Adjunct Instructor, CDL Class A Truck Driver Training; POOL

The purpose of this position is to provide instruction for entry-level truck drivers on the operation of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in preparation for the knowledge, inspection, basic controls and road examinations, as required for a CDL “Class A” license. Moreover, it is the responsibility of this position to provide and teach a curriculum that covers classroom and online instruction (Theory), field instruction (Range), and highway training (Behind-the-Wheel) that meets those requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

Additional responsibilities include the following: online class preparation and instruction in Moodle while providing support services to students, monitoring student progress and providing assistance when needed, and maintaining grades. The instructor will be responsible for hosting an orientation session to familiarize students with Moodle and to acquaint them with the rules and regulations governing the course as well as general expectations.

Moreover, the instructor will be responsible for assisting students in the scheduling of their drug screening, DOT physical, and commercial learner’s permit examination. When range and behind-the-wheel training concludes, the instructor will also be expected to schedule all four examinations (knowledge, inspection, basic controls and road) at the DMV for obtaining a CDL “Class A” license.

• Delivers classroom and online instruction (Theory), field instruction (Range), and highway training (Behind-the-Wheel).
• Prepares students to pass the knowledge, inspection, basic controls and road examinations needed for a CDL “Class A” license.
• Leads orientation for those students entering the program.
• Prepares online instruction for theory training through Moodle.
• Maintains an online classroom presence in Moodle and provides online support services to students.
• Assists students in scheduling their drug screening, DOT physical, and commercial learner’s permit exam.
• Conducts evaluations and testing of students in accordance with state and federal code.
• Maintains grade and attendance records for all areas of instruction.
• Records and maintains all necessary documents for state and federal compliance.
• Works with the DMV to schedule all student testing for acquiring a CDL “Class A” license.
• Oversees the implementation of policies and procedures related to required teaching area and in accordance with PCC policies and guidelines.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent;
Must meet all instructor requirements defined in title 49, part 380.605 of the Code of Federal Regulations for entry-level trainers.

Ability to obtain/maintain a class II CDL Class A instructor license for the state of North Carolina.