Manual Training Teacher/Craft Instructor

Aliases: Craft Instructor

Industry/Sector(s): Education, Training and Research

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Manual Training Teacher/Craft Instructor is expected to perform include:

Instructing students in schools and training institutions in manual crafts such as carpentry, tailoring, weaving, book binding, blacksmithy, etc.
Imparting theoretical instructions for use of tools, mechanical drawings, blueprint reading and related subjects
Giving demonstrations of process and operation in workshop
Supervising and guiding students in their practical work
Attending to stores, equipment and tools

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It is not a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 7/8 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required
Being self-employed is also an option. In this case, the working hours and days will be flexible

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This job is suitable for candidates with One Arm (OA), One Leg (OL), Both Legs Handicapped (BL), Low Vision (LV) and those who have their Hearing Impaired (HH)

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ³

Preferably, diploma in computer

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Proficient in the art of relevant craft
In-depth knowledge of the methodologies and procedures used for teaching the craft
Skilled in teaching the students
Knowledge of the equipment and tools used
Ability to read drawings and blueprints

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Good communication skills
Ability to adapt in new environment

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Colleges and institutes providing diploma in computer across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

https://targetstudy.com/courses/vocational-courses/

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁴

Manual Training Teacher/Craft Instructor → Head of Vocational Training Programmes

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ³

For candidates with experience - Rs 16,000 to Rs 19,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ³

Generally, 2-4 years of experience required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ³

Government and private schools
Private institutes/workshops
Self-employed

KEYWORDS

Manual Training Teacher
Craft Teacher

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	2356.0100	Manual Training Teacher/Craft Instructor
ISCO 2008	2356	Information Technology Trainers
NIC 2008	85499	Other educational services n.e.c.
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 2
2	http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/page.php?s=reg&t=def&p=list_jobsNew
3	https://www.naukri.com/job-listings-Skill-Instructor-IT-Vocational-Skills-Centum-WorkSkills-India-Limited-Patiala-Sangrur-Ludhiana-2-to-4-years-031116005686?src=jobsearchDesk&sid=14804842964435&xp=2&qp=carpentering,%20tailoring%20instructor&srcPage=s
4	http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-2.pdf

Disclaimer: We hereby declare that utmost care has been taken to ensure that the content provided here is valid and relevant. Given the dynamic nature of the information, it may vary across organizations, institutes, cities, and states in India. The publisher, author, and printer will not be held liable or responsible for any discrepancy in the content. This content should be used for reference purpose only; it is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice or used for any commercial purposes. The contact details and website links provided in the content may have changed from the time of creation till its printing/publication. The company names that have been cited are for example purpose only. The Directorate does not endorse any of the said organizations.

Feedback

Note: Only genuine inputs related to Career Content (Job role) should be submitted. Accepting & rejecting the feedback is purely at the discretion of MoLE.