Instructor Adjunct of Aviation, UC Clermont College

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Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials. Adjunct appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance.

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Job Overview

On a part-time limited basis, the Adjunct Faculty member’s primary academic functions include teaching, discovering, creating, and reporting knowledge to a diverse set of students.

The Aviation Meteorology Instructor is responsible for teaching an undergraduate meteorology course designed specifically for professional pilot students. The instructor will deliver classroom and/or online instruction that emphasizes the practical application of weather theory to flight planning, aeronautical decision-making, aircraft performance, and safe flight operations. The ideal candidate combines extensive aviation experience with a passion for educating the next generation of professional pilots.

Essential Functions

• Teach Aviation Meteorology in accordance with the approved course description and learning outcomes.
• Develop and deliver engaging lectures that connect meteorological concepts to real-world flight operations.
• Explain atmospheric processes, weather systems, and forecasting techniques from a pilot's perspective.
• Instruct students on topics including:
  • • Atmospheric structure and stability
    • Pressure systems and fronts
    • Clouds and precipitation
    • Thunderstorms and convective weather
    • Turbulence and wind shear
    • Icing
    • Fog and visibility
    • Aviation weather products and services
    • Surface analysis and prognostic charts
    • METARs, TAFs, PIREPs, AIRMETs, SIGMETs, and NOTAMs
    • Weather radar and satellite imagery
    • Weather decision-making and risk management
• Incorporate FAA guidance, weather technology, and current aviation weather resources into classroom instruction.
• Evaluate student performance through examinations, assignments, and classroom participation.
• Maintain accurate attendance and grade records in accordance with university policies.
• Hold regular office hours and provide academic support to students.
• Foster a professional learning environment that promotes critical thinking, sound aeronautical decision-making, and aviation professionalism.

Minimum Requirements

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating (CFI preferred).
• Recent aviation experience with practical knowledge of weather decision-making.
• Strong communication and instructional skills.
• Ability to effectively explain complex meteorological concepts to student pilots.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, and/or MEI).
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Aviation, Meteorology, Education, or a related field.
• Previous college-level teaching or flight instructor experience.
• Experience as an instructor, check airman, simulator instructor, or training instructor within an airline or Part 121 training program.
• Airline, corporate, military, or other professional flight operations experience.
• Experience applying aviation weather principles in commercial or air carrier operations.
• Familiarity with aviation weather software, electronic flight bag (EFB) applications, and FAA weather resources.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. () Eligibility may vary by position and FTE. Highlights include:

Tuition Remission

As a part-time employee, UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS).

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time – pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days).

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities
• University employee discount program

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