Aviation Mechanic Instructor

Overview

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable, and Essential

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At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, Tidewater Tech, and American Lineman College, we are dedicated to transforming lives through hands-on, career-focused education. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their professional dreams in high-demand fields like aviation, healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. With experienced faculty providing personalized support, our graduates emerge as future leaders ready to make a significant impact in their communities.

Join us in shaping the careers of those who will build and maintain our world and embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling career.

$2,500 relocation bonus for out-of-area hires moving to Charlotte

Ready to move from the hangar to the classroom? We’re looking for experienced A&P mechanics to train the next generation of aviation technicians in Charlotte, NC
. If you’re currently out of area and want a stable schedule, strong benefits, and the opportunity to grow with one of the Southeast’s rising aviation hubs, this is your chance to make a lasting impact—without giving up your hands-on expertise. $2,500 sign-on bonus + $2,500 relocation bonus available for qualified out-of-area candidates.

Deliver engaging instruction in aircraft maintenance, helping students master theory and hands-on skills. Maintain student records, evaluate performance, and collaborate with campus leadership to keep curriculum aligned with industry standards. Create a supportive, safety-focused learning environment that prepares graduates for aviation careers.

• Provide engaging and effective teaching in aircraft maintenance principles while developing curricula that align with industry standards.
• Create a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages student participation and offers individualized support to enhance student success.
• Oversee administrative responsibilities, including maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.

• Teach classes on a scheduled basis, creating an inclusive and welcoming environment that fosters student engagement and learning in aircraft maintenance.
• Collaborate with the Program Coordinator, Campus Director of Education, and Campus Executive Director to develop and refine curriculum, prepare course materials, and schedule classes, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom and laboratory environment, ensuring all tools and equipment are properly maintained for student use.
• Establish and maintain accurate academic and attendance records for each student, submitting attendance, grades, evaluations, and other documentation as required by institutional procedures.
• Proactively notify the Supervisor of any current or potential issues that require immediate attention and implement proven retention techniques to support student success.
• Complete assigned performance-based teacher education modules, participate in classroom observations and instructor evaluations, and respond to student feedback to enhance instructional effectiveness.
• Attend and/or lead in-service training sessions, faculty meetings, and other mandatory gatherings to ensure ongoing professional development and collaboration with peers.
• Assist in managing the inventory of department equipment and supplies, submitting replenishment requests to the Supervisor or appropriate personnel as needed.
• Monitor student attendance closely, alerting the Supervisor to any absences, particularly at the first, third, and fifth occurrences, to address potential retention issues.

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong command of aircraft maintenance theory and practical application; commitment to staying current in the field.
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, compliance-driven educational setting.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask.
• Professional,…