Driving Instructor Careers: Job Description & Salary Information

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What are the pros and cons of a driving instructor career? Get real job duties, career outlook and salary info to see if becoming a driving instructor is right for you.
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Pros and Cons of a Driving Instructor Career

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As a driving instructor, you would train people on how to operate various types of motor vehicles. Consider the pros and cons before deciding to become a driving instructor.

Pros of Being a Driving Instructor
Minimum educational requirement **
Need for driving instructors is nationwide**
Self-employment opportunities*
Possible job satisfaction from teaching**

Cons of Being a Driving Instructor
Salary can be lower than the national average (which is about $39,000)***
Must acquire and maintain proper licensure*
Irregular and part-time work hours are common**
High accident risk (training novices to drive)**

Sources: *State government websites as of May 2012, **Online job postings as of May 2012, ***Payscale.com.

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