Adjunct Aeronautics Instructor; AFAB

Teaching Assignment in the Career Technical Educational Division for the Aircraft Fabrication & Assembly Technician Program (AFAB).

• Instructors may be assigned a combination of daytime, evening, and/or Saturday classes, as the college is dedicated to the educational success of a diverse student body with diverse needs.
• Coordinating and working closely with industry partners in support of the program.
• Travel between District locations is also expected.

(Applicant must meet one of the following)

• Minimum Qualifications for Faculty in California Community:
  Any Bachelor's degree and two years professional experience OR any Associate's degree and six years of professional experience, OR equivalency:
  College work, military training, or nationally recognized certifications equivalent to a Baccalaureate degree and two years of related occupational experience in the discipline; or, college work, military training, or nationally recognized certifications equivalent to an Associate's degree plus six years of occupational experience related to the discipline, OR eight years of experience in the aircraft fabrication occupation, two years of which must have included assignment as a supervisor, instructor, trainer, or owner of an aircraft maintenance facility with emphasis in aircraft assembly or prototype construction.
• AND sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

• Bachelor's degree in academic subject area related to the assignment.
• Three years full time, postsecondary teaching experience in Career Technical Education (preferably at a community college) OR 10 years of recent experience in training programs related to the aviation/aerospace manufacturing/maintenance industries.
• Industry certifications related to the assignment.
• Possession of FAA certification(s) A&P, IA.
• Ability and/or evidence related to developing training aids (hydraulic/pneumatic/aircraft systems) or industry awards related to improvements in quality and production with regards to improving technician performance.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Evidence of a commitment to teaching/learning and vision of a learning-centered institution and community.
• An understanding of how technology can support learning and a record of support for technological advancements.
• Evidence of successful grant writing or scholarship awards.

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations.