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Community College System of New Hampshire•Nashua, NH

12h

About The Position

The Aviation Faculty member educates students and develops curricula for Nashua Community College’s Aviation Technology Department or program. The position is available for the Spring 2027 semester, with a start date of January 7, 2027. The role may be assigned at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level, with annual salary determined by faculty level: Assistant Professor, $54,464–$63,778; Associate Professor, $58,936–$69,066; Professor, $66,675–$78,774. The Assistant Professor and Associate Professor report to the Department Chairperson of the Aviation Technology Department; the Professor reports to the Department Chairperson of the Transportation Technologies Department. The faculty member teaches Aviation Technology courses and develops or evaluates curricula and instructional materials that connect theory with practical applications, meet course and accreditation standards, promote critical thinking and life skills as applicable, and address diverse student needs. The position supervises student learning and progress, maintains records, advises students, and remains accessible to support their learning. Depending on faculty level, the role contributes to or leads departmental programs and operations, develops credit and non-credit courses, works with aviation businesses and industry, supports articulation initiatives, maintains educational equipment and spaces, and requisitions instructional supplies and materials. The faculty member also participates in recruitment, retention, and community engagement activities; maintains current technical and pedagogical knowledge; uses instructional and administrative technologies; trains and tests students according to federal regulations and standards; and ensures curriculum updates comply with federal regulations. The position observes institutional policies, demonstrates ethical and professional conduct, serves on college or system committees as assigned, and performs other duties as assigned. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of the required background check.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, with major study in aviation technology, education, business administration, engineering, or a related field; a bachelor’s degree in education, engineering, business administration, or another related field requires an associate’s degree in aviation technology.
Alternatively, an associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college or technical school in aviation technology or a related field may qualify, subject to the faculty-level-specific experience requirements.
Assistant Professor: four years of aviation technology teaching experience or four years of directly related aviation technology business or industry experience with a bachelor’s degree; alternatively, six years of relevant teaching or business/industry experience with an associate’s degree.
Associate Professor: six years of aviation technology or related-field teaching experience or aviation technology business or industry experience with a bachelor’s degree; alternatively, eight years of Aviation Maintenance Technology teaching or directly related business or industry experience with an associate’s degree.
Professor: seven years of teaching, business, or industry experience in aviation technology, including two years supervising students or personnel in educational activities, academic program administration, or program/project administration, as applicable.
Valid driver’s license.
F.A.A. Airframe and Powerplant certification.
I.C.A.O. certification.
Thorough knowledge of teaching methods, instructional materials, and organizing subject matter into effective teaching units in technology or other specialized programs.
Knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, and equipment in the subjects being taught.
Ability to evaluate student progress and provide guidance to students and instructors.
Ability to supervise professional instructional staff and collaborate in developing programs, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work effectively with businesses and community organizations and to originate and implement new programs or improve existing programs.
Willingness to maintain an appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Inspection Authorization.
Designated Mechanic Examiner.
Mechanic Private Pilot Single Engine Land.

Responsibilities

Teach Aviation Technology and related courses as assigned, including in classroom, laboratory, and/or field settings as applicable.
Develop, modify, and evaluate curricula and instructional materials that integrate theory and applications, comply with course and accreditation standards, and respond to student needs.
Supervise student learning activities and academic progress, maintain accurate records, and advise or assist students with academic and learning needs.
Contribute to or lead departmental activities, including developing credit and non-credit programs and courses and sharing teaching methodologies with peers.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with aviation businesses, industry, community organizations, and educational partners; support articulation initiatives.
Maintain educational equipment and spaces and requisition instructional equipment, supplies, or classroom materials.
Participate in or lead college recruitment and retention activities, including career and job fairs, admissions events, orientations, registrations, award ceremonies, and student activity advising, as assigned.
Engage in professional and community activities and serve on college or system teams and committees, as assigned.
Remain current in aviation technology and in relevant teaching practices through professional associations, education, and training.
Use instructional and administrative technologies to support teaching and college operations and communication.
Train students in accordance with federal regulations and safety procedures, ensure curriculum updates comply with federal regulations, and test students according to federal standards.
Follow academic policies, institutional rules, and system, college, state, and federal requirements, including health and safety policies and civil rights rules; demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
Perform other duties as assigned.