Aviation Maintenance Technology Instructor

Title: Aviation Maintenance Technology Instructor

Agency: Danville Community College

Location: Danville - 590

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $70,000, Starting salary is commensurate as based on assigned instructor level, education, and experience.

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:
Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946 and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.

Instructor/Assistant Professor of Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. Responsibilities for this position include teaching in day, evening, and online classes. Also required are a commitment to instructional technology applications, excellent communications skills, and an understanding of the community college environment and mission. This position will also advise students, serve on College committees, participate in professional activities and professional development, and mentor adjunct instructors. Primary teaching responsibilities will include courses in AMT.

*This position is a full-time grant-funded 9-month faculty position with state benefits. Continued employment is based on funding availability.*

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in an Aviation-related field required.
• 2 years of work experience in Aircraft Maintenance required.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification required.
• The ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff and student population.
• The ability to review, revise and develop curriculum to meet industry and certification standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to teaching excellence with an enthusiasm for teaching and commitment to the community college mission.
• Willingness to learn concepts, equipment and software as it relates to related courses and programs.
• Experience with Windows-based computers and expertise with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to utilize campus resources including software and college learning management systems.
• Ability to exercise discretion and use sound judgement in decision making.
• Ability to use technology to enhance instruction and to effectively teach in classrooms and labs.

**Please attach transcripts to demonstrate Associate's Degree attainment and any relevant certifications as supporting documents.**
Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience at the community college level.
• Bachelor's Degree in an Aviation-related field.