If you are considering becoming a driving instructor, it is important to understand the working hours and expectations of the job. While the role can be rewarding, with the opportunity to help others learn and pass their driving test, it also requires flexibility to accommodate customer needs. Additionally, driving instructors often have the ability to set their own hours and act as their own boss. However, this article will provide more information on the typical hours worked by a qualified driving instructor to give you a better idea of what to expect.
What days will I work?
Being a driving instructor requires some level of flexibility, as it relies on the availability of individual customers, who may require lessons during weekends or evenings. However, it is important to maintain a good work-life balance and only take on students that align with your schedule, when possible. Good organisational skills and keeping a schedule can help manage your time effectively. It is also important to set aside time for yourself to avoid burnout. As you gain experience, you will learn how many lessons per day or week suit your lifestyle.
What are the most popular times for driving lessons?
Learner drivers have varying preferences for lesson times, depending on their personal schedules, existing commitments, and daily routines. Some may want to schedule lessons around work, while others may prefer to avoid rush hour traffic. Some learners may prefer weekday or weekend lessons, while others may only have time in the evening. Since most people have daytime commitments such as work or school, lessons scheduled during weekends, evenings and early mornings are usually in demand and may be charged at a higher rate. As a driving instructor, flexibility and adaptability will be important as you may not be able to accommodate every request, but making an effort to fit in with the schedule of your students can help increase your earning potential. Throughout your training and as a newly qualified instructor, it is beneficial to take lessons at different times of the day and on weekends as it will help to build a client base, gain experience, and become accustomed to schedules that work for you.
Other factors that may affect lesson times?
Employment
A person’s employment can significantly impact when they can schedule driving lessons. Many people do not work traditional 9-5, Monday to Friday schedules, such as part-time or shift workers. This can result in them requiring less common time slots during the day as opposed to evenings and weekends required for traditional monday to friday 9-5 workers.
Education
The educational schedule of the learner driver or their children can impact when lessons can be scheduled. For example, early mornings and late afternoons are often best for school-aged children, as well as weekends. Parents of school-aged children may find morning to afternoon slots work best for them.
College or University
Students in higher education may have more flexibility during the week, but may also have part-time jobs which can affect lesson availability. They may also prefer certain times of the year, such as outside of exam seasons, for more intensive courses of lessons.
Your hours as a YooDrive instructor
At YooDrive.com, driving instructors have the freedom to set their own hourly rates. They can base their prices on other instructors in their local area and can adjust them as they see fit. Additionally, instructors have the flexibility to accept or reject as many enquiries as they wish, meaning that the number of hours they choose to work is entirely up to them. This allows instructors to have control over their income and schedule, making it a more personalised and convenient experience for them.
