29 May 2023

Texas Southern University - Aviation Science and Technology Program | Instructor

Houston, TX, United States
Posting Number TSU202494
Official TSU Title VISITING INSTRUCTOR AVIATION
Grant Title N/A
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary This person will be responsible for teaching courses in the Aviation Science and Technology program at Texas Southern University. To teach the following courses: Aviation Management, Aviation Law, Air Carrier Management, Aviation Safety, General Aviation, Transportation Survey, Aviation Industry Regulation, Air Transport Labor Relations, Airline Management, Airport Planning, General Aviation Operations, Aviation Security Management, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Weather, Internship and Capstone.
Essential Duties Summary Maintain appropriate office hours and to assist students with program-related matters. Attend department meetings as required. Engage in other assignments as determined by the director of the program. Instructors are responsible for leveraging their expertise to deliver education services to students through:
  • Preparing course plans and materials
  • Delivering courses
  • Monitoring progress/attendance
  • Recording grades and submitting reports
  • Preparing Graduation Packages
Other duties may include advising, recruiting students and collaborating with business and industry partners to provide necessary training and education.

% FTE TBA
Hiring Range Commensurate with experience.
Education Master’s Degree in one of the following fields: Aviation Management, Business Administration in Aviation, Aeronautical Science, Aviation Science, Aerospace Administration or Commercial Aviation. Industry experience will be considered in lieu a of specific master’s degree.
Required Licensing/Certification N/A
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:
  • FAA Regulations
Skill in:
  • Problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Command of technical and functional procedures, processes and subject matter in a job family or professional discipline to handle most situations and lead and/or review the work of others in multiple job classifications performing diverse responsibilities.
  • Strong time management.
  • Both verbal and written communication.
Ability to:
  • Prepare detailed reports.
  • Submit attendance and grade reports by stated deadlines.
  • Make sound independent decisions within the context of the departmental, community, and university environments.
  • Work independently.
Work Experience Airport Management and/or airline experience preferred.
Working/Environmental Conditions
  • Prolonged standing and/or walking.
  • Handling light weight objects.
  • Using or carrying equipment.
  • Airport Fieldtrips with students.
Desired start date
Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

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