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Moraine Park Technical College

Adjunct Faculty - Truck Driving Instructor

Corporate & Technical TrainingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-time$39.85 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
  • At least two years (4,000 hours) of paid occupational experience related to the program area is required, including one year (2,000 hours) obtained within the past five years. In place of the recent occupational experience requirement, candidates may qualify with two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the past five years, defined as four semesters of full-time teaching or eight semesters of part-time teaching at an accredited institution.
  • A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement is required.
  • Experience with most of the following duties is required: pre-trip and post-trip inspections; shifting manual transmissions; coupling and uncoupling trailers; backing maneuvers into docks and parking places; adjusting mirrors properly; driving a commercial motor vehicle and other hands-on vehicle activities; and emergency driving and skid control techniques.
  • Working knowledge of most of the following is required: truck maintenance and basic repair; regulatory requirements of local, state, and federal agencies in operational or training capacities; current Department of Transportation road evaluation requirements; truck driving laws; various truck and trailer configurations; and scaling requirements and procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations by promoting and maintaining an inclusive work environment and culture that is respectful and accepting of diversity.
  • Must satisfactorily complete required health screening, which may include a criminal background check, drug test, and/or verification of immunizations.
  • Flexible scheduling may be required to include evenings and weekends.
  • The position may require teaching and/or travel to other Moraine Park Technical College campus locations, client or contract work sites, and/or Department of Corrections institutions.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare for and facilitate learning in assigned courses according to the College’s core values.
  • Establish a professional and safe learning environment, model appropriate workplace skills and behavior, and maintain a positive learning climate through classroom management and monitoring and enforcing the Student Code of Conduct.
  • Meet student learning needs by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and assessments.
  • Maintain student confidentiality, records, and documentation as required by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, and submit grades within the expected timeframe.
  • Provide timely verbal and written feedback to students to support their continued growth and development.
  • May participate in curriculum development, implementation, evaluation, and updating.
  • Assist with student recruitment and promote College programs and services.
  • Promote retention and student success by referring students to College services and resources.
  • Maintain ongoing relationships with K-12, Department of Corrections, community, and industry partners beyond the classroom.
  • Maintain proficient knowledge and skills in emerging trends and current occupational practices, complete annual professional development activities in Faculty Quality Assurance Standards competencies, and complete required training.

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to speak and write in English and Spanish in professional settings.
  • Additional endorsements, such as hazardous materials, tank vehicle, double/triple trailers, and/or a combination of tank vehicle and hazardous materials.

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