Driver's Education

Exempt

The Driver Education Teacher provides classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction to students enrolled in a state-approved driver education program. The teacher promotes safe, responsible, and lawful driving practices while helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become safe drivers in accordance with Vermont Agency of Education requirements and Vermont motor vehicle laws.

• Plan and deliver engaging driver education curriculum aligned with Vermont standards and state requirements
• Teach topics including:
• • Traffic laws and regulations
  • Defensive driving techniques
  • Vehicle operation and maintenance
  • Driver responsibility and decision-making
  • Effects of alcohol, drugs, fatigue, and distracted driving
  • Hazard recognition and risk reduction
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and instructional records
• Administer and evaluate classroom assignments, assessments, and examinations
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment

• Provide supervised behind-the-wheel driving instruction in accordance with Vermont requirements
• Teach students practical driving skills, including:
• • Vehicle control
  • Parking
  • Turning and lane changes
  • Highway and rural driving
  • Adverse weather driving
  • Emergency response procedures
• Monitor student performance and provide constructive feedback
• Ensure all safety procedures are followed during driving instruction
• Inspect instructional vehicles before and after use and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly

• Communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, school personnel, and administrators regarding student progress and concerns
• Encourage responsible decision-making and safe driving habits
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and information

• Ensure compliance with:
• • Vermont Agency of Education regulations
  • Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles requirements
  • School district policies and procedures
• Maintain all required documentation for classroom and driving instruction hours
• Participate in required trainings and professional development activities
• Assist with scheduling driving sessions and coordinating program logistics

Reports to the Building Principal or designated administrator.

May oversee or coordinate the work of support staff or volunteer assistants as assigned.

• Bachelors degree preferred
• Experience in teaching, driver training, or related instructional work preferred
• Experience working with adolescents preferred

• Valid Vermont Professional Educator License preferred or required per district policy
• Vermont Driver Education Endorsement required
• Valid Vermont Drivers License with a safe driving record required
• Completion of a Vermont-approved driver education instructor training program is required

• Knowledge of Vermont traffic laws and driver education standards
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in stressful or emergency situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, and staff
• Basic computer proficiency and recordkeeping skills

• Ability to sit for extended periods while supervising driving instruction
• Ability to enter and exit vehicles frequently
• Ability to observe student driving performance and roadway conditions continuously
• Ability to communicate clearly in classroom and vehicle settings
• Exposure to varying weather and driving conditions
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required

• Salary and work year established by district contract or school board policy
• Employment subject to successful background check and driving record review

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required of personnel assigned to this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.