Driving School Instructor

AAA

AAA Driving School Instructor delivering behind-the-wheel training to students. Tracking progress, assessing performance, and promoting safer driving habits across Southern California.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeLaguna Hills • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $26 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in driving instruction and student assessment while promoting safe driving habits. Holds a valid Driving School Instructor license and maintains a clean driving record, ensuring compliance with state regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Driving Instruction ExperienceValid Driver's LicenseState-Issued Driving School Instructor LicenseSafe Driving PracticesStudent Performance Assessment

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Hard Skills

Driving InstructionStudent Progress TrackingEmergency Vehicle ControlSafe Driving TechniquesAutomotive Industry Knowledge

Soft Skills

Public InteractionConfidence with TeensFlexibilityPersonalized Guidance

Tools & Technologies

Driving School Software

Certifications & Qualifications

State-Issued Driving School Instructor License

Industry Keywords

Automotive IndustryDriving SafetyDefensive DrivingBackground CheckDrug Screening

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver behind-the-wheel instruction to students of varying ages and experience levels following AAA’s curriculum and training standards
Use driving school software to track and manage student progress
Assess student performance and provide personalized guidance
Stay current on safe and defensive driving practices
Maintain all required state documentation
Travel within a 50-mile radius as needed
Safely assume control of the vehicle from the passenger seat during instruction or emergency situations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in driving instruction, education, or the automotive industry
Confidence working with the public, especially teens
Strong commitment to promoting safe driving habits
Flexibility for weekday afternoons and at least one weekend day
Ability to sit for extended periods and hear and see in all weather conditions
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and lift up to 25 lbs
Ability to safely assume control of the vehicle from the passenger seat
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Minimum of 5 years of driving experience
Must obtain a state-issued Driving School Instructor license, including passing a DMV-required physical exam
Successful completion of a background check and drug screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company vehicle provided
Fuel, maintenance, and insurance fully covered
Paid licensing and training
Growth and advancement opportunities
Health coverage for medical, dental, and vision
401(K) saving plans with company match
Pension
Tuition assistance
Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs
Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)
Incentive program eligibility after completion of the first year, based on team and individual performance