Driving School Instructor
じどうしゃきょうしゅうじょしどういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Other School Teachers
Summary
A profession that conducts classroom lessons and practical training at driving schools to support students in acquiring driving skills and fostering safe driving awareness.
Description
Driving school instructors work at driving schools, providing classroom and practical lessons to students. In classroom sessions, they teach traffic laws, driving theory, and hazard prediction through lectures. In practical sessions, they instruct on driving skills such as braking, steering, and traffic situation judgment using training vehicles. They develop lesson plans tailored to each student's proficiency level, manage progress, and create evaluation record books. They may also conduct near-miss guidance and emergency life-saving training to enhance safe driving awareness. Additionally, they handle administrative tasks associated with school operations, vehicle management, and course maintenance, contributing to maintaining a proper training environment in compliance with laws.
Future Outlook
Stable job demand is expected due to the increasing number of elderly drivers and growing need for traffic safety education, while changes in work styles are anticipated due to the introduction of simulator technology and other advancements.
Personality Traits
Good at Explaining / High Safety Awareness / Kind / Patient / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
In-Person Classes / Shift / Training Ground Duty / Weekend/Holiday Work
Career Path
Junior Instructor → Senior Driving Instructor → Examiner → Chief Instructor → Driving School Manager
Required Skills
Classroom Instruction / Driving Skills / Practical Instruction Techniques / Traffic Laws / Training Record Management
Recommended Skills
Coaching / Communication Skills (English) / Life-Saving Training / Safe Driving Instruction
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to ensure safety by not overlooking small driving mistakes. |
| Communication Skills | Because the main duties involve instructing and communicating with students. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to create lesson plans and manage progress. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Driving Instructor Qualification
- Ordinary Car Driver's License
Aliases
- Driving Instructor
- Instructor
- ドライビングインストラクター
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