Aviation Instructor - Adjunct

Everglades University • Boca Raton, FL

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About The Position

Adjunct instructors are primarily responsible for instruction and classroom and student maintenance. The Aviation Instructor teaches scheduled classes, supports students with academic issues and attendance, and maintains accurate course, attendance, grading, and student records in accordance with University policies and applicable laws and rules.

Requirements

• 2–4+ years of professional aviation, aerospace, or industry experience, such as airport operations or flight instruction.
• Master’s degree in Aviation Management.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D.

Responsibilities

• Attend a weekly feedback meeting with the assigned EU administrator (Dean of Academic Affairs, Academic Advisor, or Program Director) to review student and classroom issues.
• Maintain accurate daily and weekly attendance records and update grades weekly; keep any physical attendance and grade records on campus in the designated area.
• Call students who have been absent.
• Review and administer pre- and post-testing in appropriate courses.
• Administer required surveys and assessments in appropriate courses.
• Notify the registrar of roster changes.
• Prevent students marked “do not admit” from entering class until cleared.
• Maintain an accurate and fair grading scheme for each student and submit grades by Monday at 5 p.m. EST following the end of each term.
• Adhere to University policies, rules, and regulations, and ensure students do the same.
• Maintain formal, neat, legible, accurate, and organized course syllabi.
• Conduct classes according to scheduled times, avoid excessive breaks, and do not dismiss classes early.
• Arrive at the University 20 minutes before class fully prepared for each session.
• Be available to students 15 minutes before each class session for questions and advising.
• Attend graduation ceremonies, if possible.
• Maintain classrooms in a clean and orderly manner.
• Motivate, encourage, and assist students with academic issues and class attendance.
• Maintain current and accurate information related to the subjects taught.
• Complete annual professional development plans.
• Tutor students as necessary.
• Abide by applicable State, Federal, and University laws and rules pertaining to safety, health, and conduct.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level