Training Academy Trainer

Training Academy Trainer - Transportation

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Job Title: Training Academy Trainer - Transportation Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt Reports to: Training Academy Supervisors Date Revised: November 2019

Dept./School: Transportation Pay Grade: 3412C Calendar Days: 256

Appointed By: The Superintendent of Schools

Primary Purpose: Provide training and support to future and current employees in the Training Academy. Qualifications: Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent
• Possess a Texas commercial driver's license with passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements
• Possess the certification for the School Bus Driver Training Certification Course
• Possess a clear to drive from Aldine ISD's Training Academy
• Possess a Medical Examiner's Certificate for commercial driver medical certification
• Successful completion of Train the Trainer Course (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must follow District and Transportation Department Policies and Procedures
• Ability to receive, follow, and give written and verbal instructions
• Ability to teach adult learners in a classroom setting and train behind the wheel
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be a supportive team member
• Ability to direct, motivate, and supervise
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to effectively use a 2-way radio
• Must be able to read and interpret route sheets as well as read and use a map
• Knowledge of the district's schools, streets, and boundaries
• Knowledge of child restraint systems, first aid, CPR, special education laws, CDL-specific traffic laws, and school bus equipment/components

Experience:

• STAR and/or Supervisor driver in Aldine ISD (preferred)
• School bus driving
• Experience training school bus drivers (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Provide pre-employment tutorials to applicants

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2. Provide behind the wheel training to drivers

3. Provide bus attendant, bus driver, special needs, onboarding, student management, communication skills, car seat installation, safety vest installation, CPR, First Aid, and other relevant training to Department's employees as directed

4. Ensure all employees are ready to serve the students of the district in a safe manner and in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, policies, and procedures

5. Support the district's DPS Third-Party Examiner initiatives; examiner certification may be required

6. Maintain favorable reviews from trainees

7. Perform field observations and assessments of drivers and attendants

8. Carry out duties and responsibilities such that trainer's evaluation supports continued employment in the role of trainer; trainer can be reassigned, demoted, or terminated based on poor job performance, including poor attendance

9. Adhere to procedural expectations and directives

10. Assist with routes as needed

11. Present instructional material at meetings to both small and large groups

12. Be a mentor to employees as needed

13. Complete accurate reports, documents as required

14. Monitor and report on safety in the field and on the Transportation Department lot

15. Build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders

16. Willing and able to work weekends, holidays, overtime

17. Willing and able to assist with routes and additional driving, attendant, and office duties as needed

18. Willing and able to work a flexible schedule on occasion

19. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned

Records, Reports, and Correspondence

20. Accurately complete federal, state, local, and district documents and reports

21. Ability to interpret federal, state, local, and district documents and reports Training Academy Trainer - Transportation

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Safety

22. Carry out duties and responsibilities safely and in a manner aligned to federal, state, local, and district expectations

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Evaluation: The Trainer's evaluation is a responsibility resting with their assigned supervisor. An evaluation shall be completed in writing at least once during the course of the school year. Salary: As approved by the Board of Trustees

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: School buses, white fleet vehicles, training tools, computer and office equipment, traffic cones, emergency equipment, fire extinguishers, safety vests, wheelchairs, car seats, special needs equipment Posture: Prolonged standing and driving; bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent repetitive hand and arm motions Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying of fire extinguisher, first aid kit, cones, barrels, special needs equipment, and any other safety equipment associated with the bus Environment: Classroom/office setting and in the field; outside exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather; exposure to vehicle noise; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.