Driving Instructor

**Company Description**: Brave Driver Training is a leading driving school in Nova Scotia with years of experience helping students of all skill levels and backgrounds become safe, confident, and licensed drivers. Our focus is on sharing knowledge, demonstrating expert techniques, and providing comprehensive education that empowers new drivers for a lifetime of safe driving. We offer full driver education courses, including in-class lessons, in-car instruction, and dedicated road test preparation. **Join Our Team** We are looking for lively, enthusiastic, and patient individuals to join our team of dedicated instructors. If you have a passion for teaching and a commitment to safety, we want to hear from you. **About the Role**: This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in your community. You will educate new drivers, helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to pass their road test and drive safely on Nova Scotia roads. Hours: Part-time to full-time, with hours varying by season and demand. Contract: A 2-year commitment is required for this position. 1. Licensed Instructors: Ideally, you already hold a valid Nova Scotia Driving Instructor's license. Perhaps you are relocating and transferring from another school, or are a former instructor looking to get reinstated. We can help with the process 2. Career Changers: Don't have a license but have a passion for teaching? You must be willing and able to complete the mandatory 80-hour Nova Scotia-approved Driving Instructor Training program (through Highschool Driving or Safety Services). This training includes both theory and practical portions. **What We Provide**: - Competitive pay rate - Fully insured company car for instruction - Gas allowance - Comprehensive training and ongoing support - A positive and professional work environment **Professional Requirements**: - Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s Instructor License OR a willingness to obtain one (with our support). - Minimum of 5 years of clean driving experience. - Experience working with the public; excellent customer service skills. - Articulate with strong verbal communication skills in English. - A teaching or mentoring background is a strong asset. **Personal Attributes**: - Patient, calm, kind, and compassionate. - Lively, energetic, and positive attitude. - Punctual, reliable, and professional. - Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. **Legal Requirements**: - Must provide a clear driver's abstract. - Must provide a clean criminal record check and vulnerable sector screening. **Ready to Apply?** If you are a positive, safety-minded individual looking for a fulfilling career, please forward your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you'd be a great fit for our team. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. **We look forward to meeting you** **Brave Driver Training** **Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Contract, Casual, Permanent Pay: $22.00 per hour **Benefits**: - Casual dress - Commuter benefits - Company car - Company events - Flexible schedule - On-site parking Ability to commute/relocate: - Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) **Education**: - Secondary School (preferred) **Experience**: - driving: 5 years (required) **Language**: - multiple languages (preferred) Licence/Certification: - Class 5 Driver's license (required) - driving instructor license? (preferred) - certification from a driver "teaching" program in NS? (preferred) Work Location: In person