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TERM INSTRUCTOR - AVIATION MAINTENANCE POOL
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This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill Student Assistant assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number F0482 This position is open to Open to All Applicants Job Title TERM INSTRUCTOR - AVIATION MAINTENANCE POOL Position Title/Rank TERM INSTRUCTOR - AVIATION MAINTENANCE Department Air Conditioning, Aviation and Automotive Position Type Faculty Employment Status Term Salary Minimum Salary - $58,760.00 per 9 months Open Date 11/10/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled No Effective Date of Employment 08/18/2025
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
Teach state approved courses in the Airframe and Power Plant Applied Technology programs. Teach assigned classes and laboratories according to the schedule. Teach assigned courses in a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need. Show students the actions necessary to perform a skill.
Climb and descend stairs in an aircraft on a weekly basis to instruct students. Assemble, build, calibrate, measure, fix, grind, torque or mend for practical, hands-on demonstrations.
Maintain a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning. Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction. Maintain and update curriculum to ensure alignment with FAA regulations and evolving industry and student needs.
Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes.
Maintain relevant relationships with the aviation industry. Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.
Committee work and service to the college and community.
Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge to train students to acceptable standards in all subject matter areas.
Ability to show students the actions necessary to perform a skill.
Knowledge of precise actions students are to perform and ability to describe the end result of these efforts.
Ability to climb and descend stairs in an aircraft to instruct students.
Ability to assemble, build, calibrate, measure, fix, grind, torque or mend for practical, hands-on demonstrations.
Ability to plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus/ outline provided to insure course content and objectives are met.
Ability to utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate various learning styles of students.
Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds.
Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success.
Knowledge of a learning college and/or knowledge of learning communities.
Knowledge utilizing instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources and other appropriate media in instruction.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Aviation Maintenance or related field.
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification.
Five (5) years of work experience in the Aviation Maintenance field.
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification.
Ten (10) years of work experience in the Aviation Maintenance field.
Preferred Qualifications
FAA Inspection Authorization.
Successful college teaching experience is preferred.
Experience teaching college level online courses and/or documented successful training in a college online learning management system (e.g. Blackboard, Canvas).
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Our Culture
Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College's Strategic Plan 2024-2029, Guiding Star III: Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College's ability to serve its students and community.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement activities. Participation in professional development activities. Program development and refinement activities.
Job Duty
Review, evaluate, and revise assessments of program and institutional student learning outcomes and program practices to bring about action plans devised to implement systemic improvement in programs and assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, and requirements of business/industry and higher education.
Job Duty
Participate cooperatively and effectively with his/her peers as part of the overall college community. Meet professional assignments in accordance with the College calendar.
Job Duty
Provide students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between student and instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods and schedule of work. Review, evaluate, recommend, and effectively use student learning materials.
Job Duty
Hold scheduled, posted virtual or physical office hours of at least one (1) hour daily and be available for and encourage conferences with students so there is a clearer understanding of the students' work and the possibility of improvement.
Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes within the College grade and grade appeals procedures.
Job Duty
Participate in the self-evaluation process. Establish goals and objectives which may include personal and professional development plans in consultation with the department chair.
Job Duty
Assist in academic advising of declared majors. Assist with marketing programs and recruiting students.
Job Duty
Accept special assignments occasionally. Participate in scheduled institutional activities which include convocation and graduation ceremonies. Participate in department, divisional, and College meetings. Participate in College-related activities such as registration and selection of faculty. Participate in activities required to maintain program and College accreditation standards.
Job Duty
Participate in the College planning process by assisting in the formulation of goals and objectives and budget priorities.
Job Duty
Participate in business and/or community activities that promote the mission of the College.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Yes, I have a current Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification. (Submission of certification required)
No, I do not have the required certification.
Yes, I have an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Aviation Maintenance or a related field with five (5) years of work experience in the Aviation Maintenance field. (Submission of transcript(s) with conferred date required)
Yes, I have ten (10) years of work experience in the Aviation Maintenance field.
No, I do not have the required education or experience.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.
For employment questions call 361-698-2178 or e-mail dmcjobs@delmar.edu.