Associate Flight Instructor | Piper, Cirrus, Cessna Fleet

Job type
Full Time
Category
Instructor, Low Hours
Position
Instructor
Aircraft
Piper PA-28 (Cherokee/Archer/Warrior/Arrow), Piper PA-44 Seminole, Cirrus Cirrus SR20, Cessna Cessna 172 Skyhawk
Certificates
FAA CFI, FAA CFII
Pay
USD 20–22 per hour
Posted
October 22, 2026

Position Summary

The Associate Flight Instructor provides ground and in-flight instruction in aircraft systems, maneuvers, procedures and related subjects. The position supports student progression, training quality and compliance with FAA and academy standards.

Schedule

  • Full-time position, five days per week.
  • Flexible schedule required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide instruction in aircraft systems, training maneuvers, procedures and other flight-related subjects on the ground and in aircraft.
  • Conduct preflight and post-flight debriefings and provide in-flight instruction to ensure student comprehension.
  • Maintain flight training quality and pass rates at or above 80%.
  • Meet academy goals for pass rates, timely student completion, student flight-hour limitations and training records.
  • Recommend corrective actions to the Group Manager when performance issues arise.
  • Schedule assigned students regularly to maintain course progression.
  • Maintain flight training standards established by the FAA and the academy.
  • Follow the Operations Manual and applicable policies and procedures.
  • Track and update assigned students' training records and folders in accordance with academy and FAA policy.
  • Provide professional, customer-service-oriented instruction.

Requirements

  • Current FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Certificate.
  • Current FAA Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII) Certificate.
  • Applicants currently enrolled in the Flight Operations degree program must have completed all flight training labs.
  • Ability to work a full-time, five-day weekly schedule with flexibility.
  • Must comply with applicable pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Microsoft Access Flight Schedule Pro experience.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Benefits

  • Not Specified.