CDL Training Adjunct Instructor

Title: CDL Training Adjunct Instructor

Agency: Southwest Virginia Community College

Location: Tazewell - 185

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: $40.00-$50.00 per instructional hour

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate's degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking candidates for an adjunct faculty position based on demand. This positionwill provide support to the SWCC Transportation & Logistics program by coordinating and delivering Virginia State CDL Class A & B training. Additional duties may include working with logistics programs such as MSSC Certified Logistics Associate (CLA), Certified Logistics Technician, and Certified Forklift Technician (CFT).

• Teaching responsibilities and scheduling varies
• Primary duties are to coordinate, administer, manage, and deliver non-credit programs
• Responsible for the recruitment, work-based learning opportunities, and job placement of students into workforce and academic program
• Manages the program advisory board(s)
• Defines learning objectives, prepares and teaches classes, creates a student-oriented learning environment, and evaluates student learning in assigned courses
• Engages in curriculum and course development
• Serves as academic advisor
• Serves on college committees and participates in other college activities
• Must be available to teach day, evenings, weekends, and on and off-campus classes in person and online
• Assists in the recruitment, training and support of adjunct instructors within teaching field.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma and 5 years non-teaching work experience as a truck driver
• Possess a current Class A CDL
• Current knowledge of industry issues and practices
• Current knowledge of DMV/DOT regulations
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and work independently
• Must be able to successfully complete background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree
• Experience providing technical education in classroom/small group setting.
• Curriculum development experience
• Have MSSC Certified Logistics Associate (CLA), Certified Logistics Technician (CLT), and Certified Forklift Technician (CFT) or willingness to complete training to earn the credentials.