Driving School Skills Instructor (Vocational Schools)
じどうしゃきょうしゅうじょぎのうしどういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Other School Teachers
Summary
A specialist at driving schools (vocational schools) who teaches driving skills and traffic regulations through classroom and practical training, providing safe driving education.
Description
Driving school skills instructors at vocational school driving schools are responsible for classroom and practical driving training for automobiles. In classroom training, they lecture on traffic laws and safe driving theory, while in practical training, they use training vehicles to instruct on driving operations and skills test preparation. They evaluate students' driving skills, accurately point out deficiencies to encourage improvement, and support passing the completion and graduation tests. They also provide advice on accident prevention and safety management, and may participate in creating training materials and developing training plans.
Future Outlook
While demand increases for training for the elderly and paper driver courses, the spread of autonomous driving technology is expected to advance the sophistication and digitalization of instruction content, making it important to acquire knowledge of the latest vehicles and IT skills.
Personality Traits
Enjoys interacting with people / Patient / Polite and courteous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract employee / Full-time / Part-time possible / Shift work
Career Path
Driving Instructor Apprentice → Skills Instructor → Chief Driving Instructor → Chief Educational Officer → Driving School Manager
Required Skills
Instructional Skills / Safe Driving / Traffic Law Knowledge / Vehicle Driving
Recommended Skills
Classroom Training Operations / Emergency Response Ability / Feedback Techniques / Materials Creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small operational errors can lead to safety risks. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for properly instructing and explaining to students. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculation tasks are few. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Vehicle Class 2 Driver's License
- Passing the Driving Instructor Exam
Aliases
- Driving Instructor
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- Auto Mechanic
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