Other instructors
Career Overview
Instructors in this group:
- Teach courses, such as motor vehicle or motorcycle driving, sailing and navigation, sewing or other courses, that are outside of educational institutions and not job-related
- Are employed by driving schools, fabric retailers and other commercial establishments
- May be self-employed
This group also includes:
- Driver's licence examiners, who are employed by provincial governments
- Modelling and finishing school instructors
- Tutors who provide instruction in elementary or secondary school subjects
Job Titles
Duties
Driving instructors:
- Teach people proper motor vehicle driving skills and traffic regulations
- Demonstrate and explain the handling and mechanical operation of motor vehicles
- Supervise individuals during practice driving
Driver's licence examiners:
- Give road test examinations and evaluate the driving ability of applicants for driver's licences
Sewing instructors:
- Teach students sewing, tailoring and dressmaking skills
Modelling and finishing school instructors:
- Teach posture, personal development, makeup application and modelling techniques for fashion shows and magazine advertising
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
6,825% Employed Full Time
16%Key aspects of the work in this occupation:
- Work takes place in a conventional indoor setting
- Driving instructors and examiners spend much of the work day in vehicles
Career Pathways
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Education, Training and Skills
- Expertise in the field of instruction must be demonstrated.
- Driving instructors must obtain special licensing as a driving instructor in the province of employment
- Certification by the Canadian Yachting Association may be required for sailing and navigation instructors
Education programs in B.C.
Skills
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Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Being able to solve novel, ill-defined problems in complex, real-world settings.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Understanding how new information could be used to solve current and future problems in making decisions.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
6,825Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 100 | 1.5% |
| Kootenay | 65 | 1.0% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 5,465 | 80.1% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 65 | 1.0% |
| Northeast | 40 | 0.6% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 340 | 5.0% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 750 | 11.0% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
2,950Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 20 | 0.9% |
| Kootenay | 20 | -0.4% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 2,300 | 1.4% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 10 | 1.5% |
| Northeast | 10 | 0.0% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 230 | 1.7% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 340 | 1.8% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Educational Services | 2,590 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 70 |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | 70 |
| Information, Culture and Recreation | 40 |
| Repair, Personal and Non-Profit Services | 40 |
Resources
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Natural Resources Canada – Personal vehicleswww.nrcan.gc.ca/energy/transportation/personal/7469
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Young Drivers of Canadawww.yd.com
