Drone Piloting & Technology Instructor – K–12 Enrichment

Concorde Education•Gardena, 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 is expanding its network of 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 service, photography/videography, engineering, or other relevant settings. Assignments are part-time and typically involve 1–4 instructional hours per week for approximately 8–10 weeks. Opportunities arise throughout the school year and depend on partner needs, instructor qualifications and expertise, location, and scheduling availability. Work is in person at partner schools and community-based locations. Most assignments pay $50–$65 per instructional hour, though rates vary; the applicable compensation range is provided in the posting and/or assignment details. Programs may cover drone flight fundamentals and controls, safe operation, pre-flight checks, aviation concepts, flight planning, navigation, manual and automated flight modes, drone coding, flight challenges, aerial photography and videography, UAS engineering, real-world drone applications, related career pathways, and introductory FAA and Part 107 concepts when appropriate. Curriculum, equipment, platforms, grade levels, and objectives vary by assignment. These are independent-contractor instructional opportunities. Assignment offers depend on program availability, qualifications, scheduling compatibility, school-partner requirements or approval, and completion of any legally required screening or clearance process. Applying or completing screening and onboarding does not guarantee an assignment, minimum hours, future work, or continued engagement. Assignment details are provided before an instructor accepts an assignment.

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.
Experience teaching, coaching, tutoring, instructing, mentoring, or leading youth programs is listed among qualifications that may apply.
Experience working with children or adolescents in schools, camps, community organizations, STEM programs, private instruction, or similar environments is listed among qualifications that may apply.

Nice To Haves

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification is highly valued and may be required for certain assignments.
Relevant professional experience in drone piloting, aviation, STEM education, engineering, robotics instruction, photography/videography, surveying, public safety, or military service 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 for sessions using provided curriculum, approved lesson plans, or appropriate instructor-developed activities.
Adapt instruction for students with different ages, abilities, and levels of drone experience.
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.