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Lecturer - Dept. of Aviation Maintenance & Structural Technology (Eastman Campus

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Lecturer - Dept. of Aviation Maintenance & Structural Technology (Eastman Campus) Job ID: 290329

Location: MGA Eastman Campus

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

About the Department The Middle Georgia State University School of Aviation is a nationally recognized leader in aviation education. The Aviation Maintenance Technology and Aircraft Structural Technology programs offer both degree and certificate options. In addition, aviation related training is available to high school students through dual enrollment opportunities.

Job Summary This position is primarily responsible for teaching aviation maintenance courses to both traditional college students and high school dual enrollment students. Lecturers will be expected to have the skill set to teach in both the Aviation Maintenance Technology program, as well as the Aircraft Structural Technology program. Teaching duties will require both the ability to present theory through lecture, as well as demonstrate skills, and manage students in a shop environment. This is a full-time, 10-month faculty position in the Department of Aviation Maintenance and Structural Technology.

Responsibilities

Teach various Aviation Maintenance Technology courses in areas to include all the FAA curriculum included in the Airman Certification Standards (FAA-S-ACS-1).

Teach courses in the Aircraft Structural Technology program. This will require proficiency in sheet metal and composite construction and repair.

Advise aviation students on academic and career aspirations.

Develop course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and lab projects.

Maintain working lab/shop environments, and training aids.

Evaluate student achievement and competence.

Collaborate with faculty and occupational advisory committee.

Periodically help with recruitment of students by attending K-12 career fairs and conducting on campus tours.

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in Aviation or related field required.

AA - Airframe & Powerplant Certification required.

Demonstrate ability to teach a broad array of aviation training courses.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.

Teaching experience in aviation.

Industry experience in aviation maintenance.

Required Documents to Attach

Letter of interest including teaching philosophy and salary requirements.

Resume/Curriculum Vitae.

Unofficial Academic Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate).

Names and contact information for three references.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Parental Leave

Retirement

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Background Check Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Equal Employment Opportunity Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

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