Driving School Instructor

Tharp Consulting; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting in Athens, OH, seeks a part-time Driving School Instructor to teach safe driving and cover traffic laws, road signs, and defensive driving.

You will provide behind-the-wheel coaching for teens and adults, assess performance, and document progress while maintaining strict safety standards and following school procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic laws and road signs
• Calm, patient teaching style
• Ability to explain driving techniques clearly
• Commitment to safety and responsible instruction

Responsibilities

• Instruct students on safe driving practices and defensive techniques
• Coach learners during on-road driving to build real-world skills
• Assess driving performance, provide constructive feedback, and document progress
• Maintain strict safety standards and follow driving school procedures
• Support student readiness for licensing exams and promote lifelong safe driving habits

Skills

Traffic laws knowledge

Defensive driving

Excellent communication

Patience

Job description

Driving School Instructor (Part-Time)

Teach safe, responsible driving to new drivers in a field-based role. Lead classroom instruction covering traffic laws, road signs, and defensive driving. Provide behind-the-wheel coaching for teen and adult students.

Key Duties

• Instruct students on safe driving practices and defensive techniques
• Coach learners during on-road driving to build real-world skills
• Assess driving performance, offer clear, constructive feedback, and document progress
• Maintain strict safety standards and follow driving school procedures
• Support student readiness for licensing exams and promote lifelong safe driving habits

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong knowledge of traffic laws, road signage, and defensive driving
• Excellent communication and patient, professional teaching style
• Ability to evaluate skills and guide improvement with clarity
• Commitment to safety and responsible instruction