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Driving With Your Dog
We are dog people – I guess cat people are okay too… Driving with pets in the car can be nerve-racking for both the pet and the owner. There are…
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Driving School Instructor (PT or FT)
Well established (since 1994), multi-location, full-service driving school in Northern Virginia, is looking to continue growing by hiring a Driving School Instructor (PT or FT) for Behind-the-Wheel (on the road) training. Great opportunity for a steady, flexible, 2nd/PT job.
You should be a career-minded, self-motivated, responsible individual to work in a family-oriented environment with flexible scheduling and unlimited potential for growth. Must have good people skills and enjoy interacting, helping/guiding others while remaining patient and professional.
Must Be One of the Following:
*Already DMV licensed driving instructor that’s worked for another school
OR
*Have a valid Virginia teaching certificate with a driver education endorsement (teaching Driver’s Ed in high school)
OR
*20 years service either as a traffic enforcement officer with patrol experience in a local police department OR as a law enforcement officer who (i) has retired or resigned while in good standing from such department, (ii) was certified through a criminal justice training academy, and (iii) has been certified to teach driver training by the Department of Criminal Justice Services.
Most Desired Areas:
- Leesburg/Ashburn
- South Riding/Chantilly
- Alexandria/Springfield
- Manassas/Gainesville
Responsibilities:
- Providing behind-the-wheel (on the road) driver training to students of all ages (Teens and Adults)
- Communicate effectively with office and students (via phone, texting, or email) to set up appointments (create your own flexible schedule)
- Accurately complete detailed paperwork and good record-keeping, maintain files
- Give road tests, assess driving, and issue licenses
- Work independently with VERY little supervision
- Come into the main office (Herndon, VA) once a week for paperwork, supplies, and meetings
Qualifications:
- Certified by Virginia DMV as a Driving Instructor (preferred)
- MUST be able to pass National FBI background check annually
- MUST have valid Driver’s License, good driving record, and reliable transportation
- MUST be fluent in English; bilingual in another language a plus
- Minimum of 10+ years of driving experience and good driving record
- Minimum of Associate’s Degree (required) and Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
- Background in Traffic Safety, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or Education
- STRONG attention to detail with emphasis on accurate paperwork, good record keeping
- STRONG organizational skills and EXCELLENT communicator
- Quick learner, hardworking, positive attitude, team player, professional
- Ability to prioritize work and manage time well to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently with VERY little supervision
- Female candidates HIGHLY encouraged to apply
- Very beneficial pay as we provide the work/classes/students
Email Resume and Cover Letter to: [email protected] Attn: Instructor/Ali