Aviation Teacher for LESA High School Aviation Class
Deadline: June 30, 2026
District/Organization: Livingston Educational Service Agency (LESA) in partnership with Crosswinds Aviation at Livingston County Airport
Position/Type: Teacher, part time
Salary: Position paid hourly at $27 to $40 per hour, depending on qualifications
Position Details
Livingston Educational Service Agency (LESA) in partnership with Crosswinds Aviation at Livingston County Airport KOZW has an all Livingston County high school Career and Technical Education (CTE) Aviation program that enrolls Juniors and Seniors in a private pilot ground course for first year students. For second year students there is a 2nd year curriculum consisting of review of PPL Ground, Remote Pilot Certificate, cross country planning and Instrument ground and leadership career development. This role will consist of teaching and managing this program during the school year from August-June, Monday through Friday. There is a morning session from 7:30am-9:00am and an afternoon session from 12:50pm-2:20pm.
Duties & Responsibilities
High School CTE Ground School Instruction with LESA
Follow LESA and Crosswinds Aviation teacher classroom expectations and teacher handbook
Ensure CTE Curriculum requirements are met and review on an ongoing basis for compliance
Manage CTE requirements and requests from LESA to support class including CTE Compliance documentation required for CIP Self Review/GEMSCIP
Coordinate closely with the LESA Coordinator to ensure students are on track and progressing successfully in the classroom.
Teach class daily from late August through mid-June of each school year.
Manage attendance, grades, exam schedules and submit all required reports to LESA in a timely manner according to their schedule.
Communicates with LESA contacts regularly regarding student progress
Manage student concerns and report back to LESA contacts for escalation and support.
Coordinate field trips and guest speakers with assistance from Crosswinds Aviation High School Team
Administrative Tasks
Manage CTE Aviation program
Attend events at local high schools or other locations as needed in coordination with Crosswinds Aviation's Client Relations & Marketing Director.
Manage/coordinate members and meetings for aviation specific Advisory Committee.
Qualifications
Experience, Certification(s), and/or Education
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Basic Ground Instructor Certificate or Advanced Ground Instructor certificate or CFI
2 years aviation industry or training experience
Preferred:
Experience teaching in group settings and with youth
Instrument Ground Instructor - IGI or
Certified Flight Instructor - CFIor
Certified Flight Instructor Instrument - CFII
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of aviation ground school requirements and operations.
Knowledge of Part 141 and 61 regulations (Desired).
Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software.
Skill with interpersonal relations to handle sensitive and confidential situations; demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy.
Skill with providing verbal and written instruction to students in English.
Ability to attend to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek management assistance as appropriate.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Schedule:
Monday to Friday - 2 sessions; morning and afternoon
Follows Howell Public School Calendar
Ability to commute/relocate:
E-mail: sharvey@crosswindsaviation.com
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