Adjunct Instructor - Flight

Louisiana Community and Technical College System • Lake Charles, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

SOWELA’s Workforce Development department is hiring an adjunct flight instructor to provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction under approved training syllabi. The instructor evaluates student performance, provides corrective instruction, and supports student success and completion while maintaining student pass rates above established benchmarks.

The role also supports flight operations, including aircraft scheduling and dispatch, fleet utilization, aircraft status coordination, and prompt reporting of maintenance discrepancies. The instructor maintains accurate training records and FAA-compliant endorsements, assists with FAA audits and reviews, and promotes a positive safety culture while following FAA regulations, institutional policies, and aviation best practices.

Work takes place in office, classroom, and flight environments. The schedule is generally Monday through Friday, with occasional evening or weekend work and flexibility based on flight operations, weather, and student scheduling. The position involves typical aircraft noise and outdoor weather exposure, work in small non-air-conditioned aircraft, frequent sitting, standing, and walking, and lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds. Travel and work at different locations may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Ability to obtain approval under the institution's insurance requirements.
• Minimum 300 hours total flight time.
• Minimum 50 hours dual given.
• FAA Commercial certificate, FAA CFI, and FAA CFII.
• Current FAA Second Class medical certificate.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate college vehicles if assigned.
• Pass a knowledge test and flight review with the Director.
• Submit copies of required certificates and credentials to be considered.
• Adhere to laws regarding disclosure of student records and applicable LCTC and SOWELA policies.
• Communicate professionally and promptly with students and staff by email, phone, and/or personal conferences.
• Possess thorough knowledge of relevant program skillsets and competencies and communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
• Use internet and computer software for instructional tasks, record organization, assessment, and communications; proficiency in software including Microsoft Office.
• Safeguard sensitive and confidential information, make independent decisions, and demonstrate good judgment and professional work ethic.
• Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and evaluate learning for flight and ground lessons.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote aviation and maintain a safe, secure learning environment.
• Ensure instructional equipment, including aircraft, simulators, and training aids, meets safety standards.
• Be able to assume immediate positive control of an aircraft during all phases of flight and manipulate flight controls and aircraft systems necessary to safely instruct.
• Work daily shifts Monday through Friday, with occasional evening or weekend work as required, and adjust schedules based on flight operations, weather, and student scheduling.
• Meet the physical requirements of small weight-restricted aircraft operations, including frequent sitting, standing, and walking; lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds; and reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and stepping into and out of aircraft.
• Tolerate aircraft noise, vibration, and varying outdoor weather conditions, including heat, humidity, cold, wind, and rain, and operate in non-air-conditioned, space-constrained aircraft.
• Travel and work at different locations as required.
• Meet all FAA requirements necessary to exercise the privileges of job-required pilot and instructor certificates.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Aeronautics, or a related field.
• Collegiate Part 141 CFI teaching experience or military flight instructor experience.
• Multiengine Instructor (MEI) certificate.
• Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) certificate.
• Instrument Ground Instructor (IGI) certificate.
• More than 500 hours total flight time.
• More than 200 hours dual given and two years of CFI experience.
• 100 hours RV-12 experience.
• 100 hours C-172 experience.
• Airline Part 121 experience.
• Familiarity with flight scheduling and recordkeeping systems such as Flight Schedule Pro (PilotBase), Talon, ETA, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Maintain student pass rates above established benchmarks and demonstrate commitment to student success and completion.
• Assist with aircraft scheduling and dispatch operations.
• Report maintenance discrepancies promptly and coordinate with maintenance personnel regarding aircraft status.
• Support fleet utilization and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain accurate student training records, endorsements, training folders, stage-check documentation, and electronic scheduling records in accordance with FAA, institutional, and flight school requirements.
• Complete endorsements in accordance with FAA regulations and assist with FAA audits and reviews.
• Promote and model a positive safety culture; ensure compliance with FAA Parts 61 and 141, institutional policies, and aviation industry best practices.
• Participate in Safety Management System activities and submit safety reports and hazard assessments as required.
• Conduct aircraft inspections and verify aircraft airworthiness documentation before instructional flights.
• Participate in emergency response and risk management initiatives.
• Conduct flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with approved training syllabi.
• Conduct preflight briefings and post-flight debriefings.
• Evaluate student performance and provide corrective instruction.
• Recommend students for stage checks, knowledge examinations, and practical tests.
• Teach aeronautical decision-making, risk management, and crew resource management principles.
• Ensure compliance with FAA Airman Certification Standards.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary.

Benefits

• Retirement benefits.
• Multiple medical insurance options.
• Supplemental insurance options, including dental, term life, disability, accident, and vision coverage.
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan for eligible child care and medical expenses.
• 14 holidays per year, typically including a longer break at Christmas.
• Annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED