About this role
Job Description
*Challenge Yourself, Change Lives ? Driving Instructor*
*Location:* Victoria, BC *Employment Type:* Full-Time *Company:* Young Drivers of Canada
About the Role
Being a Driving Instructor isn?t for everyone. It?s one of the most challenging and most rewarding jobs you?ll ever do. You?ll be guiding students through one of the most important skills they?ll ever learn. You?ll teach them not only how to pass a test, but how to drive for life safely, confidently, and responsibly.
If you?re looking for an easy job, this isn?t it. But if you?re looking for a challenge? if you take pride in seeing others succeed? if you enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where every day is different, then this might be exactly where you belong.
*What You?ll Do*
* Provide professional in-vehicle driver training following Young Drivers? proven curriculum. * Coach students through their fears, mistakes, and successes with patience and care. * Teach defensive driving techniques and real-world safety strategies. * Maintain accurate student progress records and lesson reports. * Communicate clearly and respectfully with students, parents/guardians, and office staff. * Represent the Young Drivers brand with professionalism and integrity.
*Who You Are*
We?re looking for people who don?t shy away from a challenge, people who take pride in helping others reach their goals.
You might be a great fit if you:
* Are passionate about safety, education, and service. * Have strong communication and people skills. * Are patient, dependable, and organized. * Can stay calm under pressure and adapt to different learning styles. * Have a love for driving. * Take initiative and value teamwork.
Qualifications
* Must be legally able to work in British Columbia and hold a valid BC Class 5 Driver?s Licence. * Must have held a *full Class 5 licence for a minimum of 5 years with a clean driving record*. * Ideally, you own a vehicle *five years old or less*. If the vehicle is older but in excellent condition both inside and out, Young Drivers will review it to determine if it meets program standards. * Must have your *ICBC Driving Instructor certificate*. * GLT Instructor licence endorsement is an asset.
Training
Successful candidates will complete the Young Drivers Instructor Training Course, which includes classroom and in-vehicle instruction.
* *Duration:* Approximately 4 weeks * *Schedule:* Monday to Friday, full-time daytime training * *Cost:* There is *no cost to selected candidates* (course value $6,000+).
Why Join Us?
* Comprehensive training and certification opportunities * Flexible schedule and local teaching areas * A supportive, professional team that values growth and quality * An opportunity to make a real difference ? every lesson, every student, every day
Ready for the Challenge?
We?re not looking for just anyone, we?re looking for instructors who want to make a difference. If you?re ready to challenge yourself, grow your skills, and help others become confident, safe drivers, apply today.
*Job Type:* Full-time
*Benefits:*
* Casual dress * Flexible schedule
Ability to commute/relocate
* *Victoria, BC:* reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application Questions
* Are you available to complete the *full-time Instructor Training Course* (Monday?Friday daytime schedule)? * Are you able to pass a *Criminal Record Check*? * Do you have access to a *vehicle that could potentially be used for instruction*?
Experience
* Driving: *5 years (required)* * Teaching, coaching, or customer service experience: 1 year preferred
Licence/Certification
* *BC Class 5 Driver?s Licence held for at least 5 years (required)* * *ICBC Driving Instructor certificate*
*Work Location:* In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits: * Casual dress * Flexible schedule * Paid time off
Application question(s): * Are you available for 4 weeks (Mon-Fri, 8:30 to 5:00pm) (YD pays f