Driving Instructor Trainee

Driving Instructor Trainee

Driver’s Edge Driver Training is seeking motivated and dependable candidates interested in becoming Washington State licensed Driving Instructors. We are looking for individuals who are patient, safety-minded, professional, and comfortable working with teenagers in both classroom and behind-the-wheel environments.

The right candidate may qualify to attend our June 2026 instructor training course. This is an opportunity to begin a long-term career in driver education with continued growth opportunities after licensing.

Pay

• $18.25/hour during instructor training
• $25/hour after Washington State DOL instructor license approval

Training Information

• Instructor training course is approximately 100 hours
• Training includes classroom instruction techniques, behind-the-wheel instruction methods, Washington traffic law, student assessment, and safe vehicle operation
• Candidates will learn how to teach both in-person and online classroom sessions
• Successful completion of training and state licensing requirements is required for continued employment as an instructor

Responsibilities After Licensing

• Teach classroom and behind-the-wheel driving lessons
• Follow a structured curriculum and lesson plan
• Teach students both in person and online simultaneously
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback
• Proctor and grade quizzes and tests
• Prepare students for written and driving tests
• Maintain student records and required paperwork
• Ensure student safety and safe operation of training vehicles
• Identify and report vehicle issues when necessary
• Communicate clearly and professionally with students and parents

Required Qualifications

• Must pass criminal background check
• Must be at least 21 years old and have been licensed for 5 years or more per Chapter 46.82 RCW
• Fewer than two tickets in a rolling two-year period
• No drug or alcohol-related traffic violations within the preceding three years
• No license suspension, cancellation, revocation, or denial within the preceding two years, or more than two occurrences within the preceding five years
• Must provide five-year driving abstract
• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with teens or young adults
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Comfortable using laptops, PowerPoint, Teams, and Excel
• Strong communication and customer service skills