CDL Class A Theory Instructor

160 Driving Academy; Sapulpa (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Training & onboarding

Career growth

Nationwide network

Make an impact

Job summary

160 Driving Academy is seeking CDL Class A Theory Instructors to guide students through knowledge and permit requirements that launch their driving careers. This in-person role is based at our Tulsa, OK location, with a four-day core week and potential mid-week day off.

You will teach CDL theory in a virtual classroom, cover safety regulations, and help students achieve permit readiness while modeling professionalism and safety.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A license with 24+ months of tractor-trailer experience.
• Residency in the applying state and willingness to travel to Tulsa, OK.
• Safe driving record and ability to pass DOT physical and drug/alcohol screening.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage a virtual classroom.
• Organizational skills to keep multiple students on track in an online environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach CDL knowledge at Tulsa location through virtual classroom instruction.
• Break down CDL topics including safety regulations and FMCSA requirements.
• Prepare students to meet CDL permit testing standards.
• Model safety and professionalism in every session.
• Track attendance and progress, providing support as needed.
• Maintain accurate attendance and progress records.
• Communicate clearly to help students master the material.

Skills

Communication skills

Virtual classroom management

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Tools

Salesforce

Zoom

Canvas

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Description

Turn your years behind the wheel into a career shaping the next generation of truck drivers.

Are you an experienced CDL Class A driver ready to trade long hauls for a stable, rewarding role closer to home? At 160 Driving Academy, one of the largest CDL training organizations in the country, we are hiring CDL Class A Theory Instructors to guide students through the knowledge and permit requirements that launch their driving careers.

This is an in-person position based at our Tulsa, OK location. You will report to the classroom on-site and lead students through a virtual classroom. With 90 locations across 32 states, 160 Driving Academy offers the kind of stability and growth that is hard to find out on the road.

What You Will Do

• Teach CDL knowledge at our Tulsa, OK location through virtual classroom instruction focused on permit preparation and driving theory.
• Break down CDL topics step by step, including safety regulations and FMCSA-based requirements.
• Prepare students to meet CDL permit testing standards with confidence.
• Model safety and professionalism in every session.
• Track student attendance and participation, stepping in with support when students need it.
• Keep accurate documentation, including attendance and progress records.
• Communicate clearly to help every student master the material.

Your Schedule

This full-time, on-site role comes with a schedule many drivers find refreshing after life on the road: a four-day core week and a lighter midweek, with potential for a mid-week day off.

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday are your full instructional days, for 10 hours each.
• Wednesdays are light, and some Wednesdays are off entirely, giving you a true midweek break.
• You will reach 40+ hours per week while keeping a weekday and weekend to recharge.
• Core hours run from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM Central, so you are home every evening.
• We are looking for someone flexible with their hours and open to occasional overtime, which is typically light.

What We Offer

• A predictable routine that has you home every evening.
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• A comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, PTO, and paid holidays.
• Full training and onboarding to help you step confidently into virtual instruction.
• Real opportunities for career growth within our nationwide network of schools.
• The chance to make a lasting impact by helping students launch their CDL careers.

Requirements

• A valid CDL Class A license with at least 24 months of verified tractor-trailer driving experience
• Residency in the state you are applying for and willingness to travel to our Tulsa, OK location.
• A safe driving record and the ability to pass a DOT physical and drug/alcohol screening.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage a virtual classroom.
• Organization and the ability to keep multiple students on track in an online environment.

Preferred

• Experience teaching, mentoring, or training drivers.
• Driver Training Instructor certification. If your state requires it, we will help you get certified.
• Experience with virtual instruction or online learning platforms.
• Working knowledge of FMCSA regulations and CDL permit requirements.
• Comfort with computer tools such as Salesforce, Zoom, Canvas, and Microsoft Outlook.

At 160 Driving Academy, we help experienced drivers become the instructors who shape the next generation of CDL professionals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

160 Driving Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status, or any other legally protected characteristic.