A Vocational Education Instructor teaches technical or job related skills to students, and uses work-based experience to help students learn about and prepare for jobs in a particular occupation. Provides training for jobs in business, health care, auto repair, information technology, culinary arts, or other areas. Teaches in a public high school, a regional or college program, or at a private training program.
Driver Education Instructor (Behind-the-Wheel & Classroom) Top Driver Northbrook, IL Job Details Part-time | Full-time $19 - $20 an hour 6 days ago Benefits Paid training Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Customer service Experience working with high schoolers Driver's License Attention to detail Driving Full Job Description For more than 20 years , Top Driver has been the Midwest's premier private driver education company.
Our mission is simple:
help students develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills they need for a lifetime of safe, responsible driving. We believe our instructors make the difference. That's why we invest in comprehensive paid training, provide industry-leading curriculum and teaching resources, and foster a supportive team environment where instructors can thrive. If you're passionate about teaching, coaching, and making a positive impact on young drivers, we'd love to have you on our team. What You'll Do As a Driver Education Instructor, you'll help teens become safe, confident, and responsible drivers through both classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training.
Your responsibilities will include:
Teach behind-the-wheel driving lessons using Top Driver's proven curriculum Lead engaging classroom sessions covering traffic laws, road signs, defensive driving techniques, and safe driving habits Coach students with patience and encouragement as they build confidence behind the wheel Evaluate student progress and provide constructive feedback to help students succeed Maintain accurate student records, lesson documentation, and attendance Create a positive, professional, and safe learning environment for every student What We're Looking For Successful instructors are: Excellent communicators who enjoy teaching and mentoring others Patient, calm, and supportive under pressure Dependable, professional, and safety-focused Comfortable working with teenagers from a variety of backgrounds Able to adapt their teaching style to meet individual learning needs Organized and detail-oriented Previous experience in education, coaching, training, customer service, or working with youth is a plus, but not required. Schedule & Flexibility We understand that flexibility matters. We work around your availability on a seasonal basis. We currently have Full-Time (30+ hours/week) and Part-Time (10+ hours/week) opportunities available at our Northbrook classroom location. A typical schedule includes a combination of: After-school hours Evenings Weekends Sunday availability is a plus. Additional daytime hours are often available during the summer and school holiday breaks. Benefits Full-Time employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package, including: Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Health Insurance Dental Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Instructor Training Flexible Scheduling Ongoing Professional Development Qualifications Must be 21 years of age or older Valid Illinois driver's license Clean driving record Ability to pass a background check and drug screening Strong communication and interpersonal skills Why Join Top Driver? As a Driver Education Instructor, you'll do more than teach students how to drive—you'll help shape safe, confident drivers for life. Every lesson you teach contributes to safer roads and stronger communities while giving you the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young drivers. If you're looking for a rewarding career with flexible scheduling, paid training, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a difference every day, apply today and join the Top Driver team!
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you interested in fulltime or part time employment? Do you have a valid Illinois driver license? What relevant experience do you have to teach driver education? Do you have a valid substitute/teaching certification?
