Driver Retraining Instructor

About the Role

Teach driver retraining courses within the Division of Workforce Partnerships, Transportation Education.

Responsibilities

• Distribute syllabus, with all agreed-upon elements, to each student at the first scheduled class session.
• Teach approved curriculum adopted and developed by the college and according to guidelines outlined in applicable RI General Laws.
• Engage in high-quality instruction in a diverse, inclusive and student-centered environment and the ability to work with students with various cultures, identities, and life-experiences.
• Use technology to enhance instruction, communicate effectively with students and colleagues, and complete program record keeping and reporting requirements.
• Work creatively in all classes taught to discourage student withdrawal and maintain satisfactory retention.
• Understand the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and adhere to CCRI’s policies and procedures for responding to student requests for accommodations.
• Accurately maintain attendance records and grades in accordance with program policies and submit written reports of pertinent information to the Program Coordinator.
• Collaborate with others to update and/or revise curriculum and offer feedback regarding other program components as needed.
• Attend in-service training, program meetings, and other program-related events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution of higher education.
• 5 years’ experience with driver retraining programs.
• A valid Rhode Island operator’s license with no conviction for any felony or misdemeanor (e.g., driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs) for a period of not less than 5 years immediately preceding the date of application.
• Ability to teach from an established standardized curriculum.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current education methodologies and techniques.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
• Outstanding communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students and colleagues.
• Ability to utilize technology to support program-related activities such as teaching, correspondence with coordinator, accessing course rosters, grading students, etc.
• Applicants will be required to successfully complete applicable training depending on the program they are interested in teaching. Applicable required training will be provided to selected candidates.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment visa including student visas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English and Spanish) strongly desired.