Aviation Dispatch - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 1,378,000 - 1,515,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Advancement opportunities

Professional development

STRS pension

Work-life balance

Faculty mentoring

Job summary

Sinclair College in Dayton, OH seeks an Adjunct Faculty for Aviation Dispatch. The role is part-time with duties to teach FAA dispatch content, develop syllabi, and maintain records. Candidates must reside in OH, IN, or KY or work within those states.

Starting pay is $1,046 per credit hour assigned to teach, with opportunities for advancement and professional development. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in aviation or related field or equivalent tested experience, and FAA licensure or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation or related field required.
• FAA license, credential, or certification required to teach content.
• Five years of related field experience or teaching experience preferred.
• Industry experience preferred.
• Experience with modern educational technology encouraged.
• Effective communication in a community college environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the FAA Part 65 Dispatch program.
• Maintain FAA records.
• Teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize learning.
• Prepare syllabi for all assigned sections per policies.
• Use appropriate teaching strategies and instructional technology.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Submit final grade rosters by deadlines.

Skills

FAA Ratings

Teaching ability

Aviation industry experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aviation or related field

Job description

Position Information

Job Title Aviation Dispatch - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number 05462

Department Aviation Technology

Job Category Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type Part-Time

Status Regular

Job Open Date 05/18/2026

Resume Review Date Ongoing

Closing Date 08/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary

Sinclair College offers one of the most comprehensive aviationtechnology programs in the nation which includes Bachelor ofApplied Science degrees in AviationTechnology /Professional Pilot and Unmanned Aerial Systems . Sinclair’s bachelor andassociate degrees and technical certificate programs preparegraduates for careers as commercial fixed wing and helicopterpilots, aircraft mechanics, flight attendants, aircraftdispatchers, aviation managers and unmanned aerial systemsoperators and technicians.

The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hourassigned to teach. For the full list of available courses to teach,please explore our course catalog.

This position is open only to applicants who reside in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform work within one of these states. Sinclair Community College restrictspart-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, andbenefits compliance requirements.

Why work for Sinclair College?

• Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per semester
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development andeducation
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance
• Faculty mentoring available to aide transition fromprofessional work to a teaching role

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way acontract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Maintain our FAA part 65 Dispatch program
• Maintains FAA required records
• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by thedepartment
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize studentlearning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections inaccordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, useavailable instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategiesto meet diverse student’s needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote studentsuccess
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promotelearning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress · Submit finalgrade rosters according to established deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than themaximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in aviation or a related fieldrequired, OR must meet the specific requirements associatedwith Tested Experience.
  • Tested Experience Requirements : Associate’s degree inthe discipline or a related field preferred. A minimum of a highschool diploma required, AND possession of an appropriate industrylicense, credential, or certification that qualifies the individualto teach the content, PLUS one or more of the following:

1. Five years of experience working in a field specificallyrelated to the course to be taught and/or college or universityteaching in a field specifically related to the course to be taught(as determined by the department chairperson and approved by thedivision dean), OR
2. Comparable or widely accepted experience specific to the fieldof the course to be taught

Additional Requirements

• Industry experience preferred
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning throughinnovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the courseand program level
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with theability to work successfully in a community collegeenvironment
• Demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology,including multimedia-based instruction required
• FAA Ratings required: for Aircraft Dispatcher
  • To be considered, candidates must upload images of both thefront and back of their FAA license in the Licensure/Certificationsection of the application

* Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (ifapplicable) and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is your highest level of education?
   • High school/GED
   • Some college level courses
   • Associate's degree
   • Bachelor's degree
   • Master's degree
   • Doctorate
2. * Do you meet the education requirements for the position aslisted in the job posting?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you meet the work experience requirements of this positionas described?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you meet the licensure and certification requirements asdescribed in the posting?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment,tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the statein which you currently reside or will perform work for thisposition.
   • Ohio
   • Indiana
   • Kentucky
   • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of thesestates.
6. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, andwill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for awork visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicantsfor work visas.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do notrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but willrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Licensure/Certification

Optional Documents

1. Other
2. Associate's Transcript
3. Bachelor's Transcript
4. Master's Transcript