Vocational Training Instructor (Vocational Ability Development School for Persons with Disabilities)
しょくぎょうくんれんしどういん（しょうがいしゃしょくぎょうのうりょくかいはつこう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Other School Teachers
Summary
A profession that plans and implements vocational training for persons with disabilities at vocational ability development schools for persons with disabilities, supporting the acquisition of skills and knowledge necessary for employment.
Description
Vocational Training Instructor (Vocational Ability Development School for Persons with Disabilities) is a specialist who conducts vocational training for students with disabilities at vocational ability development schools for persons with disabilities. They develop and implement teaching materials and training programs tailored to the students' disability characteristics and employment goals, supporting skill acquisition through practical instruction and workplace adaptation training. They also create individual support plans, manage progress, coordinate and follow up on corporate internships, and support students' employment. Collaboration with multiple professions and coordination with guardians and related organizations are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
Amid increasing social demands for promoting employment of persons with disabilities, the demand for specialized vocational training instructors is stably progressing. In the future, remote training using ICT and individually optimized support will be emphasized, requiring further enhancement of expertise.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Full-time / Local Government Employee / On-site Instruction / Part-time Lecturer
Career Path
Assistant Instructor → Vocational Training Instructor → Senior Instructor → Principal Assistant → Principal
Required Skills
Communication Skills / Curriculum Development / Knowledge of Disability Welfare Systems / Practical Instruction Techniques / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Psychology / Facilitation / First Aid / ICT Material Creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly change teaching methods according to the characteristics of disabilities and individual situations. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for smooth communication and relationship building with persons with disabilities. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan curricula tailored to individual abilities and needs. |
| Problem Solving | To resolve learning barriers and troubles. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To provide support in collaboration with multiple professions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical analysis is minimal, and understanding people is emphasized. |
Related Qualifications
- Career Consultant
- Vocational Training Instructor License
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