Flight Instructor

Saint Louis University • SLU Saint Louis, MO

44d • $40,000 - $44,000

About The Position

Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. Job Summary Under general direction, conducts quality flight instruction required in the professional pilot programs at Saint Louis University.Participates in standardization training for each course that is taught and piece of equipment used in instruction; maintains flight proficiency for each course that is instructed; adheres to all FAA regulations and departmental policies and procedures; researches new and improved teaching techniques.

Requirements

• Knowledge and instructor certification appropriate to the position sought
• Knowledge of various flight instruction instrumentation and equipment
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to instruct/teach/tutor
• Ability to approach problems/decisions analytically
• Ability to reason logically and methodically
• Ability to perform under stressful circumstances
• Attentiveness to detail
• CFI - the basic CFI certificate i s required.
• Certified Flight I nstructor – Airplane (CFI) required
• Valid medical certificate required.

Nice To Haves

• CFII/MEI certificate preferred
• bachelor’s degree preferred
• CFII - must have the CFII rating when hired or has earned the rating while employed; can perform I nstrument Rating flight training.

Responsibilities

• Participates in standardization training for each course that is taught and piece of equipment used in instruction; maintains flight proficiency for each course that is instructed; adheres to all FAA regulations and departmental policies and procedures; researches new and improved teaching techniques.
• Meets with each student as published on schedule; ensures that all flight lessons are completed according to the Training Course Outline specifications; ensures that all appropriated endorsements are made in the student’s flight book and personal logbook.
• Submits requests for stage checks upon completion of each stage of flight training with Office Supervisor; ensures that all flight lessons and flight books are completed before request for stage check.
• Ensures that all training activities, flights, and briefings are conducted during normal business hours.
• Pulls aircraft in/out of hangar; helps in tying down aircraft; assists in departmental activities; attends meetings; performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• benefits including vacation and sick leave, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 403B retirement savings plan and match, tuition remission, employee assistance program and wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees