AMT Instructor - Competitive Pay

$56,160 - $62,400/Yr

Aviation Institute Of Maintenance - Kansas City, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Kansas City, MO

11-50 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Aircraft Mechanic Instructor at the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is responsible for delivering engaging instruction in aircraft maintenance, ensuring students understand both theoretical concepts and practical applications. This role involves teaching, managing administrative tasks, maintaining records, assessing student performance, and collaborating with faculty to enhance the curriculum. The instructor plays a crucial role in fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for successful careers in the aviation industry.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes on a scheduled basis, creating an inclusive and welcoming environment that fosters student engagement and enhances learning in aircraft maintenance.
• Collaborate with the Program Coordinator, Campus Director of Education, and Campus Executive Director to develop and refine curriculum, prepare course materials, and schedule classes, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom and laboratory environment, ensuring all tools and equipment are properly maintained for student use.
• Establish and maintain accurate academic and attendance records for each student, submitting attendance, grades, evaluations, and other documentation as required by institutional procedures.
• Proactively notify the Supervisor of any current or potential issues that require immediate attention and implement proven retention techniques to support student success.
• Complete assigned performance-based teacher education modules, participating in classroom observations and instructor evaluations, and responding to student feedback to enhance instructional effectiveness.
• Attend and/or lead in-service training sessions, faculty meetings, and other mandatory gatherings to ensure ongoing professional development and collaboration with peers.
• Assist in managing the inventory of department equipment and supplies, submitting replenishment requests to the Supervisor or appropriate personnel as needed.
• Monitor student attendance closely, alerting the Supervisor to any absences, particularly at the first, third, and fifth occurrences, to address potential retention issues.
• Complete other tasks and projects as assigned by the Supervisor, contributing to the overall success of the aircraft maintenance program.

Requirements

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum three (3) years of hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance
• Strong command of both theoretical and practical aspects of aircraft maintenance
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven, and compliance-oriented educational setting
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organized
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams

Nice-to-haves

• Associate's degree in related field
• CampusNexus experience

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program