How much does a driving instructor earn - what's the job like?
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- Опубліковано 26 чер 2024
- How much does a driving instructor earn working for a driving school and as an independent. Also, my thoughts on what I like and dislike about the job since I started teaching people to drive in 2009.
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00:00 Hours
01:23 School vs Independent
02:57 Earnings working for a school
08:01 Independent instructor earnings
14:01 What I dislike about the job
26:08 What I like about the job
31:55 Final thought and outro
No matter how much money you earn, you've at least fully earned my respect with how helpful and interesting your videos are!
I spent 10k on driving lessons finally passed
@@Who-cu9eumust be a crap driver 😂
@@dylanadams7060 my biggest weakness is common sense but I’m great at remembering things once I’ve learnt it
@@Who-cu9euu should not be on the road 😂
@@Who-cu9euwaste of money!!
I love how genuine you are, it’s literally a breath of fresh air.
not literally.
Talks about feeling uncomfortable sitting in the car long…does an entire video sitting in the car. Safe to say this man cares, great to see that. I want more behind the scene insights
😂 Good point, nothing stopping me doing a walk and filming it.
The fact that you feel bad about taking money from those who cancel on you at short notice speaks volumes about your wonderful character and integrity! Thanks as always for your videos, they are a supplement to my weekly lessons and are so valuable. We appreciate you!
Shouldn't feel bad though i have to do this as a tattoo artist. And i can still take a massive hit from that. Say they've booked a full day at 7 hours which for me is £700 and they cancel on the day, i'm only keeping the deposit at £150 with no other bookings that day.
@@midgarw6775yeah that is understandable
Money for nothing. Why feel bad if they are willing to give their money away. Agreed with you. @@midgarw6775
I’m a driving instructor in nsw Australia and you’re pretty spot on with all of it. Learners here must complete a minimum 120hours which include 20 night hours. I have an additional income where I test senior drivers. Once reaching the age of 85 you’re required to take a test to keep your licence. I’ve been teaching for 26 years and testing for 10 and still love it. Everyone says it must be really stressful and you must have lots of patience, but no, the trick is, to keep your student in an area that is suitable to their ability, and all will go well.
Very true!
In SA it’s 75hrs
I thought the British standards were high, minimum 120 hours wow. I think the night driving inclusion is a good idea though
In Hungary it is 30 😂
In Italy it is 6 hours minimum 😐
Hi Richard, both my sister and I passed our tests today first time, and your videos helped a hell of a lot. Some visual learning worked great alongside all of the practical lessons we had with our own instructors. Thank you for having such a great channel!
congrats
Everyone gets the license somehow, the important thing is to improve your driving after getting the driver's license.
@@ahmedislam2580 Indeed. The examiner gave me some feedback and I'm going to work on it consistently in the future (try for smoother clutch control and gentler braking, to be precise).
That's absolutely fantastic news! On the same day too. Congratulations to you both.
congrats,any tip pls.my test is coming in 2 weeks
Your comment about holidays is spot on and relevant to all self employed people. It's hard to justify taking time off when you always know that you're losing money doing so. Work/Life separation is so hard when self employed but it's critical you take the time for yourself.
Passed my test today and just wanted to say a huge thank you to you! Honestly don’t think I could’ve done it without your videos so thank you so much. Can’t thank you enough!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
Love the honesty. In a way, it's refreshing content, to learn more about the driving instructors themselves.
I hope life brings you a lot of success. Genuine and honest people like you deserve great things.
With you the whole way on the advantages/disadvantages 👍
And I’ve improved the way I teach with tips from your videos, so thanks 😊
I jsut wish there were more instructors like you where I live and I don''t even know you! Just goes to show how serious and well you approach your job if you can tell it from your videos alone, you have helped me immensely. I got my license this September thanks to your videos and I'm still learning from them at the moment!
That's great to hear! Thank you.
Huge respect for you sir. you're a talented man. Love your videos
Love a good chat with Richard! Doesn't matter what you're talking about, I could listen for hours!
I recently got a manual, and I just can't keep getting enough of your videos! I think I've spent over 3 hours this past two week watching them :D
Hey man! Been watching your videos for the past 2 months since starting to learn how to drive and I can gladly say that with the knowledge I’ve taken from your videos I passed today with only 5 minors!! Thanks for everything dude! Cheers
That's great news, congratulations on passing!
Just started teaching my niece to drive because her driving instructor doesn't take her anywhere that won't be on her test. I've just watched all your videos in one run and find them so helpful.
This is what makes youtube great. People like you.
Thank you very much.
You are a gem of a person at the core! On top of that, your clarity of thought and communication skills are amazing! It makes you one of the best instructors on UA-cam!
I got my licence yesterday and I just wanted to thank you for your help when my instructor wasn't as helpful. Your videos do make a diffrence so keep up the good work!
That's great to hear, thank you and congratulations!
Had driving licence since 1997 but still I enjoy watching your videoes and it's good to keep up to date :) Very good video!
Always enjoy a surprise "Storytime with Richard" segment. This time featuring a scary smelly man following you and for some reason potty training! Just to clarify, those were two separate stories.
😂
I've been driving for 30 odd years, currently a bus driver training new drivers and, at the moment, teaching my 17 year old nephew (the reason for watching your videos). I've also taught my 4 children and another nephew, 3 passed first time and you're right to say it's a great feeling when they tell you.
I thought about becoming an instructor years ago but never followed it up and too old now, but the joy of watching them go from driving up and down an empty car park with their hands glued to the steering wheel to being able to navigate a multi-lane roundabout is better than...well, a nice bowl of soup! So far everything in your videos, as far as I'm concerned, has been spot on. There's been a few "Aaahh" moments for me as well that's helped greatly...the "I was today years old when I found out" kind of thing. It's true what they say about everyday being a school day.
What's your thought's on the Smith system, just in case you're not familiar with it, here it is.
1. Aim high in the steering. Average driver looks 3-5 seconds ahead, I get them to look at least 15 seconds ahead, or as far along the road as they can see.
2. Get the bigger picture. Look around, not just in front. Helps them see potential hazards and signs earlier, making use of their peripheral vision. I think it's this one that says to check your mirror every 5 t0 8 seconds, but for the average car driver I don't think it's that necessary. Check your mirrors at the obvious times M.S.M and when you feel like it needs checking, it doesn't hurt. I do use this for larger vehicles that don't have a Centre mirror though.
3. Keep your eyes moving. Don't focus on something for more than 2 seconds...Trust me, this one works!
4. Leave yourself an out. Surround yourself with space (more of a large vehicle thing, but still handy)
5. Make sure the see you. I encourage my 'pupils' to make eye contact with other road users who may be pulling out from a side road or a roundabout. Also use your horn, when appropriate, and your lights. F.Y.I. I have never used my horn because someone has cut me up...never!
Anyway I'm ranting on a bit now, I'm keen to hear your thoughts on it though.
Thanks again.
By the way 8 hours, passed first time in the car and 2 weeks first time in a bus😎😎
You are just Amazing. And how eloquent you are! Keep up the excellent videos you are providing us!
I already have watched a lot of videos of your and it helped a lot.
But after watching this video, you have now earned a subscriber.
I respect you a lot.
Im currently doing my ADI training - Have my stage 1 on Wednesday and this videos given me the boost the push on through all of the training and mocks. Im also a similar age to yourself and coming from a job and carear that i'd settled into over the years and have taken the opportunity to retrain.
Hi Richard, I've just found you on YT and I'm just about to start my teaching (pink licence)... I've been binging your videos as you have such fantastic clear information videos, they have been fab to watch and pick up all sorts of helpful information, so basically just wanna say big thank you, you have no idea how helpful and confidence building you've been to watch.😊
That's great to hear, thank you.
past my test last friday and wanted to say thank you! your videos helped me a lot. im still going to watch your videos as im sure i can learn a lot more thanks.
Congratulations on passing!
You helped me a lot to pass my driving test. I m from Sri Lanka & we also drive on the right side. Your instructions helped me a lot. Thanks Mr. Richard
I passed last month and I'm still watching your videos. I really appreciate how much your videos helped me learn to drive, despite you having loads of experience. You still remember people who learn have no prior experience and little to no knowledge
That's very nice to hear, thank you.
How is the job please pros and cons ?
Great video, thank you for sharing. I am currently considering training to be a driving instructor, and this video has been very helpful.
Excellent informative and well presented video. Thanks for posting and all the best.
Thank you for sharing this relevant essential information. I’m currently studying to be an ADI and this is super helpful. Best wishes to you.
I'm from India & we also drive on left. Your videos have helped me in becoming a better driver.
I've watched all your videos & learnt many things that I was never taught before.
You're doing a fine work to educate people across the borders to make them better drivers & indirectly encouraging them to be safer on the road.
Kudos for that👍
Great, insightful video Richard.
My instructor worked with me as a civil servant for many years before moving into driving instructor work. Even in the old job he was always helping people whenever he could, especially those who were struggling with new training.
I was so lucky to have him as an instructor as the lessons just felt like I was learning with a mate, it was a fun time
I used to be an instructor and was genuinely thinking about going back to it. You’ve just reminded me why I left it in the first place. A lot of work for very little reward. Great video btw & all the very best.
Fascinating channel to view. I have been driving since '95 and am now aware of some bad habits i got into over the years, thanks to me watching conquer Driving. Many thanks buddy, from a fellow UA-camr....
A very interesting video. I like your work ethic and how you apprach your work. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Lovely video ... Lots of respect for you ... Keep winning
Very interesting video.
Happy you answered my burning question of what jobs did you have before.
Only recently discovered your channel and even though I have been driving for 41 years it’s fascinating to see how some techniques have changed and some are the same.
It’s interesting you said it seemed that less lessons were taken in the 80’s and I can vouch for that. I was put in for my test after my first lesson, had 7 further lessons and then took my test and past first time 😀. Lessons only cost £7 back then too 👍
You're great, thank you for your videos.
If someday I'm able to live in the UK, you will be the one that I will choose to be my Driver Instructor. By watching and learning your video lessons, your skills to teach are above and beyond. Nice video, thank you very much Richard for your lessons, you deserve all the success.
I respect how honest you are
Great video on a very difficult and diverse subject!!
Kudos for your strugle johny. I admire your fairness with job and the way you teach.
Thanks for the video mate, I passed my exam today in a completely different area! a lot of your videos helped me progress and simply keep my nerves cool, when I passed (first time) I sent my instructor £60 as a tip and I was wondering if maybe I didn’t need to do that, however your video put my mind to ease as I’ve had a few cancellations and some times of frustration when it seemed like I was a lost cause and my instructor stayed calm and got me to pass, all the best my friend keep up the great work!!
this is a brilliant video man. so interesting. thanks!
This was really interesting thanks for doing this video. Any job that comes with a Seat Leon FR has got to be a good one!
I’m really jealous of that money in the thumbnail, he be ballin’. Very in-depth and interesting video, keep up the good work!
I watched every second. I don’t usually comment on videos as I feel they don’t get noticed. Still waiting on my test but been watching your vids for under a year now. Really appreciate your content, you have such a quirky and kind personality. This vid was very informative and interesting. Your personality and humour makes the vids so helpful and entertaining. You deserve everything, keep it up!!
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im a new driving instructor - you are a breath of fresh air to learn from..
As a Driving instructor myself (15years in the game), this is excellent advice. Great videos all round.
Please do more videos like this, very enjoyable to listen to how genuine you are as a person.
Watching this from Sydney and being from Ipswich my ears pricked up
Thanks for the insight
Great video
That was a really good video, thanks. As a non-instructor I found it interesting that one of your downsides wasn’t the stress of having to constantly be alert in case your pupil randomly decides to accidentally try to kill you both.
I’m glad this channel is doing so well for you. It’s well-deserved.
Thank you. It's quite safe although a disadvantage I forgot to include is that any claims on my driving instructor policy have to be declared on my personal policy even if I wasn't driving or even if I wasn't in the car and it was on test.
I passed my driving test yesterday! 🥳 (auto) Your videos helped so so much you explain and display everything so well, thank you!
That's great to hear, congratulations on passing!
VERY imformative and I have massive respect for people that can say so much info with next to none "emmm's or ahhhh's" Thanks for sharing these stats..
And I also like the fact that there is not a single dislike.
Thanks for what you provide us with 😊
Hi Richard. I leant to drive late in life (46) and 12 years later I'm learning very useful stuff from your content. Thanks for what you do.
I am 10 years older than you. I learn a lot from you through your video. Thanks you for your teaching!
Great video!! And very informative.. I'm currently training to be a ADI :)
You are like a best friend to me 😊🤩I feel like something missing when I don’t watch one of your videos...
incredible work, very sincere.
I just need to say I’m 20 minutes in watching this video, you made me laugh about the guy who followed you around the roundabout and stopped after you that smelt. Oh Richard, you are funny. I love following your channel.. I’m still doing my lessons, that’s how I come across your channel. Your great. Thank you 😊
I usually never speak in a lesson myself, but if my instructor starts a convo I will join in and have it. I also never cancelled a single lesson, in fact it was the complete opposite where my instructor had to cancel lessons and move them to another day.
I passed my driving test from first time last Friday! I am really grateful to you🙂
Congratulations on passing!
Thank you for your videos, it helped me a lot,now I can drive
Thanks mate .
Very informative
I recently started taking driving lessons, my driving instructor actually shared with me that he does apparently 6 sessions of 2 hours with his many students, and thanks to your reference, I've got newfound respect for my instructor, considering he works 6 days a week.
Also your videos have actually helped me a lot! My instructor hasn't really explained what I should do in great detail and your videos have helped me to realise where I'm right/wrong! Thank you very much!!
When I was doing 8 hours a day fatigue would set in and my lessons would be lower quality than the days I did less.
Your UA-cam channel is doing great (current estimated yearly is 57K), even if you are in a holiday, as long as you have viewers then it all sorted :). Your videos are informative so I am a subscriber.
Top man, I’m looking at being a driving instructor. Just trying to gather some information and figure out what I need etc cheers Bro, very helpful.
Nice one should've been. Longer thankyoi for your openness a d transparency. I have had 35 lessons and still struggling. Hopefully soon I will.
Love these talking in the car, possibly slightly rambly videos,
also like the little shoutout i got at 16:31 :P
(i'm Michael Flatman, first car was a light blue 2007 honda jazz, failed first driving test, passed 2nd time round in 2019 i think, bit of a pain to teach i think looking back..)
you're an awesome driving instructor, the other really quite wholesome comments on here show that well
Haha, definitely not you. You were very easy to teach. I hope you're well.
Great video Richard!
Thanks Josh.
Dear Mr. Fanders, even though I've been watching your videos for quite some time now, this one trully compelled me to comment. You are by far the most genuine, honest and entertaining person in this niche of youtube and my personal go to channel in my free time. I'm a teenager from Croatia and I first found your channel when looking to get some additional advice when taking driving lessons. I passed without a fault and continued watching your videos with even more satisfaction. I agree with everything you've said because my instructor also told me about similar problems. Also, you're absolutley right about differing amount of lessons needed by different pupils-here in croatia the minimum is 35h and despite me being an allright driver at 35 mark, it took me until 45-50 h to really get confident and consistent behind the wheel. I must say, I've watched your videos so much that couple of times I found it confusing to switch back to driving on the right side in real life:)) Thank you so much for putting out such great content over the years and as helpful as your videos are while taking lessons, I've come to appreciate and follow your channel more closely after passing my exam as I'm sure driving is one of those skills you never quite master 100%, there's always something more to learn. I'm sending you cheers from Croatia and wish you all the best in the future!:))
Thorough and articulate 👍
Excellent, thank you! Good job for sure......
Thank you for the great info
Loving the comment about the average time needed to learn to drive. Thank you for making me feel like it is normal to feel not anywhere near ready to drive after 15 lessons!
I had 10 years prior experience as a motorcyclist before passing a few months back, and even with all that experience and "road knowledge" i didn't feel wholey ready. but that experience is the ONLY reason i was able to pass at 15 lessons. So don't let it get you!
I had my first CRASH with an instructor (wasnt my fault and got some payout). Passed my test after 40h. Now I am driving everyday to actually LEARN HOW TO DRIVE. Thank you for your videos. ❤
Hi Richard. Your videos are awesome. Thanks. I am just learning to drive, but should have done it years ago lol. I see we both love the colour blue. I too love having a laugh and having fun. Life is short and we have to make the most of it. Being in the present is good. Lol I too used to deliver papers a long time ago.
Don’t worry about the long video, I could watch you talk all day my man
eminently likeable guy. enjoyed listening to you just talk about your life. nice to hear that you sound like a good person, re your thoughts on pupils who make nasty comments on passersby.
Hi Richard, you are keeping me Sane!
We are teaching our twin daughters to drive ourselves 🙀😱🤯 as here in the far West of Cornwall we can not get an instructor. I've tried everyone but most do not have spaces on their list! They have tests booked in March.
We are all watching your video hoping we have gained enough information to get them through 🙏
Looking forward to more videos I love the clutch control one really makes me 😃
Take care xx
That's great to here! I wish your daughters the best of luck.
Great video thanks 👍
Love and respect 😊
100% about the hours thing
it took me ages to get test ready, but once i passed, i didnt have much issues, i value the time i spent learning and for those still learning
once you pass, no one cares how long it took you to learn 👍
Geat video as always. Your videos help me through my part 3 exam. Much appreciated
This guy is such a genuine guy
Very helpful information...
I respect your idea Brother God bless your job 🙏
I've been driving for +20 years in Sweden and I found your videos very interesting. Since I don't live in any of the big cities the driving here can be very different from the situation in your videos and I'm far from certain that I would pass a test in these conditions.
I Dnt mind as long as they are doing good job like u 👍thank u
Took each of my hour long lessons on a Saturday at 17, in 1976/77. Much less theory, no separate theory exam, but I was an enthusiastic learner, had a very good instructor (BSM), MK2 Ford Escort, no PAS. 20 lessons, passed first time. You're correct, there is no "average", it's down to many variables, age, aptitude, ability to follow guidance, the instructor and perhaps a bit of luck with the traffic on the test itself. Like many, I love to drive today, as much as I did when I began 45 years previously.
I use to be a taxi driver for 14 years, from the age 36-50, so I can testify to how I allowed it to affect my heart physical health. I will be 60 next year, I am considering this path, but will take steps to put my health first so I don’t suffer with metabolic syndrome again. Great video.
I just came across this video. I was seriously considering leaving the military to become an instructor. This really helped. Thank you
Did it sway you towards or away from the job?
@@ConquerDriving you yourself helped sway me towards doing it, but the current economic climate, i.e fuel rises and cost of living, is holding me back a bit
@@righteousindignationdid you ever decide to go through with it?
@@jannasimpson588 nope. Still serving
You're a funny guy and I imagine a very chill instructor.
Started watching your content a while back as I have just started 'learning ' again after a 25 yr gap :/........ doing maneuvers in lesson 2 :D You can teach an old dog new tricks and it IS like learning a bike.
hey just wanted to let you know as an american who had been driving automatic for 10 years, your videos were instrumental in me being able to purchase and drive the manual car I now drive as a daily!
really great video Richard (although already year and a half ago) thanks! Even though I live in Holland/The Netherlands, i am thinking about becoming a driving instructor here, and have been watching your videos for a week or two now, and they are really interesting and helpful for a 'would be' instructor like me! Dennis
PS: wow, you were talking about 28 pounds per hour on average for a driving lesson where you are from (even though 18 months ago)? Here in The Netherlands a cheap driving-school asks about 40 a 42 euros per hour (yes, i am talking about 2021, cause thats the year I had lessons)! what a difference a country makes eh (maybe the taxes/costs here are quite different)