Flight Instructor

Are you passionate about aviation and dedicated to shaping the next generation of the Aviation industry? Look no further! Reporting to the Chair of the School of Aviation and under the guidance of the Chief Flight Instructor, the Flight Instructor/Professor is instrumental in delivering top-notch flight and ground instruction aligned with Seneca Polytechnic manuals and Transport Canada guidance materials.

As a Flight Instructor/Professor, you will be responsible for providing primary flight and ground instruction at the PPL and CPL levels in the Bachelor of Aviation Technology program at the School of Aviation.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Chief Flight Instructor or designate the Flight Instructor/Professor is responsible for:

Flight and Ground Instruction

• Provide primary flight instruction to Bachelor of Aviation Technology students in accordance with the Training Manual (TM), Operations Manual (OM), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Deliver preparatory ground instruction, pre- and post-flight briefings to students in accordance with the TM and Transport Canada guidance material.
• Provide meaningful feedback, grading reports, and progression records for each training event.

Administrative Tasks and Record-Keeping

• Accurately maintain flight records, logs and forms for each training event.
• Maintain direct supervision records (Class 4 Instructors).
• Assist with the development of training materials and assigned projects under the direction of the Phase Leads and CFI.

Regulatory and Procedural Compliance

• Actively participate in Seneca’s safety culture in accordance with the Safety Management System.
• Ensure all licenses, ratings and medical are current.
• Ensure you are fit for duty in accordance with the OM, TM, SOPs, and Transport Canada guidelines.

What you Bring to the Team

Required Licenses & Ratings

• Category 1 Aviation Medical
• Commercial Pilot License or Airline Transport Pilot License (Aeroplane)
• Minimum valid Class 4 Flight Instructor Rating
• Valid Group 1 or 3 Instrument Rating
• Minimum completion of High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Experience teaching in an Integrated CPL or ATPL program is an asset.
• A valid Instructor Rating, Class 4, 3, 2 or 1.
• Experience supervising Class 4 flight instructors is an asset.
• Experience working in an SOP environment is an asset.
• Airline experience is an asset.
• Previous teaching experience is an asset.
• A completed post-secondary diploma or degree in Aviation is preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency in delivering high-quality flight and ground instruction in alignment with TM, OM, SOPs, and Transport Canada guidelines.
• Exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Beneficial strong industry connections and networking abilities.
• Dedication to teamwork, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
• Commitment to equity in education.

Note: A teaching demonstration may be required during the recruitment process.