Driving Instructor
About The Position
- In a company-provided vehicle, you will educate and advise students while teaching them the fundamentals of operating a car behind the wheel - We’ll assist you in obtaining the state-required driving instructor certification through our paid training program. Our training team will guide you through the requirements and provide the coursework to obtain your state license. - All of our lessons are taught in a Coastline Car and recorded with a dashboard camera for the safety of you and your student - The majority of the demand for driving lessons is in the afternoons and weekends as most of our students are on a school schedule. A typical day could consist of three, two-hour lessons. What does training entail? - Training will consist of 60 hours of learning (40 hours of at home reading and modules and 20 hours of behind-the-wheel in-car in person training) - In-person behind-the-wheel training in a Coastline car in your local area - You will shadow 3 in-car lessons as well as do 3 x 4 hours of training with a Certified Trainer
Requirements
- A genuine passion for helping people learn
- Ability to remain calm in a learning environment
- A valid State Driver's License in the state you wish to work in
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and reference check
- Must have 10 years of legal driving experience
- A strong safety mindset and strong reasoning ability
- Ability to give clear instruction, coach, communicate effectively to others
- Ability to focus for extended periods of time
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time in a vehicle
- Must be able to see and hear during all weather conditions
- Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, touch, feel
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
Responsibilities
- Teaching practical skills related to all aspects of driving
- Providing instruction on the rules of the road
- Helping students to develop confidence in their driving skills
- Gaining control of the vehicle during emergency situations
- Documenting and reporting on students' progress
- Maintaining timely communication with your supervisor and support team
- Maintaining professionalism with students and fellow team members
- Attending team meetings for updates and ongoing development
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
