Driving School Instructor

AAA • Riverside, CA

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About The Position

AAA Driving School is hiring a full-time Driving School Instructor to help students of varying ages and experience levels develop safe driving skills. The role includes behind-the-wheel instruction using AAA’s curriculum and training standards, tracking student progress with driving school software, evaluating performance, and providing personalized guidance. AAA provides paid licensing and training for candidates who need it, as well as a company vehicle with fuel, maintenance, and insurance covered. The position pays $24.50–$26.00 per hour. After the first year, employees are eligible to participate in an incentive program based on team and individual performance. The schedule is 40 hours per week, with weekday shifts starting between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. and at least one weekend shift starting as early as 7:00 a.m.; shifts are eight hours. Instructors travel within a 50-mile radius as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• At least five years of driving experience.
• Obtain a state-issued Driving School Instructor license, including passing a DMV-required physical exam.
• Successfully complete a background check and drug screening.
• Experience in driving instruction, education, or the automotive industry.
• Confidence working with the public, especially teens.
• Strong commitment to promoting safe driving habits.
• Flexibility to accommodate student schedules, including weekday afternoons and at least one weekend day.
• Physical ability to sit for extended periods; hear and see in all weather conditions; bend, stoop, kneel, and reach; and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to safely assume control of the vehicle from the passenger seat during instruction or emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver behind-the-wheel instruction to students of varying ages and experience levels, following AAA’s curriculum and training standards.
• Use driving school software to track and manage student progress.
• Assess student performance and provide personalized guidance.
• Stay current on safe and defensive driving practices.
• Maintain all required state documentation.
• Travel within a 50-mile radius as needed.
• Safely assume control of the vehicle from the passenger seat during instruction or emergency situations.

Benefits

• Company vehicle with fuel, maintenance, and insurance covered.
• Paid licensing and training.
• Growth and advancement opportunities.
• Health coverage for medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Pension.
• Tuition assistance.
• Floating holidays.
• PTO for community volunteer programs.
• Paid parental leave.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee discounts on membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services, and more.
• Incentive program eligibility after completion of the first year, based on team and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED