Drone Piloting & Technology Instructor – K–12 Enrichment

Concorde Education•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Concorde Education partners with schools and community organizations to provide enrichment for elementary, middle, and high school students. The organization seeks instructors with experience in drone piloting, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), aviation, robotics, engineering, STEM education, aerial photography, or related technology fields for current and upcoming 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 experience, photography or videography, engineering, or other settings. Programs may cover drone flight fundamentals and controls; safe operation and equipment checks; aviation concepts; flight planning, navigation, and maneuvering; manual and automated flight modes; drone coding; flight challenges; aerial photography and videography; UAS engineering; real-world applications; career pathways; and introductory FAA and Part 107 concepts when appropriate. Curriculum, equipment, drone platforms, grade levels, and objectives vary by assignment. These are part-time, independent-contractor instructional opportunities. Assignments are offered according to school-partner needs, instructor qualifications, expertise, location, and availability. Programs typically run approximately 8–10 weeks, with instructors generally teaching 1–4 hours per week. Start opportunities roll throughout the school year. Compensation varies by assignment; most assignments are between $50 and $65 per instructional hour, with the specific range provided in the posting or assignment details. 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, scheduling, school-partner requirements or approval, and completion of legally required screening or clearance.

Requirements

At least 60 completed college credits, or equivalent relevant professional experience when appropriate for the assignment.
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.
Applicants may bring experience working with young people through teaching, coaching, tutoring, instructing, mentoring, or leading youth programs.
Experience 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 pilots, FAA-certified remote pilots, aviation professionals, STEM educators, engineers, robotics instructors, photographers or videographers, surveyors, public-safety professionals, and military veterans with 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 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 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 accepted instructional sessions.