4 Qualities To Look For In A Driving Instructor

Getting behind the wheel is an exciting time for teenagers. However, it can also be a stressful time for parents and for the teens also. All that anxiety can be eased by enrolling in a driving school and having a professional driving instructor work with your child. You want to make sure you are working with a high-quality instructor, so here are some qualities to look for when choosing a driving instructor.

1. Clear Communication

Clear communication is key when it comes to a driving instructor. The student needs to receive clear and concise directions, especially when they are behind the wheel. When you are on the road, things can change in an instant, as other drivers are unpredictable. By having clear and concise communication, there should be no issues for the teen driver. Any issues that may come up can be fixed and corrected with that same communication.

2. Friendly Demeanor

Teens are anxious and nervous, especially for that first driving lesson. While driving instructors should keep it professional, they should also be friendly and help calm those nerves for the student. The instructor should be engaging and reassuring and help ease that tension from the student. Of course, having a sense of humor can add some additional relief for the student.

3. Patience

With a nervous teenager in the vehicle, the driving instructor must show patience. If the instructor is impatient, it can shake the confidence of the student. The best driving instructors are calm and understanding with their students. By remaining calm, even when the student makes a mistake, it will allow them to explain the problem more clearly. Errors happen, which is why the driving lessons are needed. Having a calm and patient instructor that will help guide your teen in the right direction will help to build their confidence.

4. Extensive Training

Another thing to keep in mind when looking for a driving instructor is to look for a driving school where the instructors have passed state certification programs, which all Coastline Academy instructors have. Every instructor at Coastline is certified and licensed by the DMV and has completed an intensive training course. We do this because it ensures your child is learning the most up-to-date rules and regulations for driving in your state. In the end, that will help them stay safe behind the wheel.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our friendly support staff. If you want to start your driver's training journey with Coastline Academy, make sure to sign up for Drivers Ed and book your driving lesson today.

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