Contractor Driving Instructor, Novice (Grande Prairie)
About The Position
Become a Driving Instructor with AMA and drive into a career that opens exciting doors. As a Contracted Class 5 Driving Instructor, you will have the opportunity to experience the excitement of the open road, the fulfillment of teaching a new generation of drivers, and the freedom of owning a small business, all with the guidance, client base, and support of AMA Driver Education. You will be paid for your training time, be your own boss, and change people's lives by teaching them to become safe drivers. AMA Driver Education has been operating since 1938 and sees over 6,000 new and experienced drivers book sessions annually. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about coaching and helping others succeed.
Requirements
- Provincial Driving Instructor Licence (Class 5) from Alberta Transportation (training provided to suitable candidates who do not have this certification).
- Held a Class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 licence for a minimum of 3 years.
- Ability to obtain a Class 4 licence.
- Clean driver’s abstract.
- Own vehicle.
- Ability to cover required start-up costs after completing training and acquiring instructor license (vehicle add-ons, SEF 6D Endorsement insurance, and incorporating).
- Being incorporated will be required upon hire.
- Obtaining a WCB number will be required upon completion of training.
Responsibilities
- Provide quality vehicle instruction to students, following AMA’s instruction requirements and customer service standards.
- Follow Alberta Transportation guidelines and policies for Driving Instructors.
- Provide constructive feedback on student drivers’ abilities, helping them develop the confidence and skills necessary to become licensed, safe drivers for life.
- Be available after school, evenings, and weekends, to meet students' scheduling needs.
Benefits
- Signing bonus of $2,500.
- Competitive hourly starting rate of $35.00 (in-vehicle instruction time).
- Potential to increase earnings by up to an additional $7.00 per hour from bonuses.
- Fuel subsidy paid as an additional hourly amount.
- Dedicated marketing team and AMA’s large student base.
- Corporate registries support to start your own business.
- Learning workshops yearly.
- Support from a team of Senior Instructors.
- Paid training from Senior Driving Instructors.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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