Aviation Ground School Instructor

Classification: Faculty

Department: Aviation

Reporting to: Director of Aviation Program / Chief Flight Instructor

General Job Summary:

The Aviation Ground School Instructor is responsible for conducting ground training, overseeing student activities and other duties as assigned by the Director of Aviation Program / Chief Flight Instructor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Constant (67-100% of the time)
  • Effectively organize, teach, and evaluate student performance and progress in assigned course offerings in accordance with established syllabi. Assignments may include various delivery formats, methods, work schedules and locations.
  • Evaluate and record student performance and progress according to College and division guidelines and FAA standards.
  • Maintain current course syllabi and provide student guides for all courses taught in accordance with College and FAA standards.
• Frequently (34-66% of the time)
  • Attend and serve on assigned and voluntary program and College committees.
  • Assist with lab sites for student practical experiences and monitor progress.
  • Assist with the recruitment and orientation of students.
• Occasionally (10-33% of the time)
  • Regularly engage in professional development activities and keep current with developing trends and ideas in the profession.
  • Assist in the process of requesting and maintaining instructional equipment and supplies for classrooms/laboratories, including aircraft.
  • Assist the supervisor in the budgeting process.
  • Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of communication within the College and community.
  • Encourage and foster student participation in professional organizations, College activities, and community activities.
  • Assist with community activities and public relations activities.
  • Participate in Advisory Committee meetings.

• Represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, staff, and the community.
• Present oneself in a classroom setting in a manner that is acceptable and consistent with program and College guidelines, policies, and practices.
• Assume responsibility, deal effectively with problems and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, staff, administrators, and other contacts.
• Read, understand, and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written communications.
• Possesses strong human relations skills and the ability to effectively relate to diverse personalities.
• Be a creative, energetic, and self-motivated individual with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.
• FAA Advanced Ground Instructor, Instrument (AGII) certification
• FAA Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems certification
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution

Special Demands:

Position involves sitting or standing most of the time in an office or classroom/laboratory setting.

• Constantly (67-100%)
  • Reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions and viewing various types of close visual work.
• Frequent (34-66%)
  • Stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, and carrying.
  • Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and 10 pounds of force frequently.
• May be required to travel utilizing personal vehicle.
• Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and provide proof of insurance.

Preferred Additional Requirements:

• FAA Certified Flight Instructor certificate with Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings
• Project management training and/or experience

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions, job duties/responsibilities, and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all–inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Salary: Commensurate with education and related experience with 213-day contract.

Fringe Benefits: Paid sick and personal leave. Employee health, dental, and vision insurance. Partially funded family insurance available. Employee life and disability insurance. Employee retirement plan.

Courses Taught

The following is a list of possible courses to be taught.  Other courses may be added or deleted as required by the program:

• Private, Instrument, Commercial & Flight Instructor ground school classes.
• FAA Part 107 Certification classes.
• Additional classes as required.