Join us at the ground level of an exciting new aviation maintenance technician training program. We're seeking an experienced and dynamic Instructor to help shape the curriculum, foster student engagement, and ensure our program meets the highest standards of aviation education. This is your chance to make a lasting impact while mentoring future aviation professionals.

This position represents SCTCC’s commitment to serving its community by partnering and investing in students as they attain the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to serve the Saint Cloud and surrounding communities. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a commitment to creating a culturally responsive curriculum and environment where students from our diverse community will thrive. This position is full time position. This position is on-site, and class times vary but are typically held Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Support classroom setup and equipment selection for the new program
• Design and revise the curriculum through an equity-minded, student-centered, antiracist lens while staying aligned with FAA Part 147 and industry needs
• Facilitate student learning through mentoring and engaging with students in lecture and lab settings.
• Developing and implementing individualized learning strategies in support of our students.
• Collaborate with colleagues and students, cultivating an inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive learning environment.
• Ensures the course content and teaching resources are inclusive and designed to encompass students enrolled in our programs, eliminating barriers, and creating a culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Engage in college-wide and departmental committees and activities driven to support goals and initiatives of the institution.
• Provide holistic support designed to foster student success and the development of students’ engagement in lifelong learning.
• Support continuous improvement efforts utilizing assessment data to bolster accreditation efforts, student success, and close performance gaps.
• Deliver engaging instruction in airframe and powerplant maintenance, systems diagnostics, safety practices, and FAA regulations.
• Guide students through hands-on lab work and real-world simulations
• Participate in program development meetings, accreditation processes, and outreach efforts
• Promote safety, professionalism, and teamwork both in and out of the classroom

Physical & Accessibility Requirements

• Ability to teach in classroom and lab environments that may involve standing, lifting, or using equipment

• Reasonable accommodations provided under ADA for qualified individuals

Initial Salary Placement Range: $44,143 - $96,905, salary dependent on qualifications of candidate (Based upon qualifications, view 2023 - 2025 MSCF Contract for additional information)

About Us:  Founded in 1948 as the second technical college in the state, SCTCC has committed to meeting the needs of our community with more than 75 degree options that match careers in the area. We offer hands-on training for individuals who want to become Aviation Maintenance Technicians. Our program is designed to equip graduates with the skills and certifications needed to inspect, repair, and maintain aircraft to meet FAA standards. Upon completion of the 2 year program, graduates will have received the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the FAA A&P license test.

Minimum Qualifications

Must meet minimum qualifications for faculty credentialing in Aviation Maintenance (#500190) Please refer to the MinnState Credentialing Website at: http://www.minnstate.edu/system/asa/academicaffairs/cfc/index.html

Education Requirement

• Diploma in aviation maintenance

Occupational Experience Requirement

• Four full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid occupational experience in aviation maintenance

Recency Requirement

• One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Professional Requirement

• FAA Airframe and Power Plant License (FAA 147 requirement)

Other Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Minnesota State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

A job offer may be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Criminal Background Check

• Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only)

• Employment Reference Check

• Conflict of Interest Review

Employment eligibility: The college regrets that is in unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work): This teaching position could possibly teach a variety of modalities to include in-person on campus or online or a hybrid course. The SCTCC course schedule determines the days of the week and specific class times.

Telework (Yes/No): No