Aviation - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

The Mentoring Collaborative of Montgomery County; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 1,190,000 - 1,609,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per/

Job summary

Sinclair College is seeking an Aviation - Part-Time Adjunct Faculty member at the Dayton campus to teach courses within the Aviation Technology program. The role involves delivering curriculum, preparing syllabi, and using instructional technology to enhance learning.

Open to candidates who reside in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or can work within those states. Starting pay is $1,016 per credit hour assigned, with typical limits on workload per semester.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aviation or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to student learning and innovative teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach aviation courses per curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Prepare syllabi and deliver instruction, including online components as needed.
• Maintain records and submit final grades by deadlines.
• Ensure student confidentiality and compliance with policies.

Skills

Student-centered instruction

Clear communication

Curriculum planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation or related field

Tools

FAA Certifications

Job description

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Job Title Aviation - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty
Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH
Job Number 04631
Department Aviation Technology
Job Category Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)
Job Type Part-Time Status Regular
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 aviation technology programs in the nation which includes Bachelor of Applied Science degrees in Aviation Technology/Professional Pilot and Unmanned Aerial Systems. Sinclair’s bachelor and associate degrees and technical certificate programs prepare graduates for careers as commercial fixed wing and helicopter pilots, aircraft mechanics, flight attendants, aircraft dispatchers, aviation managers and unmanned aerial systems operators and technicians.
The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,016 per credit hour assigned 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 restricts part-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements.

Why work for Sinclair College?

The following are some of the benefits that part-time/adjunct faculty with Sinclair College receive:

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

Requirements

• SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment. Principal Accountabilities
• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than the maximum of 12 credit hours per semester
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Aviation or a related field required, OR must meet the specific requirements associated with Tested Experience.
  • Tested Experience Requirements: Associate’s degree in the discipline or a related field preferred. A minimum of a high school diploma required, AND possession of an appropriate industry license, credential, or certification that qualifies the individual to teach the content, PLUS one or more of the following:
  • Five years of experience working in a field specifically related to the course to be taught and/or college or university teaching in a field specifically related to the course to be taught (as determined by the department chairperson and approved by the division dean), OR
  • Comparable or widely accepted experience specific to the field of the course to be taught

Additional Requirements

• Industry experience preferred
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work successfully in a community college environment
• Demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction required
• FAA Ratings required for flight instructor applicants: Instrument, Commercial, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • To be considered, candidates must upload images of both the front and back of their FAA license in the Licensure/Certification section of the application
• FAA Ratings preferred for flight instructor applicants: Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII), Multi-engine and Airline Transport Pilot (ATP)
• Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (if applicable) and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of education?
  • High school/GED
  • Some college level courses
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • Doctorate
• * Do you meet the education requirements for the position as listed in the job posting?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you meet the work experience requirements of this position as described?
  • Yes
  • No
• * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the state in which you currently reside or will perform work for this position.
  • Ohio
  • Indiana
  • Kentucky
  • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of these states.
• * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, and will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for a work visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
  • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but will require sponsorship now or in the future.
  • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Licensure/Certification

Optional Documents

• Other
• Associate's Transcript
• Bachelor's Transcript
• Master's Transcript