Drone Piloting Instructor — Independent Contractor

Concorde Education, LLC; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Concorde Education is seeking independent instructional contractors to provide drone piloting and aviation enrichment services for students. This is a potential assignment, not an employee position, with opportunities varying by school, grade level, schedule, and program objectives.

Compensation typically ~ $50+ per completed instructional service hour, with payment terms described per assignment; contractors may select opportunities and must meet safety and onboarding requirements.

Qualifications

• 60 college credits required by assignment or site.
• Experience operating drones and knowledge of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate preferred for many assignments; some may require current certification.
• Experience teaching, tutoring, coaching, mentoring, or leading activities with school-age students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate engaging drone piloting and aviation sessions.
• Introduce students to drone flight fundamentals, aviation concepts, safety procedures, and responsible drone operation through hands-on learning activities.
• Adapt instruction based on student experience levels, site requirements, available equipment, and program objectives.
• Guide students through flight exercises, mission planning, problem-solving activities, and introductory FAA Part 107 concepts, where applicable.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate assignment-related needs or concerns with Concorde and school staff.
• Complete a brief session completion form after each scheduled session.
• Follow site safety, visitor, technology, emergency, student-protection, and drone operation procedures.

Skills

Drone operation experience

Experience teaching

Strong communication

Schedule adaptability

Safety-oriented

Education

60 college credits

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Job description

Concorde Education is seeking independent instructional contractors to provide drone piloting and aviation enrichment services for students. This is a potential assignment, not an employee position, with opportunities varying by school, grade level, schedule, and program objectives.

Compensation typically ~ $50+ per completed instructional service hour, with payment terms described per assignment; contractors may select opportunities and must meet safety and onboarding requirements.