Instructor, FAA Airframe & PowerPlant License Test Prep

Occupational Summary

The FAA Airframe & Power Plant License Test Prep Instructor is responsible for supervising and training students preparing them to successfully take the FAA General/Airframe and/or General/Power Plant exam to obtain licensure. This position requires flexible working hours; day, evening and possibly weekends. Instructors ensure the quality and integrity of the Workforce Development's programs through teaching, student learning and professional development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

* Teaches assigned courses to meet program needs

* Integrates classroom and hands-on experience enabling students to demonstrate competencies

* Plans and organizes instruction in ways which maximize student learning

* Modifies instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students' needs

* Oversees day-to-day operation of the class

* Maintains class records; prepares and submits instructional records, reports and grades established by institutional policy

* Follows all safety and security procedures and notifies campus leadership of deficiency

* Ensures confidentiality of all student records and student information

* Maintains up-to-date knowledge and skill in subject specialty through professional development

* Motivates and encourages students to successfully complete their program

* Promotes community awareness of program opportunities

* Performs other tasks as assigned which support the mission and initiatives of the college

Minimum Qualifications

Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) Mechanic Certificate (Airframe and Powerplant License).

Preferred:

Associate's degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.

Prior teaching experience at the post-secondary level.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Learning-centered values and student success initiatives

* Demonstrated understanding of advising and competency-based learning

* Knowledge of, ability to develop, and commitment to use emerging technologies and alternative delivery methods appropriately, including online delivery, hybrid course options, content software, web-enhancements, etc.

* Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with and maintain positive working relationships with students, peers, supervisors and staff

* Commitment to stay current and continually improve knowledge and understanding of the discipline

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

* Effectively communicate interpersonally (in group and one-on-one settings), verbally, and in writing

* Handle confidential information with absolute discretion