FT Flight Instructor

Central Texas College•Killeen-Central Campus, TX

22h

About The Position

The Flight Instructor is a full-time position supervised by the Chief Flight Instructor. The instructor provides flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with FAA regulations and Central Texas College Aviation Science Department procedures. The role includes teaching and documenting student training, supporting scheduling and dispatch, maintaining simulators and assisting with aircraft readiness, and contributing to departmental activities and student organizations. Weekend on-call coverage for cross-country flights is required for two to three weekends per semester.

Requirements

At least 45 semester hours of college credit or equivalent experience.
Current FAA Certified Flight Instructor certificate with Airplane Single Engine class rating.
Current FAA First or Second Class Medical Certificate.
Strong interpersonal skills for working individually with students of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read and write articulately and analytically.
Ability to understand, apply, and teach relevant technical skills.
Ability to work effectively in stressful situations and as part of a team.
Ability to report periodically on student performance to program leadership.
Good moral character and the ability to serve as a respectful role model for students.
Ability to solve problems and make analytical decisions, and to reason logically and methodically.
Ability to plan, organize, and document training programs and records.
Ability to apply instructional techniques in classroom and flight settings.
Ability to maintain an assigned schedule, arrive punctually for appointments, and be adequately prepared.
Availability for assigned night training sessions, weekend duties, and weekend on-call cross-country flight coverage.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
CFI-Instrument Airplane (CFI-I) rating preferred.
Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) rating preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide flight and ground instruction to assigned students according to CTC Flight Standardization and the appropriate Training Course Outline.
Meet with assigned students as scheduled and ensure lessons are completed according to the applicable training course outline.
Ensure appropriate endorsements and entries are made in student flight records and logbooks.
Provide unscheduled tutoring sessions for aviation students enrolled in other ground classes.
Maintain current, accurate, and complete student training records.
Maintain flight simulators, including updates, inspections, and certification flights.
Assist with student scheduling and dispatch according to CTC policies and procedures.
Schedule students for local solo and solo cross-country flights and assign practice areas of operation.
Serve as Instructor in Charge during assigned night training sessions and weekend duties.
Encourage timely student progress by scheduling additional training flights when appropriate.
Keep the Chief Flight Instructor informed of student progress and training problems.
Follow CTC safety procedures during flight and ground operations.
Assist in maintaining college aircraft in airworthy and presentable condition.
Report mechanical problems with CTC training aircraft to the Chief Flight Instructor and college aircraft mechanics.
Assist with teaching ground classes as needed.
Provide weekend on-call coverage for cross-country flights two to three weekends per semester.
Help prepare the Student Aviation Association and Flight Team for activities and competitions.
Adhere to FAA regulations and departmental policies and procedures.
Support Aviation Science Department activities and student organizations when possible.
Perform other duties as assigned.