Aviation Maintenance Technology Instructor

Northwest Mississippi Community CollegeOlive Branch, MS
Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Mississippi Community College seeks a full-time, 10-month instructor for the Aviation Maintenance Technology program at the Olive Branch Center. The selected instructor will provide modern instruction, foster a professional learning environment, and support the college’s reputation for delivering quality instruction and preparing highly trained graduates for employment.

Requirements

  • Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in: Aviation maintenance
  • Prior work experience must include: Maintenance of aircraft, Inspection of aircraft, Alterations to powerplants and airframes, Repairs to powerplants and airframes, Heavy and/or light category aircraft
  • Must be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a mechanic with: Airframe rating, Powerplant rating (A&P certification)

Nice To Haves

  • Associate of Applied Science degree preferred in: Aviation Maintenance Technology Or a directly related field
  • Previous teaching and/or training experience in aviation maintenance preferred

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all requirements of college and industry partners are met
  • Maintain compliance with all FAA requirements
  • Maintain professionalism with students, coworkers, and community members
  • Provide excellent classroom and laboratory instruction in aviation maintenance using modern teaching methods and career-focused learning experiences
  • Prepare lesson plans, job sheets, and laboratory demonstrations
  • Recommend curriculum updates to maintain program relevance
  • Monitor student progress, including internship participants
  • Collaborate with instructors and support staff
  • Continuously improve teaching methods and aviation maintenance skills
  • Maintain compliance with all professional licensing requirements, including FAA standards
  • Teach course material according to syllabus, catalog, and employer expectations
  • Prepare and grade examinations and assignments in a timely manner
  • Implement outcomes assessment and maintain student satisfaction standards
  • Encourage student engagement and retention
  • Begin and end classes on schedule with full instructional periods
  • Maintain accurate attendance, grade, and reporting records
  • Submit reports required by NWCC, the Mississippi Community College Board, FAA, and other partners
  • Attend faculty meetings, in-service meetings, and college events
  • Participate in campus and community extracurricular activities
  • Supervise laboratory experiences
  • Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment
  • Maintain inventory of assigned equipment and tools
  • Maintain an active advisory committee with at least two meetings annually
  • Visit industry partners to maintain employer relationships and monitor internships
  • Advice and counsel students
  • Assist students with employment placement
  • Serve on faculty committees
  • Participate in required training and professional development activities
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Associate VP for Workforce & Career Tech Education in support of the College mission
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