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NuCO2

Entry Level Technician

Halethorpe, MD · On-site

We have an immediate need for an Entry Level Technician who is responsible for conducting safety ... federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from ...

NuCO2

Entry Level Technician

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

We have an immediate need for an Entry Level Technician who is responsible for conducting safety ... federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from ...

NuCO2

Entry Level Technician

Grandville, MI · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

We have an immediate need for an Entry Level Technician who is responsible for conducting safety ... federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from ...

NuCO2

Entry Level Technician

Lakewood, WA · On-site

We have an immediate need for an Entry Level Technician who is responsible for conducting safety ... federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from ...

NuCO2

Entry Level Technician

Nashville, TN · On-site

We have an immediate need for an Entry Level Technician who is responsible for conducting safety ... federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from ...

LHH US

Entry Level Accountant

Independence, OH

$42K - $47K/yr

Entry Level Accountant Location: Start Strong. Learn Fast. Grow Your Career. What You'll Experience ... required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal ...

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Entry Level Accountant

Independence, OH

$42K - $47K/yr

Entry Level Accountant Location: Start Strong. Learn Fast. Grow Your Career. What You'll Experience ... required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal ...

LHH US

Entry Level Accountant

Westlake, OH

$45K - $47K/yr

Entry Level Accountant Location: Westlake, Ohio Are you a recent graduate looking to turn your ... with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as ...

LHH US

Entry Level Accountant

Westlake, OH

$45K - $47K/yr

Entry Level Accountant Location: Westlake, Ohio Are you a recent graduate looking to turn your ... with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as ...

Smartlogisticsgroup

Entry Level Truck Driver

Savannah, GA · On-site

$4K - $9K/yr

Smartlogisticsgroup is seeking a CDL-A entry level truck driver for over-the-road (OTR) operations ... Operate tractor-trailer equipment safely and in compliance with federal, state, and company ...

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Entry Level Truck Driver

Albany, NY · On-site

$4K - $9K/yr

Smartlogisticsgroup is seeking a CDL-A entry level truck driver for over-the-road (OTR) operations ... Operate tractor-trailer equipment safely and in compliance with federal, state, and company ...

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Adult Education Instructor - Commercial Drivers License- Class B (CDL-B)

Adult Education Instructor - Commercial Drivers License- Class B (CDL-B)

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES

Spencerport, NY

$27 - $37/hr

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Posted 5 days ago

Job description


Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is an educational agency serving nine school districts in the New York State counties of Monroe and Orleans:
Brockport, Churchville-Chili, Gates Chili, Greece, Hilton, Holley, Kendall, Spencerport, and Wheatland-Chili. 

Vision: Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is the educational partner of choice. We strive for continuous improvement in serving 
the diverse needs of our community, helping all students achieve their full potential. 

BOCES 2 Core Values: Collaboration, Expertise, Innovation, Integrity, Quality, Respect, and Responsiveness.

PAY SCALE:  $27.00 - $37.00 per hour, based on experience
JOB DESCRIPTION:

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is seeking highly motivated individuals who have served locally or nationally as a bus driver, to share their knowledge and experiences with those individuals who are training to get their CDL-Class B.  Successful candidates will provide instruction in the theory and daily operation of commercial vehicles. All training occurs on a school bus. 

Per Diem - Tuesday & Thursday evenings. Alternate days as needed.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

  1. Preparing and delivering instructional material to assist adult students to learn how to safely and effectively drive automatic transmission school buses to obtain their CDL-B license
  2. Develop/follow course outlines, lesson plans and assessments aligned to Federal Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) programs.
  3. Provide instructional support to students so that they are able to knowledgeably move through the NYS CDL testing process, including road test preparation.
  4. Use a variety of learning materials, equipment, and methods to properly monitor and assess student performance.
  5. Use relevant technology to support instruction.
  6. Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
  7. Providing appropriate feedback during instruction.
  8. Maintaining accurate and complete records of student development and progress throughout the CDL Process.
  9. Provide appropriate on-road guidance and driving instruction to ensure safe student-use of vehicles.
  10. Communicate vehicle needs with the Transportation Coordinator.
  11. Work with students to identify appropriate times for additional practicing, if applicable.
  12. Maintain all safety standards as mandated by Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES
  13. Performing other duties as requested

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: 

  • 21 years of age, or older
  • Three or more years of experience as a school bus driver
  • One or more years as a Driver/Trainer teaching new drivers to obtain their CDL.

Educational: 

  • High School or Equivalency Diploma
  • A valid NYS Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B, with passenger and school bus endorsements)
  • Acceptable drivers' record

Preferred:

  • Be a Certified School Bus Driving Instructor (SBDI)
  • Be a Certified 19a Examiner

Other Qualifications: Must be able to use computers for grade management, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet applications and other applications necessary to fulfill the requirements of the position.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE (Apply Online): Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES - Frontline Recruitment



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