Instructor - Pilot Ground School

Job Summary

The instructor is responsible for developing and implementing the daily lesson plans and activities for proper management of assigned classes. This person is also responsible for creating a classroom environment that implements best practices, supports industry standards, and engages students in career and technical education. The instructor will also maintain industry and required certification(s) and follow FAA regulations. The instructor will assist the Department Chair, fulfilling duties of a Ground Instructor and Check Airman while meeting all Part 141 Ground School requirements.

Essential Job Duties

• Plan and prepare the learning environment with needed materials and supplies, including textbook and course materials selection.
• Provide quality instruction which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college-approved curriculum and resources.
• Actively engage and interact with students using intentional best practice teaching strategies.
• Assist with development, implementation, and assessment of curriculum to meet program goals.
• Create a course syllabus for each class taught using the approved course abstract and syllabus template.
• Present course content in an unbiased and civil manner, while demonstrating respect, helpfulness, and responsiveness toward students.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, positive attitude, and supportive culture.
• Maintain appropriate records to include student attendance, record of grades earned, and other related classroom information.
• Schedule and maintain office hours each week convenient to students.
• Aid in addressing student concerns regarding advisement, placement, and course difficulties.
• Facilitate student recruitment; assist in the promotion of Aviation Department programs.
• Complete professional development training hours and maintain appropriate professional certification, as necessary.
• Participate in department and division meetings, events, and initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of students, parents/guardians, and fellow staff members, as well as records.
• Absorb and promote safe pilot practices including following FAA regulations, referencing safety handbooks and guidelines, preflight preparation, appropriate communication, and use of Aeronautical Decision Making.
• Pass FAR Part 141 Assistant Chief Ground Instructor or Check Airman assessment – initial and recurrent checks.
• Perform the Duties for FAR Part 141 Assistant Chief Instructor or Check Airman.
• Perform other duties as assigned, such as participating in commencement, work with advisory committees, sponsoring student organizations, attending college functions, and attending community events.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning (or ability to complete an associate degree within six months of hire).
• FAA Basic Ground Instructor (BGI) and Instrument Ground Instructor (IGI) OR hold a current Flight Instructor certificate (Airplane Single and Multiengine).
• Valid Missouri teaching certificate with the Department of Elementary & Secondary Education (or be willing to obtain current teaching certificate in secondary and post-secondary education from the State of Missouri).
• Knowledge of current practices that promote safety in aviation maintenance.
• Three years of relevant work experience as a pilot or in a related aviation field.
• Demonstrate current knowledge in course content and effectiveness in teaching assigned subjects.
• Availability to teach daytime, evening, or weekend courses, as needed.
• Able to work without direct supervision and able to use discretion to determine the need for administrative involvement.
• Able to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).

Preferred Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification.
• FAA Certified Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI).
• FAR 61.56 Current and recency requirements are met and maintained.
• Three years of work experience as an Airline Transport Pilot.
• Prior FAR Part 141 Flight or Ground School teaching experience.
• Experience as a Check Airman or Check Instructor.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (such as Canvas).
• Experience working within a collegiate setting.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions. Requires extended periods of time viewing computer monitor or standing; may require adjustment of schedule to include some evenings and/or weekends; may encounter occasional exposure to inclement weather during travel.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to operate shop tools common to aviation maintenance facilities;

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