Teacher, Aerospace Career (Charter School) - AMIkids Bay County

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Aerospace Career Teacher role provides instruction, training, and guidance to students within the aerospace industry while adhering to recognized industry standards, trade and training specifications, and curriculum standards in compliance with instructional guidelines; and ensure AMIkids’ mission to provide a safe and successful learning environment for students, while encouraging social and emotional development through the achievement of academic and personal goals.

Essential Job Duties:

• Instruct and oversee students training in career and technical development courses related to unmanned aircraft systems e.g., drones, UAS Security, UAS Ops Cross Country Data, UAS Applications in Aerial Photography, and ground instruction,
• Assess and evaluate academic needs of student; provide professional instruction and teaching to a diverse population as appropriate,
• Advise students on career options including providing guidance and suggestions regarding future coursework, possible specializations, and other career-related topics,
• Provide instruction related to identified career and technical development according to lesson plans, Individual Education Plans (IEP) and AMIkids Blended Learning Model incorporating other instructional strategies,
• Provide appropriate accommodations based on students IEP, ELL plan and 504 plan,
• Design hands-on lesson plans that allow for students to apply proper use of tools, equipment, technology, and techniques necessary to perform the tasks required of the industry,
• Create and administer oral, written or performance exams to evaluate the effectiveness of lesson plans and student progress,
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry recognized policies/procedures/regulations,
• Motivate and guide students toward the successful accomplishment of established goals and objectives,
• Effective use of the behavior and skills training component of the personal growth model by providing redirection and coaching to students,
• Ensure proper use and care of PPE, physical equipment, and materials; avoid or minimize any potential risk to student or equipment damage,
• Maintain appropriate training materials, equipment and resources and inventory,
• Maintain accurate education records (includes but not limited to attendance, lesson plans and grades),
• Document students’ industry recognized certification into the national registry,
• Always serve as advisor and positive role model for student,
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities,
• Attend and maintain appropriate crisis intervention/de-escalation training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements,
• Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification by nationally recognized organization,
• Maintain cleanliness of classroom and/or work areas,
• May supervise/coordinate field trips and special activities,
• Maintain appropriate certification(s) and license(s) for your role,
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred,
• Hold a current FAA Part 107 Certificate, or comparable certificate,
• Hold a current Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) Certificate, or able to earn within one year

What's in it for you?
As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within
• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Wellness Benefits – EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more.