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Ideal Aviation Certified Flight Instructor

Ideal Aviation Certified Flight Instructor

Southwestern Illinois College

Belleville, IL • On-site

$38 - $45/hr

Part-time

Posted 1 hour ago


Southwestern Illinois College rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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111th of 536 rated colleges and universities


Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT
Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the part-time, non-union position of Ideal Aviation Certified Flight Instructor.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, this position provides flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with Part 61 and 141, FAA regulations, Airmen's Information Manual, advisory circulars, airport operations, and company policies and procedures. Instructors will schedule students, maintain accurate records, and ensure that all course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met in each flight course.
QUALIFICATIONS
  1. FAA Certificated Flight Instructor, Airplane Single Engine Land or Rotorcraft is required; Preference given to Instrument Instructor, Multi-Engine Instructor.
  2. Must hold a current FAA Medical Certificate.
  3. Pass Ideal Aviation's initial and on-going drug and alcohol testing program and background check as required.

STARTING PAY AND HOURS
$38-$45 per hour for flight and ground instruction billed. Work hours vary with the availability of classes.
WORK LOCATION
5600 Vector Dr., Sauget, IL 62206 ( Ideal Aviation )
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applicants will be reviewed as assignments become available.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted. Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account.
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