Drone Piloting & Technology Instructor – K–12 Enrichment

Concorde Education•Gardena, CA

2d•$50 - $100•Onsite

About The Position

Concorde Education partners with schools and community organizations to provide enrichment experiences for elementary, middle, and high school students. The company is expanding its network of instructors with backgrounds in drone piloting, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), aviation, robotics, engineering, STEM education, aerial photography, or related technology fields for part-time independent-contractor instructional assignments. Traditional classroom teaching experience is not required for every program; relevant experience may come from professional drone operation, aviation, teaching, coaching, tutoring, mentoring, STEM programs, camps, youth organizations, military service, photography or videography, engineering, or related settings. Assignments take place in person at partner schools and community-based locations. They typically involve 1–4 instructional hours per week and last approximately 8–10 weeks, with rolling opportunities throughout the school year. Assignments differ in curriculum, equipment, drone platforms, student grade levels, objectives, location, schedule, enrollment, and duration. Compensation varies by assignment and location; the posting gives a general range of $50–$65 per instructional hour, while the listed salary is $50–$100 per hour. Specific assignment and compensation details are provided before an instructor accepts an assignment. Depending on the assignment and student grade level, programs may cover flight fundamentals and controls, safe operation, pre-flight checks, aviation concepts, flight planning and navigation, manual and automated flight, coding, mission-based challenges, aerial photography and videography, UAS engineering, real-world applications, career pathways, and introductory FAA and Part 107 concepts when appropriate. Applying or completing screening and onboarding does not guarantee an assignment, minimum hours, future work, or continued engagement. Offers may depend on program availability, qualifications, schedule compatibility, school-partner requirements or approval, and completion of legally required screening or clearance. Applicants should not provide criminal history information unless requested through an applicable, legally compliant process. Concorde Education provides equal opportunity in selecting independent contractors and does not discriminate on the basis of characteristics protected by applicable law. Where applicable, qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered under relevant Fair Chance and Ban-the-Box requirements.

Requirements

Experience operating drones or working with unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).
Knowledge of drone safety, flight fundamentals, and responsible operation.
Strong communication, leadership, and group-management skills.
Dependable, organized, and professional work habits.
At least 60 completed college credits, or equivalent relevant professional experience when appropriate for the assignment.
Experience teaching, coaching, tutoring, instructing, mentoring, or leading youth programs may be relevant.
Experience working with children or adolescents in schools, camps, community organizations, STEM programs, private instruction, or similar environments may be relevant.

Nice To Haves

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification is highly valued and may be required for certain assignments.
Relevant backgrounds may include drone piloting, aviation, STEM education, engineering, robotics instruction, photography or videography, surveying, public safety, or military UAS experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging, age-appropriate drone piloting and technology instruction.
Introduce students to safe drone operation, flight mechanics, navigation, and aviation concepts.
Lead hands-on flight exercises, challenges, demonstrations, and STEM activities.
Prepare for sessions using provided curriculum, approved lesson plans, or appropriate instructor-developed activities.
Adapt instruction for students of different ages, abilities, and experience levels.
Create a positive, respectful, inclusive, and appropriately supervised learning environment.
Maintain appropriate classroom management and student supervision.
Follow applicable school policies, site procedures, safety expectations, and drone-operation requirements.
Communicate professionally with designated school personnel and Concorde Education representatives about attendance, scheduling, equipment, and program needs.
Arrive prepared and on time for all accepted instructional sessions.