Certified Driving Instructor - Paid Training & Flexible Hours

Coastline Automation Inc DBA Coastline Academy; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastline Academy in San Jose is seeking a patient driving instructor to teach teens and adults the skills they’ll use for life. You’ll ride in our company cars, with in-car safety measures, and guide students toward confident, responsible driving.

Our training path includes 60 paid hours: 40 hours virtual learning at home and 20 hours hands-on driving with mentorship from a Certified Trainer. Schedules follow the students, with afternoons and weekends most in demand.

Qualifications

• Patience and calm demeanor to teach new drivers.
• Strong safety mindset and good judgement under pressure.
• Clear, direct communication and active coaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach the practical driving skills from parking lots to freeway merges.
• Coach students on the rules of the road.
• Build confidence, not just competence.
• Take control of the vehicle when a situation requires it.
• Document and report on each student’s progress.
• Stay in close, timely communication with your supervisor and support team.
• Bring professionalism to every interaction with students and teammates.
• Show up for team meetings, updates, and ongoing development.

Skills

Patience

Safety mindset

Calm under pressure

Coaching instinct

Clear communication

Focus during long sessions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Coastline Academy in San Jose is seeking a patient driving instructor to teach teens and adults the skills they’ll use for life. You’ll ride in our company cars, with in-car safety measures, and guide students toward confident, responsible driving.

Our training path includes 60 paid hours: 40 hours virtual learning at home and 20 hours hands-on driving with mentorship from a Certified Trainer. Schedules follow the students, with afternoons and weekends most in demand.