CTE - Aviation Instructor - Unmanned Aircraft, 2026-2027

CTE - Aviation Instructor - Unmanned Aircraft, 2026-2027 St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time $54,843.61 - $70,068.21 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Academic program development Community outreach programs Collaborative planning in education Student performance assessment strategies Student recruitment Student record keeping Drone operation Laboratory experience Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driving Trade school Participating in conferences Lesson planning School policy and procedure enforcement Associate's degree Classroom Teaching Pilot License Remote Pilot Certificate Interactive whiteboards (educational technologies) Training delivery K-12 education instructional development 10 years

Full Job Description Position Title:

Aviation Instructor- Unmanned Aircraft Payroll/Personnel Type:

10 Month Job #: 8709 Reports to : Principal with collaboration

Career & Technical Education Shift Length:

6.5 Hours a

Day Union Eligibility:

Eligible Position Summary :

The Aviation Teacher will be the primary teacher for students to receive FAA certified level training provided they successfully complete the program. The teacher accomplishes this by providing students with a program of study that teaches required program skills, develops employability skills, and reinforces academic skills through use of rigorous curricula.

Essential Functions :

Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing laboratory-learning methods Demonstrates mathematical concepts using representations such as models, Smartboards hands-on, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aides Maintain liaison with the FAA, local airports and training programs Participate in demonstrations, extra-curricular activities, community awareness/education programs, parades, recruiting events and other activities to further the program and school Attend conferences, workshops, training programs to maintain currency/certifications Supervises all students assigned in instructional activitie Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated Plans and develops curricula with CTE curricula coordinator to meet competency requirements for the occupational/academic areas Develops and adapts instructional materials and experiences to meet individual student needs, aptitudes and interests Assesses and records student accomplishments on a regular basis through an approved grading system Maintains accurate attendance records on students and follows school procedures for reporting student attendance Teaches and enforces safety policies and practices required by federal and state laws, the school district and the department Develops and implements a variety of teaching strategies Establishes and maintains an effective climate for learning Plans and conducts appropriate educational field experiences Evaluates and recommends instructional aide, textbooks and equipment Creates, attends and participates in advisory committee meetings and activities Follows district's policies and procedures as adopted by the Board of Education Communicates regularly with parents/guardians As part of the program evaluation process, maintains a Program Improvement Plan Ensures student participation in Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) Works in cooperation with CTE Curriculum Coordinator to ensure consistent delivery of materials and to ensure software and other necessary resources are current Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Proficient in the areas mentioned under Essential Functions and under Experience Must put the interests of students' first and set high expectations and demand high quality performance

Experience :

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification (required) Additional Inspector Authorization (IA), DME, and pilot ratings (preferred)

Education :

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university AND four thousand (4,000) hours of Department-approved, aviation related work experience during the last 10 years, OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND five thousand (5,000) hours of Department-approved, aviation related work experience during the last 10 years, OR High School Diploma or equivalent AND six thousand (6,000) hours of Department-approved, aviation related work experience during the last 10 years Certified high school Skilled Technical Sciences Instructor OR Complete CTE Instructor requirements as directed by Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to become a certified Skilled Technical Sciences Instructor. (required)

Physical Requirements :

Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree

Working Conditions and Environment :

Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment Very limited or no exposure to physical risk

Disclaimer :

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. In connection with hiring for this position the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or national origin. If you are not currently fully certified, we would still love for you to apply! However, we ask that you provide very specific information and documentation so that we fully understand your progress towards certification: If you have applied for DESE certification but are awaiting the posting of your certificate: upload a copy/screenshot of your application submission in DESE to your application in the Attachments section If you are currently enrolled in a certification program, ask your university/program supervisor to write a letter to us that includes 1. what program you are enrolled in 2. how many certification courses you have remaining 3. what certification courses you have remaining 4. what exams you still need to take and 5. whether or not your university supervisor recommends you for a provisional or temporary license. Please note that if an offer is extended to you, the following items will be required as part of your on-boarding: Background check TB test Official transcripts Social security card