What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driving Instructor position at Olympic Driving School?
Join the Adventure as a Driving Instructor in Olympia, WA!
Are you ready to turn the key to an exciting and rewarding career? We're on the lookout for a dynamic part-time Driving Instructor (with full-time potential) to join our team at the heart of Olympia, Washington, near Capital High School and Capital Mall. Buckle up for a job that's not just about driving – it's about making a positive impact and having a blast along the way!
Why Drive with Us?
- Rewarding & Fun: Embrace a job that's not just a ride but a thrilling adventure! We believe in making learning to drive an exciting journey.
- Flexible Hours: Shift gears in your career with a schedule that adapts to your lifestyle. Part-time (20-30 hours) with full-time potential, our flexible hours give you the freedom of the open road.
- Coach, Encourage, Thrive: As a driving instructor, you're not just teaching. You're coaching, encouraging, and laying the foundation for a safe driving career. Make a real difference in the lives of young drivers.
What You'll Do:
- Hit the Road: Drive with students and provide top-notch driving instruction.
- Educate & Evaluate: Conduct classes, offer state testing, and ensure our students are road-ready.
- Office Vibes: Handle some office work – because even the coolest rides need paperwork!
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: High school diploma or GED.
- Experience: 21 years old with 5 years of licensed driving experience.
- Clean Record: Valid WA state driver's license with a mostly clean record (No suspensions in the past 2 years).
- Background Check: Pass a state/federal background check.
- Communication Skills: Top-notch communication skills.
- Motivation: Self-motivated individuals, start your engines!
Bonus Points for:
- Teen Spirit: Experience working with teenagers.
- Presenter Pro: Experience teaching or presenting material to an audience.
Training & Pay:
- We've Got You Covered: We cover all training costs, initial state licenses, application fees, and fingerprint fees.
- Training (100-hour minimum) is paid at WA State minimum wage.
- Pay increases to $20/hr once licensed as an Instructor (after 100 hours of training).
- $500 completion bonus 90 days after obtaining Instructor license.
- Additional $2/hr once licensed as a road test examiner (typically ~6 months into employment).
- Additional $5/hr for private lessons.
The Road Ahead:
- Schedule: Most of our business happens in the afternoons/evenings during the week (up to 8pm) and mornings/afternoons on Saturdays. Closed Sundays. Summer schedules offer more flexibility. Please consider this schedule before applying!
Example Schedule:
- Mon-Thurs: 3pm-8pm
- Fridays: Flexible or off
- Saturdays: 2 per month, 9am-2pm
Ready to Shift into a New Gear? Explore more about our business at www.driveolympic.com and check out our stellar reviews on Google to get a taste of the quality education we deliver!
Hit the Apply Button and Let's Drive Together!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Location: In person
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