Weekend Driving Instructor | Paid Training & Company Cars

Coastline Academy; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid certification

60 paid training hours

Company car provided

Dashcams for safety

Job summary

Coastline Academy is seeking a Driving Instructor in California to teach teenagers and adults how to drive safely. In this role you’ll operate company cars fitted for training, with lessons recorded for safety and quality assurance.

Most lessons occur afternoons and weekends, with a typical day consisting of three two-hour lessons. You will complete 60 paid training hours, including 40 hours of virtual learning and 20 hours of hands-on driving mentorship.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for helping people learn.
• Patience and calm demeanor while someone learns something hard.
• Strong safety mindset and sound judgment under pressure.
• Clear, direct communication and real coaching instinct.
• Focus to stay present for hours at a time.
• A valid driver's license in the state you want to work in.
• At least 5 years of licensed driving experience.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and reference check.

Responsibilities

• Teach the practical skills of driving, every aspect, 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 calls for 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

Clear communication

Safety mindset

Coaching

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Coastline Academy is seeking a Driving Instructor in California to teach teenagers and adults how to drive safely. In this role you’ll operate company cars fitted for training, with lessons recorded for safety and quality assurance.

Most lessons occur afternoons and weekends, with a typical day consisting of three two-hour lessons. You will complete 60 paid training hours, including 40 hours of virtual learning and 20 hours of hands-on driving mentorship.