Instructor Aviation

3 weeks ago


Peterborough, Canada Seneca Polytechnic Full time

**Join the Renewed Seneca, The Next Seneca.**:
Guided by _The Next - A Strategic Plan for Seneca Polytechnic_, we offer a working environment that is innovative, flexible and encourages risk-taking. Joining Seneca Polytechnic brings opportunities for professional development and career growth. We focus on health and wellbeing in all its forms to provide a great employee experience.

**Flight Instructor**:
Are you passionate about aviation and dedicated to shaping the next generation of the Aviation industry? Look no further Reporting to the Chair of the School of Aviation and under the guidance of the Chief Flight Instructor, the Flight Instructor/Professor is instrumental in delivering top-notch flight and ground instruction aligned with Seneca Polytechnic manuals and Transport Canada guidance materials.

As a Flight Instructor/Professor, you will be responsible for providing primary flight and ground instruction at the PPL and CPL levels in the Bachelor of Aviation Technology program at the School of 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.

**What you Bring to the Team**:
**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 completion of High school diploma or equivalent

**Experience**
- Experience teaching in an Integrated CPL or ATPL program is an asset.
- A valid Instructor Rating, Class 4, 3, 2 or 1.
- 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**
- Proficiency in delivering high-quality flight and ground instruction in alignment with TM, OM, SOPs, and Transport Canada guidelines.
- Exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Beneficial strong industry connections and networking abilities.
- Dedication to teamwork, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
- Commitment to equity in education.

**Note**: A teaching demonstration may be required during the recruitment process.

**Job Details**

**External Posting Date**:April 30, 2024
**External Closing Date**: Posted until filled
**Pay Range**: Dependent on experience
**Hours**:TBD
**Work Type**:On-site
**Shift**: TBD
**Ideal Start Date**:
**End Date**:
**Job Type**:Part-time

**Note**: Seneca requires copies of educational credentials at the time of an interview. Confirmation of educational credentials in the form of an official Canadian transcript or an official evaluation of international credentials which determines Canadian equivalency will be required upon hire.

**Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance**:
Seneca Polytechnic is Canada’s leading polytechnic with over 4300+ employees, 40,000 full-time students and 23, 400 part-time and continuing education students. With over 55 years since opening its doors for the first time, Seneca Polytechnic is dedicated to getting our students career
- and world-ready. We offer an education that has no boundaries. And we create great flexible experiences for those who study and work here. The student experience. The employee experience. The community experience. The Seneca experience is a differentiator. As Canada’s leading polytechnic, our core mission is our North Star: we provide a great education that builds great careers for our graduates. We make a difference so they can make a difference.

None of this happens without the exceptional employees of Seneca - the faculty, support staff and administrators - who show their commitment to our students and their success every day. We are excited ab