Part Time Instructor Aviation (POOL)

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title
Part Time Instructor Aviation (POOL)

Classification Title
F3

Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit
$752 per load unit

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Open Until Filled Notes
POOL - Open for the 2025-26 academic year

Position Type/Employee Class
Part-Time Instructor

Instructor Status
This is a part-time instructor position, non-represented and non-benefited.

Overtime Eligible
Exempt

FLSA Status
Learned Professional

Campus Location
Bend

Primary Purpose

To provide instruction in Aviation. Part-time instructors direct student discussion and evaluate student performance in the classroom.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in aviation subjects. This includes lecturing and guiding in classroom activities, providing individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress. Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day and/or evening, delivered in-person (as conditions allow) or online, synchronously, or asynchronously.
• Utilize resources, including technological resources such as a Learning Management System, to support teaching activities as appropriate.
• Participate in collaborative efforts related to curriculum development and the evaluation of courses and academic programs.
• Perform other essential duties and tasks specific, as assigned.
• Cooperate with other College personnel to assist students with career planning, and follow-up studies.
• Act as a resource person for students.
• Work within the Aviation Program to write proposals for curriculum changes.

Department Specific

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

• Thorough knowledge of field of aviation based on education and/or experience in the field.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.
• Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.
• Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers, video chat technology (e.g. Zoom) and familiarity with or willingness to learn the learning management system (LMS) used at COCC.
• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.
• Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
• Ability to work with other faculty and COCC staff at all levels.
• Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.

Ergonomic Requirements

Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Current FAA certified flight instructor certificate (CFI) required.
• Evidence of excellence, or promise of excellence, in instruction.
• Computer Literacy: Training in, or experience with, email, internet, word processing, and presentation applications.

Licenses: None

Certifications: FAA Certified Flight Instructor

Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aviation.
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) with instrument (CFII) and multiengine (MEI) ratings preferred.
• Current FAA medical certificate preferred.
• 100 hours of flight and/or simulator time within the past 12 months preferred.
• Current FAA flight review preferred.

EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC's EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.