Part Time Instructor - Dept. of Aviation Science & Management (Eastman Campus)

Inside Higher Ed; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

A public multi-campus educational institution is seeking a Part-Time Instructor for its Department of Aviation Science & Management. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate courses in aviation maintenance technology and related fields. Candidates need a Master's Degree in aviation or a related field, with teaching experience highly valued. Responsibilities include course development, student advising, and collaboration with faculty. This position offers a chance to influence the next generation of aviation professionals in a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (or Doctorate) in aviation or related field required.
• Extensive aviation experience required if degree is not in aviation.
• Demonstrated ability to teach various aviation training courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach aviation maintenance technology courses covering the FAA curriculum.
• Advise aviation students on academic and career aspirations.
• Develop course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and lab projects.
• Maintain training aids.
• Instruct courses in the classroom, laboratories, and shop.
• Evaluate student achievement and competence.
• Collaborate with faculty and the occupational advisory committee.

Skills

Teaching aviation courses

Advising students

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s Degree in aviation or related field

Doctorate Degree preferred

Tools

CFI or Ground Instructor certificates (AGI, IGI)

Job description

Part Time Instructor - Dept. of Aviation Science & Management (Eastman Campus)

Job ID: 289327
Location: MGA Eastman Campus
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time

About the University

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is a public, multi‑campus institution that offers baccalaureate and graduate programs. Located in central Georgia, MGA’s aviation program is Georgia’s flagship aviation school.

Job Summary

This position is primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in aviation maintenance technology, crew resource management, flight operations, and FAR Part 141 ground school. Instruction will take place in classroom, lab, and shop settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach aviation maintenance technology courses covering the FAA general curriculum.
• Advise aviation students on academic and career aspirations.
• Develop course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and lab projects.
• Maintain training aids.
• Instruct courses in the classroom, laboratories, and shop.
• Evaluate student achievement and competence.
• Collaborate with faculty and the occupational advisory committee.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s Degree (or Doctorate) in aviation or related field.
• If the degree is not in aviation, extensive aviation experience is required.
• Demonstrated ability to teach a broad array of aviation training courses.

Preferred

• Doctorate Degree.
• Civilian aviation experience with FAR Part 121 or 135 operations.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certified Flight Instructor rating (CFI) or Ground Instructor certificates (AGI, IGI).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment opportunity organization and is committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check and verification of credentials and employment history.