Licensed Driving Instructor

Coastline Academy; Royersford (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative driver education company is seeking passionate individuals to become driving instructors. You will play a pivotal role in teaching students the essentials of safe driving, equipping them with the skills and confidence to navigate the roads. With a focus on safety and effective communication, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on future drivers. The company provides comprehensive training and support to help you obtain the necessary certifications, ensuring you are well-prepared for this rewarding journey. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to creating safer roads for everyone.

Qualifications

• Valid local driving instructor certification and state driver's license required.
• 10 years of legal driving experience and a passion for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach students the fundamentals of driving and road rules.
• Document student progress and maintain communication with the support team.
• Ensure a safe learning environment during lessons.

Skills

Teaching practical driving skills

Effective communication

Calmness in a learning environment

Safety mindset

Documenting and reporting progress

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driving instructor certification

State Driver's License

Job description

About Us:

Founded in 2017, Coastline Academy is the largest behind-the-wheel driver education company in the United States. Currently in 9 states and growing, we are a people-first, technology-centric company with a focus on transparency and efficiency. We are on a mission to rid the world of car crashes by teaching students to be safe and confident drivers for life.

About This Role:

• In a company-provided vehicle, you will educate and advise students while teaching them the fundamentals of operating a car behind the wheel
• We’ll assist you in obtaining the state-required driving instructor certification through our paid training program. Our training team will guide you through the requirements and provide the coursework to obtain your state license.
• All of our lessons are taught in a Coastline Car and recorded with a dashboard camera for the safety of you and your student
• The majority of the demand for driving lessons is in the afternoons and weekends as most of our students are on a school schedule. A typical day could consist of three, two-hour lessons.

What does training entail?

• All licensed driving instructors will go through a brief training process that will provide them with more insight to Coastline Academy, getting familiar with our platforms, and abiding by local/state required trainings upon hire.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching practical skills related to all aspects of driving
• Providing instruction on the rules of the road
• Helping students to develop confidence in their driving skills
• Gaining control of the vehicle during emergency situations
• Documenting and reporting on students' progress
• Maintaining timely communication with your supervisor and support team
• Maintaining professionalism with students and fellow team members
• Attending team meetings for updates and ongoing development

Qualifications:

• Valid, current, local driving instructor certification
• A valid State Driver's License in the state you wish to work in
• A genuine passion for helping people learn
• Ability to remain calm in a learning environment
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and reference check
• Must have 10 years of legal driving experience
• A strong safety mindset and strong reasoning ability
• Ability to give clear instruction, coach, communicate effectively to others
• Ability to focus for extended periods of time

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time in a vehicle
• Must be able to see and hear during all weather conditions
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, touch, feel
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. That means that we support diversity and inclusion and do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual preference, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.