Primary Flight Instructor | DA20, DA40

Position Summary

The Primary Flight Instructor provides flight and ground instruction to aviation students, supporting their development of safe flying skills and aeronautical knowledge. The Flight Instructor conducts aircraft training in accordance with established instructional standards and university procedures.

Schedule

• Part-time position.
• Flight Academy hours, as available.
• Willingness to work extended hours during events and peak seasons when required.

Responsibilities

• Fly aircraft with students and provide actual in-flight instruction.
• Provide ground instruction to students participating in flight training.
• Support student learning and development through effective communication and instruction.
• Follow applicable university policies, instructional procedures, and professional conduct standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Certificate.
• Must be actively flying.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States for purposes other than practical training; visa sponsorship is not provided.
• Ability to adapt to change and learn and retain new information.
• Ability to assemble, analyze, and present data.
• Ability to multitask and plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner.
• Ability to read English, understand instructions, and follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Ability to interact carefully, politely, and effectively with colleagues and students.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courtesy.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and public speaking skills.
• Experience and knowledge relevant to the aviation training program.
• Comfort networking with individuals and groups.
• Professional demeanor, high energy, dynamic personality, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications.
• Proven supervisory skills.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to interact with students and support their development.
• Willingness to work extended hours during events and peak seasons when required.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse community.
• Compliance with applicable university policies and institutional conduct requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous flight instruction and ground instruction or teaching experience.
• Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) Certificate.
• Instrument Ground Instructor (IGI) Certificate.
• Diamond DA20 and/or DA40 aircraft experience (highly preferred).
• Part 141 flight training experience (highly preferred).
• Bachelor's degree with an aviation focus.
• Experience working in an educational environment.

Benefits

• No Benefits.

Compensation

• Not Specified.

Application Deadline

• November 3, 2026.