Part - Time Instructor, Aviation - FY 2027

Nevada System of Higher Education; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 1,051,000 - 1,497,000; Part time

Job summary

Nevada System of Higher Education invites applications for a part-time Aviation Instructor at the CSN Henderson Campus. In-person lectures and labs will be conducted in the A Building, with day or evening scheduling depending on class availability.

The role requires FAA credentials or equivalent aviation experience, with opportunities to develop curricula and advise students. Applicants should upload resume, cover letter, transcripts, and references.

Qualifications

• FAA certificated flight instructor or equivalent aviation credentials.
• Experience in aviation operations or advanced aircraft systems is a plus.
• Ability to advise and assist students in an instructional setting.

Responsibilities

• Lecture and lab instruction for Aviation Courses.
• Develop lesson plans and course materials with Lead Faculty.
• Evaluate student mastery of skills and outcomes.
• Provide advisement to students.
• Assist with program or curriculum development if requested.
• Attend staff meetings and recruitment activities as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management or related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities of a part time Aviation Instructor include but are not limited to:

• Lecture and Lab instruction for Aviation Courses

• Develop Lesson Plans, and course materials in conjunction with Lead Faculty

• Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes

• Provide advisement to students

• Some program and or curriculum development may be requested

• Attend staff meetings and recruitment activities as requested

Required Qualifications

• FAA issued Certificated Flight (II) Instructor, OR FAA issued Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating and Advanced Ground Instructor Certificate, and Instrument Ground Instructor. OR , Aviation Industry Professionals with extensive experience or Aerodynamics, or Advanced Aircraft Systems, or Crew Resource Management, or Airport Management, or Airline Operations, or Cabin Service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management, Aerospace Science, Aeronautical Administration, or related field.

• Knowledge in Canvas or other Learning Management Systems

Schedule:

Aviation courses are taught at the CSN Henderson Campus A Building, they are typically in-person and can be scheduled during the day, or evenings.

Salary Information:

$925.00 per lecture credit hour. Credits will vary by semester.

Applications will be considered on an as-needed basis determined by course availability.

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

48.8%

Required Attachment(s)

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application:

• Resume /CV

• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Academic Transcripts

• Contact Information for three (3) professional references

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Posting Close Date

06/30/2027

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.