NOC 43109: Other instructors
Other instructors teach courses, such as motor vehicle or motorcycle driving, sailing and navigation, sewing or other courses, which are outside of educational institutions. They are employed by driving schools, fabric retailers and other commercial establishments or they may be self-employed. This unit group also includes modelling and finishing school instructors, driver's licence examiners, who are employed by provincial governments and tutors who provide instruction in elementary or secondary school subjects.
Official Main Duties for NOC 43109
Select the duties you perform in your actual job. Under IRCC guidelines, you must perform at least 60% of these duties for a successful work permit or PR reference letter.
Your employer reference letter must confirm you performed the main actions described in the duties above. Avoid copying words directly from the NOC description โ officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.
Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 43109
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Other instructors is categorized under TEER 3. Occupations in this tier typically require completion of a 2- to 3-year post-secondary diploma, apprenticeship training, or specialized technical certifications.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 43109.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $15 | $20/hr | $31.5 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador โ | $16/hr | $20/hr | $28/hr |
| Prince Edward Island โ | $16.5/hr | $25/hr | $28/hr |
| Nova Scotia โ | $18.75/hr | $23/hr | $35/hr |
| New Brunswick โ | $17.33/hr | $22.36/hr | $41.4/hr |
| Quebec โ | $16.1/hr | $20/hr | $28.5/hr |
| Ontario โ | $17.6/hr | $20/hr | $35/hr |
| Manitoba โ | $17.14/hr | $22.98/hr | $34.31/hr |
| Saskatchewan โ | $15.35/hr | $26.67/hr | $32/hr |
| Alberta โ | $15.57/hr | $21.16/hr | $34.07/hr |
| British Columbia โ | $17.85/hr | $21.67/hr | $33.5/hr |
| Nunavut โ | $19/hr | $24.91/hr | $50.62/hr |
๐๏ธTop Metropolitan Cities Wage Rates (ESDC 2025/2026)
Economic Region BenchmarksOfficial ESDC prevailing median wages across major Canadian metropolitan regions. Crucial for LMIA prevailing wage compliance and local job offer evaluations.
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- Enrollment in or completion of post-secondary school in a related discipline may be required for tutors, secondary and elementary school subjects.
- Expertise in the field of instruction must be demonstrated.
- Driving instructors must obtain special licensing as a driving instructor in the province of employment.
- Certification by the Canadian Yachting Association may be required for sailing and navigation instructors.
Official Job Titles for NOC 43109
19 Titles ListedIf your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:
Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:
- College and other vocational instructors (See 41210 College and other vocational instructors)View NOC 41210โ
- Elementary school and kindergarten teachers (See 41221 Elementary school and kindergarten teachers)View NOC 41221โ
- Secondary school teachers (See 41220 Secondary school teachers)View NOC 41220โ
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 43109 (Other instructors)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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