflects the high standards of MTI and the program you represent.
• Join or maintain membership to a professional organization pertaining to the professional responsibilities of MTI and attend conferences for this professional organization as needed.
• Maintain CEU?s as required by your professional organization.

Payment and Compensation:

Delta Technical College offers a competitive wage and compensation package.

Delta Technical College is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Commercial Driving: 3 years (Required)
• Driving: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Required)
• Medical DOT card (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely:

• No