Aviation - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per‑

Advancement opportunities

Professional development support

STRS pension participation

Work-life balance programs

Faculty mentoring

Job summary

Sinclair College is seeking an Aviation adjunct faculty member for the Dayton campus. The role involves teaching aviation technology courses on a part-time basis, with compensation at $1,016 per credit hour assigned to teach.

The position requires residency in OH, IN, or KY or ability to work within those states, and there are limits on total credit hours per semester. Responsibilities include delivering curriculum, developing syllabi, and evaluating student work while maintaining records and

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Aviation or related field required, OR must meet Tested Experience requirements.
• Five years of experience in the field or college teaching related to the course to be taught, or comparable experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Prepare syllabi for all assigned sections per policy.
• Employ appropriate teaching strategies and tech.
• Maintain records and submit final grades by deadlines.
• Ensure confidentiality of student information.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum planning

Educational technology

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation or related field

Tested Experience requirements

Job description

Position Information

• 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
• 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 $1,016 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 residein Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform workwithin 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

• 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 final grade rosters according to establisheddeadlines
• 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 flight instructor applicants:Instrument, Commercial, Certified Flight Instructor ( CFI )
  • To be considered, candidates must upload images of both thefront and back of their FAA license in the Licensure/Certificationsection of the application
• FAA Ratings preferred for flight instructor applicants:Certified Flight Instructor Instrument ( CFII ), Multi-engine andAirline Transport Pilot ( ATP )

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