Part-Time Driver Education Instructor

AAA Mid-Atlantic•West Hartford, CT

23h•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

AAA Club Alliance is hiring a part-time Driving School Instructor to provide in-car driver education to students in the West Hartford, Connecticut area. The role focuses exclusively on in-vehicle training; there is no classroom instruction. The instructor educates teen and adult students, as applicable, about driving skills and operating a vehicle in varying conditions. The qualified candidate must reside in the West Hartford area and support students throughout the assigned service area. The instructor provides practical training and driving skills assessments, engages students and gives constructive feedback, and delivers professional customer service. The role also includes maintaining student records, managing a schedule and caseload, submitting reports, maintaining certifications, completing required training, and following company policies and state regulations. Instructors may promote AAA Driver Education and represent AAA at schools and community events, participate in meetings and development opportunities, and perform administrative work and special assignments as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Reside in the West Hartford, Connecticut area.
At least 1 year of experience and demonstrated success in customer service, training, teaching, or coaching.
Valid, current driver’s license issued in the state of residence.
Ten years of licensed driving experience and ability to pass a driving record check.
Excellent driving record, with no listed infractions or occurrences reported within the last three years.
Ability to pass initial pre-employment screenings and medical screenings required for state certification.
Ability to pass ongoing employment screenings with ACA.
Passion for learning and proven implementation of effective teaching techniques.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and in a team environment.
Ability to appropriately handle high-stress situations.
Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with people of all ages in group and one-on-one settings.
Ability to work evenings and weekends and adjust the schedule as instructed to meet seasonal demands.

Nice To Haves

Media and public speaking experience.
Multilingual ability or ASL proficiency.

Responsibilities

Deliver practical in-car training to teens and adults, where applicable.
Conduct in-car driving skills assessments, where applicable.
Engage students in learning and provide constructive feedback on their progress.
Provide professional and courteous service to customers, students, and associates.
Follow AAA Club Alliance and Driver Education policies, procedures, and applicable state regulations.
Maintain accurate student records related to attendance, instruction, and program status.
Manage the schedule and student driver caseload effectively.
Submit reports and required documents in a timely manner.
Participate in team meetings and training and development opportunities.
Complete required training within the specified timeframe and maintain required certifications.
Stay informed about traffic safety and automotive news, and identify and report high-impact items and trends.
Promote AAA Driver Education in assigned areas and represent AAA at schools and community events.
Keep the direct supervisor informed about critical job matters, share success stories, and promptly report incidents requiring manager oversight, including misconduct, customer dissatisfaction, vehicle damage, and vehicle maintenance or repair needs.
Perform administrative duties as assigned.
Assist a supervisor or manager with directed special assignments or projects.
Stay current on corporate communications and meet corporate compliance requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.