Instructor or Assistant Professor – Aviation Instructor​/Program Coordinator

Job Title

Instructor or Assistant Professor – Aviation Instructor/Program Coordinator

FT – 12 Month Faculty Position

Instructor Rank - $48,000 to $63,142

Assistant Professor Rank $49,637 to $67,448 (Must meet academic preparation, and/or equated experience, or doctorate degree to be hired at the Assistant Professor rank.)

This position is responsible for the development and general coordination of aviation programs and will teach and assist in the development of courses in the aviation programs. Responsible for teaching courses in the program. Teaching responsibilities consistof flight-related courses such as private, instrument, commercial,multi-engine, and Flight Instructor ground schools, and other aviation courses. Teaching through a variety of modalities,including face-to-face, online, and remote are required.

Coordinates, as necessary, with the LCCC Chief Flight Instructor for program operation. This faculty reports directly to the Dean of Business, Education, Legal Studies, and Aviation.

Position is based at Lehigh Valley International Airport off campus site.

• Recommends changes to the instructional programs and curricula as required.
• Keeps and submits appropriate academic records.
• Maintains academic records in accordance with college and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements.
• Maintains instructional effectiveness by ongoing self-evaluation and incorporating current developments in instructional and learning strategies.
• Teaches courses in accordance with the master course outline,Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved curriculum, andwithin the schedule of classes.
• Assists librarians in keeping the college collections and services current.
• Assists the college in keeping technology, facilities, and equipment current.
• Plans with the assistance of the dean to ensure availability of supplies, textbooks, and classroom equipment requisite to the successful teaching of assigned classes.
• Maintains regular office hours, as approved by the dean, for consultation with students.
• Serves as faculty advisor to student organizations(voluntary).
• Serves as a faculty advisor to students in their program ofstudy.
• Recruits students for programs of study.
• Participates in academic audits, assessment, and other compliance processes.
• Assists in preparation of budgets for submission to thedean.
• Assists in preparation of academic schedules for submission to Academic Services.
• Serves on college committees and advisory boards.
• Where appropriate, makes recommendations to the dean or associate dean on staffing courses.
• Works with dean and fellow faculty including adjuncts to maintain academic standards and integrity.
• Coordinates with the Chief Flight Instructor in the hiring ofadjunct instructors serving as flight instructors or ground instructors for Part 141 pilot certification courses.
• Works with new faculty in the area.
• Actively participates in faculty development activities.
• In addition to college-sponsored development activities,maintains professional development and stays current in his/herfield of study.
• Maintains instructional/operational currency and familiarity with the Advanced Aviation Training Devices, smart boards and other teaching resources.
• Works with counselors, advisors, and other college staff in responding to student needs.
• Maintains memberships in appropriate professional organizations.
• Shares the responsibility for establishing and maintaining acollege environment that values people.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings, Admission Open Houses, and other college recruitment events.
• Keeps informed on procedures to be followed in case of emergencies.
• Coordinates and leads Advisory Committee.
• Contributes to the college’s accreditation efforts,…