Aviation Teacher for the GCI High School Aviation Class
About The Position
The Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) through the Genesee Career Institute (GCI) is partnering with Crosswinds Aviation at the Flint Bishop Airport (KFNT) to offer a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Aviation program for high school Juniors and Seniors. The first-year curriculum focuses on a private pilot ground course, while the second-year curriculum includes a review of PPL Ground, Remote Pilot Certificate, cross-country planning, instrument ground, and leadership career development. This role involves teaching and managing the program during the school year (August-June), Monday through Friday, with two morning sessions. The position requires managing students at GCI and coordinating with post-secondary partners. The role is directly employed or 1099 contracted by Crosswinds Aviation, with pay ranging from $27 to $40 per hour based on qualifications, and potential for additional hours and responsibilities.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic Ground Instructor Certificate or Advanced Ground Instructor certificate or CFI
- 2 years aviation industry or training experience
- Extensive knowledge of aviation ground school requirements and operations.
- Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software.
- Skill with interpersonal relations to handle sensitive and confidential situations; demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy.
- Skill with providing verbal and written instruction to students in English.
- Ability to attend to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek management assistance as appropriate.
- Ability to commute/relocate to Flint, MI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching in group settings and with youth
- Instrument Ground Instructor - IGI or
- Certified Flight Instructor - CFI or
- Certified Flight Instructor Instrument - CFII
- Knowledge of Part 141 and 61 regulations
Responsibilities
- High School CTE Ground School Instruction with GCI
- Follow GCI and Crosswinds Aviation teacher classroom expectations and teacher handbook
- Ensure CTE Curriculum requirements are met and review on an ongoing basis for compliance
- Manage CTE requirements and requests from GCI to support class including CTE Compliance documentation required for CIP Self Review/GEMSCIP
- Coordinate closely with the GCI Coordinator to ensure students are on track and progressing successfully in the classroom.
- Teach class daily from late August through mid-June of each school year.
- Manage attendance, grades, exam schedules and submit all required reports to GCI in a timely manner according to their schedule.
- Communicate with GCI contacts regularly regarding student progress
- Manage student concerns and report back to GCI contacts for escalation and support.
- Coordinate field trips and guest speakers with assistance from Crosswinds Aviation High School Team
- Manage CTE Aviation program
- Attend events at local high schools or other locations as needed in coordination with Crosswinds Aviation’s Client Relations & Marketing Director.
- Manage/coordinate members and meetings for aviation specific Advisory Committee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
