Faculty - Aviation

Aviation Program Faculty Member

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MCCC is seeking a full-time faculty member to support the Aviation Program. This position is responsible for preparing and delivering classroom instruction for assigned aviation courses and serving as an engaged and collaborative member of the College community.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

• Teaches lecture-based aviation courses using various instructional technologies, including multimedia presentations, computer-based tools, videos, and the College's learning management system.
• Evaluates student learning through assessments, assignments, and examinations, and provides timely, constructive feedback to support student success.
• Provides academic advising and mentoring to students individually and in groups; demonstrates a commitment to serving students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Delivers hands-on laboratory and simulation-based instruction and provides active supervision during applied learning activities.
• Maintains regular office hours to support student consultation, tutoring, and academic guidance.
• Delivers instruction in multiple modalities—including in-person, online, and hybrid—based on course and departmental needs.
• Demonstrates excellence in teaching and supports the comprehensive community college mission, including access, equity, and workforce preparation.
• Participates in curriculum development, program review, assessment of student learning outcomes, student advisement and placement, and departmental planning.
• Serves on college-wide committees such as the Division/Department Personnel Committee (DPC), governance bodies, and divisional groups, contributing to institutional initiatives.
• Engages in leadership opportunities such as serving as Department Chair, Program Coordinator, or Grant Program Director/Principal Investigator as appropriate.
• Tracks and reports student performance and attendance data using Microsoft Office and relevant instructional systems.
• Maintains current knowledge of aviation industry standards, regulations, and best practices to ensure instructional relevance.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory responsibilities:

None

Working conditions:

• Must have a flexible work schedule which would include teaching course loads on evenings and weekends.
• Will be expected to work on both campuses, JKC and West Windsor.
• Final salary offers are based on the selected candidate's education, relevant experience, and placement on the Faculty Salary Grid in accordance with the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Assigned tasks and responsibilities span both campuses for…