Driver’s Ed Instructor, Driving & Classroom (Applicant Pool)

Odessa College; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Odessa College seeks a patient and enthusiastic Driver’s Ed Instructor for driving and classroom instruction, serving students aged 15-17 in an applicant pool for potential placement. The role focuses on planning and delivering lessons to develop theoretical and practical driving skills and ensuring students meet the standards to obtain licenses.

Responsibilities include tailoring instruction, maintaining clear communication with students, and guiding them toward readiness for the driver’s test

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driving license for the level you will teach.
• Valid Texas DDLR driving instructor license or certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lessons tailored to students’ needs.
• Instruct on vehicle parts, functions, and on‑road rules.
• Teach practical driving skills and safety procedures.
• Help students build driving confidence.
• Demonstrate vehicle control in emergencies.
• Calm students who are distressed during lessons.
• Document and report student progress.

Skills

Driving instruction

Communication

Student engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Driver’s Ed Instructor, Driving & Classroom (Applicant Pool)

Working Title Driver’s Ed Instructor, Driving & Classroom (Applicant Pool)

Position Status

Position Status Part Time

Department

Department Continuing Education

General Summary

We are looking for a patient, enthusiastic driving and/or classroom instructor to prepare our students, ages 15-17, for their driver’s tests. The driving instructor’s responsibilities include planning and delivering lessons that promote students’ theoretical and applied driving skills. Driving instructors also communicate with students to ascertain which of their abilities require further development.

To be successful as a driving instructor, you should maintain excellent communication with students at all times. Ultimately, a top-notch driving instructor will tailor their instruction to meet the needs of students, while still meeting targets set by the driving school.

To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your resume and unofficial transcript(s). In addition, if a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license/certificate.

Specific Position Duties

• Preparing lessons that are tailored to students’ needs.


• Providing instruction on the parts and functions of a vehicle, and on-road regulations.


• Teaching practical skills related to all aspects of driving.


• Helping students to develop confidence in their driving skills.


• Gaining control of the vehicle during emergency situations.


• Calming students who are in distress.


• Documenting and reporting on students’ progress.


• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Informing students when they are ready to take the driver’s test.


• Reporting all accidents to the Community Training Program Coordinator and Executive Director of Continuing Education.


• Other duties may be assigned.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Valid driving license for the level at which you will be teaching.


• Valid Texas Department of Licensing & Regulatory ( TDLR ) driving instructor’s license or certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Hiring Range

Work Hours

Work Hours Class Times for the Fall and Spring are in the evening from 7pm to 9pm; Summer classes vary.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Odessa College
201 W. University Blvd.
Odessa, Tx 79764