What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Education Instructor (Behind-the-Wheel & Classroom) position at Top Driver?
Help Shape Safer Drivers and Make a Lasting Impact
Do you enjoy teaching, coaching, and helping young people build confidence and life skills? Are you looking for a flexible, rewarding position where you can truly make a difference in a teen's life?
If so, Top Driver may be the perfect fit.
As the largest and most professional private driving school in Illinois, Top Driver is expanding our team to meet growing student demand. We are currently seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and motivated individuals to join us as Behind-the-Wheel and Classroom Driver Education Instructors.
Why Join Top Driver?
At Top Driver, we believe driver education is about more than learning the rules of the road—it's about building confidence, responsibility, and safe driving habits that last a lifetime. Our instructors play a critical role in helping students achieve that goal.
What You'll Do
- Teach engaging classroom and/or behind-the-wheel driver education lessons
- Coach and motivate teens as they develop safe driving skills
- Create a positive, supportive learning environment
- Help students gain confidence and prepare for a lifetime of safe driving
- Deliver Top Driver's proven curriculum using our educational tools and resources
What We're Looking For
We're interested in speaking with candidates who are:
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and professional
- Strong communicators who enjoy working with people
- Passionate about teaching, coaching, or mentoring others
- Comfortable working with teens and helping them succeed
- Dependable, patient, and safety-minded
Flexible Scheduling
We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling based on seasonal demand.
- Part-Time opportunities available (8 hours per week)
- Full-Time opportunities available (30 hours per week)
- Positions available at several locations, including our convenient Ottawa classroom location at Marquette Academy
- Typical schedules include after-school, evening, and weekend hours during the school year
- Sunday availability is highly preferred, as it is our busiest day
- Additional daytime hours may be available during summer months and school breaks
Comprehensive Training & Support
No instructor is expected to jump in unprepared. Top Driver provides an extensive instructor training program to ensure you feel confident and fully equipped before working independently with students.
We provide:
- Proprietary curriculum and teaching materials
- Ongoing support and professional development
- A structured training program designed for instructor success
Benefits
Full-Time instructors are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
If you're looking for meaningful work, flexible hours, and the opportunity to positively impact the next generation of drivers, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help create safer, more confident drivers with Top Driver.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $19.75 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you interested in fulltime or part time employment?
- Why do you want to instruct driver education?
- Do you currently hold a substitute or teaching certification?
- What relevant experience do you have for this position?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20