Driver's Education Behind-the-Wheel Instructor - Canby School District

Canby School District is hiring multiple behind-the-wheel instructors for the Driver's Education program. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking for part-time work and a way to contribute to the Canby community!

About This Position

Behind-the-wheel instructors conduct driving lessons for students (primarily ages 15-17) with varied levels of experience. This position is on the road in real time driving in a driver's education training car with a passenger side brake pedal. This position requires scheduling flexibility, as the number of lessons scheduled each day/each week cannot be guaranteed. This position is part-time and may include weekends.  Daylight and night time driving hours are required.

General Duties

• Provide driving instruction to help make students safe and responsible drivers
• Follow the PLAYBOOK curriculum and flow chart as outlined by the program
• Learn and understand the drive routes provided; familiarity with the city of Canby is helpful
• Represent Canby School District Driver Education Program as a skilled professional driving instructor
• Keep training cars neat and report mechanical problems immediately
• Fill car with gas at the end of each shift
• Communicate to families and students any areas of opportunity to work on while practicing behind-the-wheel sessions at home
• Complete drive assessment documentation for each student at the end of behind-the-wheel sessions
• Communicate with and respond to Driver Education coordinator in a timely manner
• Other duties as required by the Driver Education coordinator

Minimum Requirements

• Successful completion of the Western Oregon University Traffic Safety Education course
• Residency in the state of Oregon; must have held a valid Oregon driver's license for at least five years with a clean driving record
• Access to a cell phone
• 21 years of age or older
• Have or obtain current CPR/First Aid certification
• Successful completion of criminal background check
• Comfortable driving in all weather conditions day and night

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in the car for long periods
• Lift 20-30-lbs of equipment/cones out of the trunk when required
• Ability to get in and out of an automobile several times a day, react quickly to emergencies, and properly use the instructor brake.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of current Oregon traffic laws
• Must be reliable and punctual and enjoy working with teens and families

Applicant agrees to assume cost and arrange for FINGERPRINT-BASED CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK upon offer of employment.  ($10-$20 at printing; $66 payroll deduction)

Canby School District is an equal opportunity employer and educator. It is the policy of the Canby School District Board of Education and School District that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, national origin, age or disability in any educational programs, activities or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Human Resources Office at the Canby School District Office: (503) 266-7861.