Driving Instructor - Irvine, CA

Driving Instructor role in Irvine, CA with Coastline Academy. In a company-provided vehicle, you will educate and advise students while teaching them the fundamentals of operating a car behind the wheel. Training will guide you to obtain state-required instructor certification through paid coursework. In-person behind-the-wheel instruction occurs in your local area, with lessons typically scheduled afternoons and weekends. You will shadow a trainer, participate in 60 hours of training (40 hours at home and 20 hours in-car), and report on student progress. Responsibilities include teaching practical driving skills, imparting rules of the road, helping students build driving confidence, maintaining safety through emergency control, documenting progress, maintaining communication with supervision, and attending team meetings. Qualifications emphasize a passion for teaching, calm demeanor, a valid state driver’s license, a high-school diploma or GED, the ability to pass background checks and drug screening, and extensive real driving experience (10 years). The role is an Equal Opportunity Employer with no discrimination against protected characteristics.