Driver's Education Instructor at Technical College System of Georgia in Clarkesville

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Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Driver's Education Instructor Agency: North Georgia Technical College Job Requisition ID: JR0000006556 Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America) Compensation Details: Job Description: POSITION: Driver’s Education Instructor; Part-Time LOCATION: All Campuses DESCRIPTION: The Driver's Education Instructor provides classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction to prepare students to become safe, responsible, and confident drivers. The instructor teaches state-approved curriculum, delivers one-on-one driving instruction in an approved driver's education vehicle, and promotes safe driving practices and compliance with Georgia traffic laws. Some major duties include: Teaching state-approved driver education classroom courses using approved materials that meet the requirements of Joshua’s Law Providing one-on-one behind-the-wheel instruction in an approved driver education vehicle Instructing students on vehicle operation, defensive driving, traffic laws, and safe driving practices Strong commitment to student safety and welfare Evaluating student performance and maintaining required records Using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint for communication and instruction Maintaining a safe, positive, and professional learning environment Working collaboratively with students, parents, and colleagues MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate’s degree from an accredited institution Seven (7) years of work experience Must have held a valid driver’s license for a minimum of ten (10) years Clear Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Ability to pass DOT physical, pre-employment and random drug testing, and complete a state-approved Driver Education Instructor Qualification course and pass all required examinations PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution Ten (10) years of work experience Held a valid driver’s license for fifteen (15) years Prior teaching, training, coaching, or instructional experience Experience in public safety, law enforcement, emergency services, transportation, or related field Experience working with teenagers, young adults, or student populations Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. North Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its