Behind the Wheel Instructor

Job Overview

Under general supervision of the Supervisor, this position requires proof of a completed Driver's Education Training Program, which consists of EDU 114 and EDU 214, OR a valid Virginia teaching certificate with a Driver Education endorsement. The endorsed Behind the Wheel (BTW) instructor executes the teaching objectives for learning safe driving skills as outlined by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The purpose of BTW instruction is to provide students the opportunity to gain the skills and experience needed to pass the road skills evaluation to be a licensed driver and to build students' capacity for lifelong, conscientious, and safe driving habits. This position requires applicants to be detail-oriented, analytical observers with excellent communication and leadership skills. Complete adherence to Virginia laws, codes and guidance is of the utmost importance when training students to be responsible citizens as operators of a motor vehicle and roadway users.

Roles and Responsibilities

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

The below information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position of a BTW instructor. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks. Additional or modified work may be required due to the unique circumstances of the learner.

• Maintain an accurate record of student progress within BTW instruction.
• Schedule students' BTW training with each high school point of contact, family and student via communication before the BTW sessions as well as during the required 14 BTW sessions (7 observing sessions and 7 driving sessions per in-car student).
• Submit required payroll and driving records, daily logs, road skills evaluation and special notes of interest to the LCPS central office.
• Develop lesson plans for and provide instruction in the areas of safe operation of a motor vehicle. Lesson plans should provide ample opportunity for defensive and anticipatory driving as students progress to more complex driving environments.
• Evaluate and communicate feedback to students and their families in an ongoing manner relating to students' BTW progress.
• Complete and issue a copy of the Temporary Driver's License (TDL-180) to the parents of students who have successfully completed the BTW program, the school the student attends and the DMV.
• Educate families/guardians about their rights and responsibilities as they pertain to the students' freedoms as a new driver.
• Engage in ongoing professional development relating to BTW instruction.
• Model safe, appropriate passenger behavior as the instructor in the vehicle. Refrain from the use of cell phones or other devices, provide minimal distraction to the observing student and driver, and provide assistance/intervention to the driver when necessary.
• Show sustained effort and enthusiasm for developing responsible, young drivers.

Qualifications

Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.

Education

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

Three (3) years of related work experience

Licenses and Certifications

Must hold a valid Virginia driver's license upon which the Department of Motor Vehicles has not levied more than six (6) demerit points

Must produce a copy of pertinent DMV records must be provided prior to the time of hire and must be provided annually, thereafter

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age

• Must be able to work both inside and outside the vehicle, in all weather conditions deemed safe by the district.
• Basic knowledge of how to safely address various dashboard warning lights and basic vehicle maintenance should be known.
• The ability to lift objects up to 20 pounds and the ability to sit for long periods of time are necessary for this position.
• Being able to clearly see and hear in order to safely operate and instruct in a motor vehicle, in all weather and traffic conditions, is required.
• The BTW instructor must be able to efficiently communicate directions and feedback to students, parents and central office staff in both verbal and written forms.
• Meticulous, legible record keeping is also a basic function of this position.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Hazards

The following provides an overview of typical physical requirements and environmental hazards for this job:

RARE

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

CONSTANT

Lift or move up to 20 pounds

X

Sit

X

Talk

X

Hear

X

See

X

Remain stationary

X

Operate motor vehicle

X

Extreme Heat

X

Extreme Cold

X

Inclement Weather

X

Reports to: Supervisor, Health and Physical Education Office

Months/Days/Hours: as needed

Salary Level: Band 15

Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range: $39.14 hourly