Driver's Education Instructor

distinctionllc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinction LLC in Missouri seeks a driving education instructor to coordinate and facilitate student education in state laws and driving regulations, and to provide behind-the-wheel lessons for students.

The role involves teaching using approved curriculum, tailoring facilitation to diverse learners, assessing progress, and helping students build confidence while meeting DOL and program goals.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with youth is preferred.
• Must be able to teach from an approved driver education curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students by teaching from approved driver’s education curriculum.
• Provide behind-the-wheel driving lessons for students.
• Teach practical skills related to all aspects of driving.
• Help students develop confidence in their driving skills.
• Submit and schedule required documents to DMV for permits and road tests.
• Promote behind-the-wheel safety and manage classroom environment effectively.
• Demonstrate competency-based instruction and tailoring to diverse learning needs.
• Make recommendations for policy and curriculum revisions.
• Participate in evaluations of student progress.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Classroom management

Student assessment

Knowledge of state driving laws

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

About Distinction LLC

Distinction, LLC is a Mississippi-based business that oversees operation of the St. Louis Job Corps Center. We are looking for qualified applicants who are enthusiastic, energetic, and purpose-driven.

About the role

Coordinates and facilitates student education in state laws and regulations related to driving.

What you'll do

• Provide instruction to students by teaching from approved driver’s education curriculum.
• Provide instruction on the parts and functions of a vehicle and on-road regulations.
• Provide behind-the-wheel driving lessons for students.
• Teach practical skills related to all aspects of driving.
• Help students to develop confidence in their driving skills.
• Identify and apply current state law and regulations applicable to the ownership and operation of a class D vehicle.
• Submit and schedule required documents to Department of Motor Vehicles for students permit and road test.
• Promote the importance of behind-the-wheel safety
• Meet Department of Labor (DOL) and Company statistical goals for assigned area.
• Demonstrate ability to manage classroom environment and classroom discipline for effective learning.
• Demonstrate full knowledge of competency-based instruction, computer management instruction, and cooperative-learning techniques.
• Tailor facilitation to each student by using a variety of instructional approaches in recognition of students’ diverse learning needs and preferences.
• Make recommendations for policy and curriculum revisions.
• Participate in evaluations of student progress.
• Provide appropriate personal and educational guidance to students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school equivalency required. Bachelor’s degree in any field preferred and experience working with youth.
• Other certification requirements may apply based on state driver’s license program laws and statutes.