Certified Flight Instructor

Job Description

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students. Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences. Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.

Core Competencies

• TEACHING & LEARNING: Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques. Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs.
• MENTORSHIP & COACHING: Understanding and empathizing with student experiences. Providing personalized guidance and support. Articulating ideas clearly and fostering open communication.
• ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK: Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning. Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies.
• TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION: Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
• Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.
• Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.
• Perform student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.
• Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.
• Demonstrate a willingness to be of service and exhibit pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintain flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.

Qualifications

• Required Education and Experience: Associate degree in a closely related field and demonstrated qualifications in the technology’s teaching discipline. Verifiable professional experience may be accepted in lieu of other requirements as approved by the Vice Chancellor who oversees academic programs, or his/her designee.
• Required Skills, Knowledge, And Certifications Or License: Demonstrate Up-to-date knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements. Be able and willing to mentor and perform training at the highest safety standard. Strong Interpersonal communication skills and professionalism. Demonstrate competency in regulatory requirements for Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial and CFI certifications. Current 2nd Class Medical and maintain a current medical during employment. Commercial license, and current Certified flight Instructor Certification.
• Preferred Skills, Knowledge, And Certifications Or License: Demonstrate a high level of Aeronautical Decision Making skills. Demonstrate competency in Aircraft systems and aeronautical knowledge. 141 experience or demonstrated competency in 141 operations. Current CFII, or MEI, certifications.

Benefits

You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas’ comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more. Follow the links below for additional details: TSTC Benefits TSTC Retirement Plans Employee Discount Program

Pay

Competitive wages

Schedule

Flexible scheduling to accommodate the needs of the program and students.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position. After you complete your application, please send your transcripts to faculty.qualifications@tstc.edu.