Part-time Instructor, Aviation Maintenance Tulsa Technology Center

Oklahoma State Chamber; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Tulsa Tech is seeking a part-time Instructor in Aviation Maintenance to teach and oversee FAA-aligned curricula. The role requires a FAA Airframe & Power Plant license and at least 3 years of hands-on or teaching experience in Aviation Maintenance.

Expect classroom and shop supervision, inventory management, and student assessment. Training is paid at $20/hr, with a standard adjunct/temporary rate structure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years within the last 5 years working or teaching in Aviation Maintenance.
• Must have FAA Airframe & Power Plant License.
• Ensure compliance with FAA approved curriculum and operations manual.
• Ensure safety requirements are met in classroom and shop/lab environment.
• Monitor student use of supplies, materials and equipment.
• Attend training at a training pay rate of $20/hr.
• Course up-to-date; maintain and repair equipment as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage the classroom to create an optimal learning environment.
• Plan and organize instructional materials, inventories, tools and equipment; update lesson plans.
• Evaluate students to monitor progress toward competencies.
• Provide counseling to support program completion; collaborate with administration for interventions.
• Maintain up-to-date attendance and academic progress records; manage paperwork for operations.
• Develop industry contacts and participate in advisory committees to align curriculum with job market needs.
• Participate in campus projects and events as assigned; support CTSO activities and monitoring duties.
• Maintain professional development in educational methods and industry topics.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Teaching/Training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Part-time Instructor, Aviation Maintenance

Job Requirements:

• A minimum of three (3) years experience within the last five (5) years, working and/or teaching in the Aviation Maintenance field.
• Must have F.A.A. Airframe & Power Plant License
• Ensure compliance with F.A.A. approved curriculum and operations manual.
• Ensure safety requirements are met in the classroom and shop/lab environment.
• Monitor student use of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Communicate inventory, supplies and equipment needs to the Program Coordinator.
• Assess and grade student achievement of learning outcomes.
• Attend training as required at training pay rate of $20/hr.
• Ensure course is up to date.
• Maintain and repair equipment and/or aircraft as necessary to maintain proper operation.
• Follow all policies and procedures of Tulsa Tech.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Effectively manage the classroom to create optimal learning environment, maintaining an appropriate balance of classroom discipline.
2. Plan and organize instructional materials/supply inventories/tools/equipment, update lesson plans and instruct students in competency-based developmental program curriculum using current instructional strategies appropriate to subject matter (i.e., classroom, self-paced, Blackboard interactive website, lab, clinicals, etc.) to assure highest quality classroom instruction.
3. Evaluate students on a recurrent basis to provide timely indications of student’s progress toward competencies and knowledge required for successful completion of program.
4. Provide academic, personal and behavioral counseling to students to support their successful completion of program requirements. Collaborate with District administration and Student Service representatives to devise appropriate intervention measures to effect maximum student retention and program completion.
5. Maintain up-to-date records of student attendance, academic progress and grades as required by District policy and certification agencies. Process, maintain and/or monitor paperwork required for District operations (inventory purchasing, follow-up data, etc.)
6. Develop and maintain community/business contacts and participate with industry advisory committee to promote interaction among students and practitioners, assure the program curriculum remains a current reflection of job market skill requirements and to facilitate placement of students.
7. Participate in projects/assignments in support of the campus or program, as assigned, which might include activities such as: assistance with CTSO activities/competitions, attendance at school events, performing monitoring duty in assigned area, etc.
8. Continue to develop professional expertise in educational methodology and learning strategies as well as in industry-specific topics through attendance/ participation at conferences, professional development training, professional associations, periodic industry internships and industry related events.
9. Perform tasks and duties relevant to any of various roles or responsibilities assigned by supervisor and determined by management to be appropriate for this position; comply with all policy, procedure, regulation and other communicated requirements as may be in effect for the workgroup or worksite.
10. Exercise discretion and independent judgment in making decisions regarding the provision of services to internal and external customers and in day-to-day operations of the department. Interpret and implement policies in a manner consistent with the interests of the District. Provide advice and consultation to executive management as requested. Investigate and resolve issues, as needed, represent the department and District in a professional manner to all.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Shift:

Varies

Salary Schedule:

Standard rate schedule for non-regular (temporary, adjunct, substitute) and regular part-time employees.

Hiring Range:

$30/hr for Substitute; $40/hr for Adjunct

Benefits:

N/A

Physical Demands:

This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.
Regular Requirements: Stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch; lift/move up to 20 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands; repetitive use of fingers and hands.
Occasional Requirements: Reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 40 pounds. Must be able to travel or work extended hours, as needed.
Visual Requirements: Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.
Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information.

Closing Date:

For maximum consideration, receipt of application material is November 5th. However, the position will remain open until filled.

NOTE:
TULSA TECH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER