FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Academy College is seeking a part-time Aircraft Dispatcher Instructor to teach in person, evening classes at our Bloomington, Minnesota campus. This role is designed for an experienced aircraft dispatcher who wants to help prepare the next generation of aviation operations professionals.

The instructor will teach within Academy College’s FAA-approved aircraft dispatcher curriculum and help students connect technical knowledge with real-world operational control. The role includes classroom instruction, student coaching, hands-on simulations, feedback, and support for students preparing for FAA written and practical exams.

The ideal candidate holds a current FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate, has aircraft dispatch or related operational control experience, and can explain complex aviation concepts in a clear, practical, student-centered way.

Required Qualifications

• Current FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
• Aircraft dispatch experience of minimum 3 years.
• Availability to teach weekly evening classes in person at Academy College’s Bloomington, MN campus

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching, training, or instructional experience
• Experience mentoring junior dispatchers, new team members, or operational staff
• Experience supporting FAA exam preparation, practical scenarios, simulations, or aviation training activities

Key Responsibilities

• Teach aircraft dispatcher course content using Academy College’s FAA-approved curriculum
• Help students understand flight planning, operational control, weather, regulations, aircraft performance, decision-making, and dispatch procedures
• Use real-world examples, simulations, and applied exercises to strengthen student learning
• Prepare students for FAA written and practical exams
• Provide feedback, coaching, and individualized student support
• Maintain a professional, organized, and supportive classroom environment
• Support student confidence, technical readiness, and professional expectations for aircraft dispatch work

Schedule

• Weekly evening classes
• In-person instruction at 1600 West 82nd Street, Bloomington, MN

Skills

• Aircraft dispatch
• FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
• Operational control
• Flight planning
• Aviation weather
• FAA regulations
• Aircraft performance
• Dispatch procedures
• Flight following
• Student coaching

Academy College is a career-focused college in Bloomington, Minnesota, offering aviation, dispatch, aviation maintenance, and business programs. For nearly a century, Academy College has supported students through practical, career-oriented education, small class sizes, and direct student support.

Company Description

Academy College is a career-focused college in Bloomington, Minnesota, offering aviation, dispatch, aviation maintenance, and business programs. For nearly a century, Academy College has supported students through practical, career-oriented education, small class sizes, and direct student support. \r\n\r\nCandidates should consider this role if they want to share real-world aviation experience, mentor motivated learners, and help students prepare for professional roles in aircraft dispatch and aviation operations.