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Working Title:
Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor Unlimited Full Time (Field #500190)
Institution:
St. Cloud Technical and Community College
Classification Title:
Tech College Faculty
Bargaining Unit / Union:
210: Minnesota State College Faculty
City:
St. Cloud
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
Job Description
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 - $73,690 , salary dependent on qualifications of candidate (Based upon qualifications, view 2024 - 2025 MSCF Contract (http://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/docs/contracts/mscf-contract.pdf#page=61) for additional information)
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)
Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement
course construction (credit course)*
teaching/instructional methods (credit course)*
student outcomes assessment/evaluation (credit course)*
philosophy of community and technical college education (credit or non-credit course)**
Faculty shall have a degree in education or three years of successful full-time (or equivalent) teaching experience prior to being hired, or shall be required to complete coursework in the above content areas (or their equivalent) prior to being granted unlimited status.
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These courses shall be waived for individuals who at the time of hire have: a degree in education, or have documented evidence of successful completion of equivalent coursework in the specified teaching and learning content areas, or have three years of successful, full-time (or equivalent) secondary, postsecondary, industry, or trade apprenticeship teaching experience in the field for which they are being hired. (Procedure 3.32.1 College Faculty Credentialing, Part 5, Subpart B.2)
** This course shall be waived for individuals who, at the time of hire, have documented evidence of successful completion of equivalent coursework. (Procedure 3.32.1 College Faculty Credentialing, Part 5, Subpart B.3)
Preferred Qualification
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
About
St. Cloud Technical & Community College's (SCTCC) Mission and Student Experience Statement, along with Minnesota State's Equity 2030 initiative, are the bedrock of SCTCC's strategic initiative to eliminate educational inequities across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and geographic location. It is our belief that an antiracist and antidiscrimination ethos is necessary for advancing social justice and equity. Every individual has intrinsic value and our difference enrich our community.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
10-08-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
08-04-2025
Close Date:
09-05-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Christine H Blommer
Posting Contact Email:
cblommer@sctcc.edu
