Aviation Summer Program 2 Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 51,143 - 72,840; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a part-time instructor for the Aviation Powerplant summer school at Westfield Technical Academy. The role involves delivering FAA approved aviation maintenance training to students, instructing them across various disciplines such as engine breakdown and fire detection.

Candidates must possess a current A&P license or three years of relevant experience, along with strong mechanical aptitude and organizational skills. This position offers compensation of $45 per hour and operates from July 20 to July 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of aircraft parts, systems, and mechanics.
• Current A&P license or 3 years of Aviation experience.
• Proficient with FAA Orders and Advisory Circulars.

Responsibilities

• Deliver FAA approved aviation powerplant training.
• Instruct students on aviation maintenance disciplines.
• Evaluate student performance and provide feedback.
• Maintain student performance records in compliance.
• Collaborate to improve training programs.
• Stay current with aviation maintenance trends.

Skills

Aviation maintenance expertise

Strong mechanical aptitude

Management and organizational skills

Proficient with FAA regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel

Job description

Westfield Public Schools Westfield Technical Academy - Westfield, Massachusetts

Job Description

The Aviation Powerplant summer school will run from July 20 thru July 31, 2026. Other than holidays, class will be conducted Monday thru Friday from 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive FAA approved aviation powerplant maintenance training program.
• Instruct students in a variety of aviation powerplant maintenance disciplines in accordance with curriculum directives, including engine breakdown and reassembly, electrical systems, fire detection, and powerplant maintenance.
• Evaluate student performance and provide regular feedback to students and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and attendance in accordance with regulatory guidance.
• Collaborate with other instructors and program administrators to continuously improve the training program.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in aviation maintenance technology.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of aircraft parts, systems, and mechanics.
• Current A&P license or 3 years of Aviation experience in servicing, handling, teaching, work with and on aircraft. MUST HAVE A STRONG MECHANICAL APTITUDE.
• Strong management and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Federal Aviation Administration Orders.
• Proficient with Federal Aviation Administration Advisory Circulars.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel.

Job Details

• Location: Westfield Technical Academy’s Aviation Department Hangar 2, located at Westfield Barnes Airport.
• Position Type: Part-time.
• Salary: $45 to $45 Per Hour.
• Work Hours: Not to exceed 196 hours total.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Work involves medium physical activity, lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally.