Adjunct Instructor of Aviation Maintenance Technology

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 964,000 - 1,515,000; Part time

Job summary

Danville Community College seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor of Aviation Maintenance Technology to provide competency-based classroom and lab instruction aligned with Title 14 CFR Part 147 and FAA standards.

The role supports the AMT program as-needed, with assignments semester-by-semester based on enrollment and program needs. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential; familiarity with Canvas LMS is a plus.

Qualifications

• AAS in Aviation Maintenance Technology from an accredited institution.
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings (A&P).
• At least two years of relevant aircraft maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance practices, FAA requirements, and lab safety procedures.
• Ability to teach and evaluate student performance using competency standards.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, instructional technology, and a college LMS.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work with students, faculty, staff, and industry partners.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and student success.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver AMT classroom and laboratory instruction.
• Supervise projects and ensure use of approved data, tools, and safe practices.
• Assess and document student knowledge and performance.
• Maintain attendance, grades, and competency records.
• Maintain a safe and orderly classroom and lab environment.
• Use the college LMS and other instructional technologies effectively.
• Communicate progress and needs with AMT Program Manager.
• Participate in orientation, training, and course coordination.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

A&P certification

Classroom instruction

Microsoft Office

Canvas LMS

Education

AAS in Aviation Maintenance Technology

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Canvas

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor of Aviation Maintenance Technology

Agency: Danville Community College

Location: Danville - 590

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: $700 - $1,100 per credit hour commensurate with qualifications, education, & experience

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946, and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.

Danville Community College invites applications for adjunct instructors in the Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) program. This part-time, as-needed position provides competency-based classroom and laboratory instruction aligned with Title 14 CFR part 147 requirements, applicable FAA Airman Certification Standards, VCCS course requirements, and College policies. Course assignments are made on a semester-by-semester basis according to enrollment and program needs and do not guarantee continued or future employment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver assigned AMT classroom and laboratory instruction using approved course materials and syllabi.
• Supervise practical projects and ensure that students use approved technical data, tools, equipment, materials, and safe maintenance practices.
• Assess and document student knowledge, risk management, and skill performance in accordance with established course and competency standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance, grade, assessment, and competency records.
• Maintain a safe, professional, and orderly classroom and laboratory environment, including tool, equipment, and material accountability.
• Use the College learning management system and other instructional technologies effectively.
• Communicate regularly with students and the AMT Program Manager regarding progress, attendance, and instructional needs.
• Participate in required orientation, training, meetings, and course coordination activities.
• Perform other instructional duties associated with the assigned course.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology from an accredited institution.
• Required FAA credential: FAA Mechanic Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings (A&P).
• At least two years of relevant aircraft maintenance occupational experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aircraft maintenance practices, approved technical data, applicable FAA requirements, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Ability to provide effective classroom and laboratory instruction and evaluate student achievement using established competency standards.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications, instructional technology, and a college learning management system.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain accurate records, and work cooperatively with students, faculty, staff, and industry partners.
• Commitment to teaching excellence, student success, workplace safety, and the community college mission.

Please attach transcripts to demonstrate AAS degree conferral and supporting documentation that demonstrates achievement of required FAA credential.

Additional Considerations:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in aviation, education, or a closely related field.
• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA).
• Five or more years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Teaching, training, or mentoring experience in aviation maintenance.
• Experience with an FAA-certificated Aviation Maintenance Technician School.
• Experience using Canvas or another learning management system.
• Relevant manufacturer, military, airline, repair station, or specialized technical training.

As part of the competitive search process, Danville Community College requires professional references given by two supervisors in the finalist stage of the competitive search process. If you are currently employed, please list contact information to include email address and phone number for your current supervisor and previous supervisor. If you are not currently employed, please list contact information to include email address and phone number for two previous supervisors. Thank you.