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Teaching Fellow in Aviation Studies
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Schreiner University’s Teaching Fellows Program strengthens instructional quality, supports student success, and cultivates future tenure-track faculty. Teaching Fellows receive fixed-term appointments of 2–3 years, carry a 30-credit hour annual teaching load, and participate in a mandatory four-week Summer Faculty Development Institute at the end of each academic year. Appointments are non-renewable unless they transition to a tenure-track role, based on performance and institutional needs.
This individual will:
- Teach 30 credit hours annually across Aviation Studies courses (this is not a flying position).
- Serve as focal for FAR Part 142 Ground School certificate maintenance and related compliance documentation.
- Assist the Director of Aviation Studies with program operations, advisory board coordination, and recruitment activities.
- Support inclusive and innovative teaching practices that promote student success.
- Participate fully in the four-week Summer Faculty Development Institute each year.
- Engage in university-wide teaching initiatives and contribute artifacts such as revised syllabi, teaching portfolios, and faculty presentations.
- Contribute to curriculum design, assessment, and continuous improvement within Aviation Studies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ability to use Microsoft Teams and other office software (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Assist Director with Aviation Studies Advisory Board
- Attend Multiple Schreiner Saturdays per semester
- Assist in recruiting activities
- Focal for FAR 142 Ground School certificate maintenance
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate OR Ground Instructor certificate with Advanced and Instrument ratings.
- Master’s degree or Ph.D., preferably in aviation or a closely related field; OR bachelor’s degree plus 10+ years of experience in an aviation-related field.
- Teaching experience preferred; demonstrated commitment to student-centered, innovative instruction.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Teams and common productivity tools; familiarity with learning management systems.
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills; ability to work effectively with diverse learners.
