Hourly Driver Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
Secondary Hourly Teachers
Date Posted:
8/26/2026
Location:
Curriculum & Instruction
Date Available:
09/01/2026
Closing Date:
09/03/2026
Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.
Hourly Driver Education Driver Instructor
**Position begins as soon as hire is complete**
Behind the wheel instructors are responsible for working with students that are learning to operate a motor vehicle. They provide constructive individual feedback and assist students to acquire safe driving skills on the path to obtain their Utah driver license. In this role, instructors facilitate hands-on driving with students behind the wheel, monitoring their progress and helping them put driving concepts into practice.
Required Education, Training and Qualifications
-Applicant must upload a current Utah Secondary teaching license with a Driver and Safety Education endorsement
-No AEL candidates will be accepted for this position
-Requires that the applicant have and maintain a "Satisfactory driving record" as defined in Utah Administrative Rule R277-311.
-Current first aid/CPR certification - Must bring proof of current certification to interview
-Current 8 hours of USBE approved professional development (as recorded at USBE)
-Must bring proof of PD hours demonstrated on a MIDAS transcript to interview
-Must have a clean driving record and current Utah Driver's License.
-ESL endorsement preferred.
Required Prior Experience
-Administration of Utah State Road Driving Exam to students.
-Successful experience driving with students in Behind the wheel instruction.
-Experience and knowledge using DEMS.
-Must have successful experience scheduling behind the wheel driving with students, parents, and other instructors.
-Must have successful experience and knowledge of supervising student behind the wheel "range" driving.
Required Knowledge and Skills
-Ability to use and implement approved curriculum maps.
-Ability to evaluate student driving progress through various formal and informal assessments.
-Ability to communicate student driving progress to parents through various formats.
-Ability to use DEMS
-Knowledge of Utah Drivers education Curriculum.
-Knowledge of USBE and Granite School District Driver Education policies and procedures
-Willing to work collaboratively within Granite School District Driver Education staff, parents, teachers, and students.
-Must be able to build a positive working relationship with students, school staff, administration, business partners, parents, and the community.
-Candidate must have the ability to continue a program with strong traditions and have the skills necessary to work with involved communities.
If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Rob Maughan, Granite School District Driver Education Specialist at drmaughanjr@graniteschools.org
Job Title
Teacher
Department
Curriculum and Instruction
Supervisor
Curriculum and Instruction Department
Salary Schedule
Teacher Salary Schedule
Lane Placement
Hourly
Contract Length
NA
FLSA Classification
Exempt
GRANITE SCHOOL DISTRICT - CLASSROOM TEACHER DESCRIPTION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Curriculum Department, the classroom teacher is responsible for creating a positive learning environment where students develop the skills to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners and productive citizens. Teachers maintain a safe environment; establish rapport with students, parents and colleagues; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education and do so in accordance with each student's ability. Teachers differentiate curriculum and use effective research-based methods of instruction.
Essential Functions

• Teach the core content area(s) outlined in the USBE's Core Curriculum, and adopted by the Board of Education, correlated with other approved learning activities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the child.
• Utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best utilize the time available for instruction
• Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.
• Supervision of students requires both indoor and outdoor responsibilities (e.g. recess duty, gymnasium activities, etc.) in all types of weather and air quality.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom through organization and appropriate discipline strategies.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Be familiar with and willing to implement Proficiency-Based Learning in evaluating students.
• Be familiar with and willing to implement the Granite Way.
• Communicate with parents through conferences, telephone calls, e-mails, student planners, school website, and other appropriate means, to discuss the student's progress.
• Communicate and cooperate with other professional staff regarding the student's academic and personal growth areas.
• Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are essential functions of this position.
• Create an effective learning environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
• Provide and maintain a safe and supportive environment in the classroom and on the school campus.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Administer appropriate student attendance policies and procedures.
• Participate in appropriate educator evaluation procedures as per district guidelines.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with state and district testing procedures.
• Select and requisition books and instruction materials; maintain required inventory records.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, and members of the community.
• Understand and adhere to laws, district policies, and procedures.
• Maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, school staff, district staff, and members of the community.
• Demonstrate professional ethics as outlined by the Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission.
• Be a positive role model.

Non-Essential Functions

• Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Possess strong computer and educational technological skills.
• Works independently with little direct supervision.
• Works as part of a team.
• Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated.
• Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain a positive learning environment and handle classroom management issues in a calm manner.
• Display effective multi-tasking and time management skills

Required Training and Education

• Requires a Utah State Board of Education (USBE) approved cleared criminal background check.
• Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a valid Professional Educator License for the State of Utah within the relevant "Licensure Area of Concentration" and if applicable, "Endorsement."

Working Environment

• Supervision of students requires both indoor and outdoor responsibilities (e.g. recess duty, gymnasium activities, etc.) in all types of weather and air quality.
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Physical Demands
Requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Ability to reach with hands and arms, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects. Ability to talk or hear. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to focus. Physical demands require moving and lifting supplies, equipment, etc. up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Physical Requirements - Not limited to the following:

• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is regularly required to speak and/or hear. The teacher is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The teacher is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• The teacher must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Teachers in P.E., CTE, Theatre and/or Art may be required to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

Note: This list of essential and non-essential functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.