
Professor
City : Toronto
Category : Talent Recruitment
Industry : Education
Employer : Seneca
Multiple Flight Instructor Positions Available (PT - Faculty) - Peterborough Campus
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Chair, School of Aviation, and responsible to the Chief Flight Instructor, the Flight Instructor/Professor is primarily responsible for providing flight and ground instruction in accordance with the Seneca College manuals and Transport Canada guidance materials.
Program Area/Level:
Responsible for providing primary flight and ground instruction PPL and CPL level in the Bachelor of Aviation Technology program in the School or Aviation.
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Chief Flight Instructor or designate the Flight Instructor/Professor is responsible for:
Flight and Ground Instruction
- Provide primary flight instruction to Bachelor of Aviation Technology students in accordance with the Training Manual (TM), Operations Manual (OM), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Deliver preparatory ground instruction, pre- and post-flight briefings to students in accordance with the TM and Transport Canada guidance material.
- Provide meaningful feedback, grading reports, and progression records for each training event.
Administrative Tasks and Record Keeping
- Accurately maintain flight records, logs and forms for each training event.
- Maintain direct supervision records (Class 4 Instructors).
- Assist with the development of training materials and assigned projects under the direction of the Phase Leads and CFI.
Regulatory and Procedural Compliance
- Actively participate in Seneca’s safety culture in accordance with the Safety Management System.
- Ensure all licenses, ratings and medical are current.
- Ensure you are fit for duty in accordance with the OM, TM, SOPs, and Transport Canada guidelines.
Qualifications:
Required Licenses & Ratings
- Category 1 Aviation Medical
- Commercial Pilot License or Airline Transport Pilot License (Aeroplane)
- Minimum valid Class 4 Flight Instructor Rating
- Valid Group 1 or 3 Instrument Rating
- Minimum completed High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
- Experience teaching in an Integrated CPL or ATPL program is an asset.
- A valid Class 3, 2 or 1 Instructor Rating is preferred.
- Experience supervising Class 4 flight instructors is an asset.
- Experience working in an SOP environment is an asset.
- Airline experience is an asset.
- Previous teaching experience is an asset.
- A completed post-secondary diploma or degree in Aviation is preferred.
Skills
- Demonstrated competencies to deliver high quality flight and ground instruction in accordance with the TM, OM, SOPs and Transport Canada guidance material.
- Demonstrated exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required and demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the Flightline team.
- Strong relationships with industry contacts and network connections are an asset.
- Commitment to a team approach for problem solving and conflict resolution.
- An understanding and commitment to equity in education.
Note: A teaching demonstration will be required during the recruitment process.