Join a Team That Invests in You
Canandaigua Driving School is growing, and we’re looking for a Class A CDL Driving Instructor to help train the next generation of safe, confident commercial drivers. If you enjoy teaching, mentoring, and making a real impact, this is a rewarding opportunity with excellent pay, stability, and full benefits.
This is a full-time, day-shift position located at our Farmington, NY training facility.
What’s In It for You
- A supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Competitive hourly pay: $27–$28/hr (based on experience)
- Weekly pay
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical (Excellus Blue Cross/Blue Shield)
- Prescription, dental, and vision coverage
- Wellness program
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
- On-site gym + gym membership reimbursement
Who Thrives in This Role
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has previous driving instructor experience
- Communicates clearly—both verbally and non-verbally
- Shows patience and professionalism with new drivers
We also welcome applicants who:
- Have teaching or training experience in any field
- Have no formal training background but maintain an excellent work record and a positive, coachable attitude
What You’ll Do
As a CDL Instructor, you’ll provide hands-on and classroom instruction to help students safely operate Class A and Class B commercial vehicles.
Essential Duties
- Teach core driving skills: turns, curves, backing, intersections, etc.
- Train students on proper safety inspections
- Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for road instruction
- Provide instruction on upgrades, downgrades, starting, and stopping
- Maintain a positive, encouraging learning environment
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Additional Expectations
- Demonstrate patience and professionalism with students of all skill levels
- Communicate effectively with both new and experienced drivers
- Adapt teaching methods to individual learning styles
- Exercise sound judgment and discretion
- Show leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement
