Agriculture, Canvas, College Level Faculty, Communication Skills, English Language, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Learning Management System (LMS), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Photography, Program Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Public Safety, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Process, School Attendance, Training/Teaching, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Video Production, Writing Skills
Job Description
Redlands Community College is seeking qualified candidates for an adjunct teaching position in our Uncrewed and Autonomous Aircraft Systems/Drone Technology program, funded in part by the National Science Foundation.
This part-time, adjunct faculty role will provide on-site instruction in one or more courses related to drone technology, flight principles, FAA Part 107, and drone-based videography, photography, and mapping applications.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Teach classroom and hands-on drone/SUAS courses, including the preparation and delivery of lectures related to drone operations, safety procedures, regulatory compliance, mission planning, and industry applications
- Conduct flight training for beginner and intermediate level pilots
- Support curriculum integrity in collaboration with the Principal Investigator
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, assessment, and training activities
- Supervise student projects involving mapping, aerial photography, agriculture, inspection, public safety, and monitoring
- Collaborate with faculty, industry, and workforce partners to support program growth, and internship opportunities
- Support accreditation, grant-funded activities, and program assessment initiatives when applicable
- Follow the official Redlands Community College academic course calendar, including designated start/end times, holiday breaks, and all policies related to grade submission and posting
- Assess student achievement and foster progress toward established learning objectives
- Interact with students in an effective, supportive, and encouraging manner both individually and in group settings
Qualifications include:
- Master's degree in the teaching discipline or a master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the discipline required, or tested experience in accordance with our Standard of Practice - Minimally Qualified Faculty. Given the technical nature of this position, qualification will most likely be a combination of academic qualifications and tested experience. (https://www.redlandscc.edu/life-redlands/job-bank/minimally-qualified-faculty
- Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification in good standing
- Demonstrated experience operating drones safely in recreational, commercial, educational, or public-sector environments
- Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), email, and internet use
- Redlands Community College utilizes Canvas as its Learning Management System; candidates will be expected to effectively operate within this environment (training is available)
To apply: Qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online below, and submit a cover letter, resume, copies of college transcripts and/or certifications, and list three references with names, addresses, and phone numbers.
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