Truck Driver Adjunct Instructor
Job Description
- Duties and Responsibilities
Application Pool NoticeLaredo College continuously accepts applications for part-time (adjunct) instructors to create a pool of candidates for each session/semester. Applications will be reviewed and positions will be filled based on department needs. Applications received for this pool will remain active for one year.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Truck Driver Adjunct Instructor is responsible to provide instruction and monitor teaching/learning effectiveness in the area of Commercial Truck Driving. Instructor will provide students with the understanding and skills necessary to function productively in the transportation industry.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities- Provide instruction that will achieve the specific goals and objectives as stated in the syllabus of the assigned courses and create a wholesome, meaningful learning environment in the classroom. Present a positive attitude toward teacher-student learning relationships.
- Follow daily lesson plans to ensure quality, consistency, and uniformity of instruction and student conduct.
- Keep accurate attendance records and submit required class documents on a timely manner.
- Provide students with information about the goals and requirements of each course, the nature of the course content and the methods of evaluation to be employed including required classroom behavior.
- Measure sure each student’s progress through the use of written exams or performance assessments essential to mastery of unit objectives. Endorse student skill advancement reports and advise students on their progress covering course material. Provide supplemental materials and/or instruction when necessary.
- Be responsible for the efficient and safe operation, care, and appearance of assigned equipment.
- Must be able to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
- Develop and maintain relationships with prospective employers in the truck driving industry so as to keep current with employer demands and facilitate placement for graduating students.
- Represent LC at job fairs, informational fairs, orientations, etc. to present information about the truck driving career, when necessary.
- Work a flexible schedule as determined by instructional activities.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Continuing Education, Dean of Community Education, VP of Instruction and/or President.
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