Temporary Flight Instructor (Macon Downtown Airport)

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is a public institution dedicated to providing affordable and high-quality education in Georgia. As a multi-campus university, MGA operates five campuses located in Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins. These campuses serve the educational needs of a diverse student population, totaling approximately 8,400 students from nearly all of Georgia's 159 counties. MGA offers a range of baccalaureate and graduate degree programs organized into six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university. The university is committed to its mission of educating and graduating inspired lifelong learners whose academic and professional achievements actively contribute to the growth and prosperity of the state of Georgia. MGA combines traditional campus-based education with global outreach through its fully online campus, ensuring accessibility to students regardless of location. The position at Middle Georgia State University is a temporary full-time role based at the Eastman Airport. This role focuses on providing FAA-approved flight instruction to both full-time and continuing education students, helping them meet the comprehensive demands of aviation training. The position entails significant responsibilities, including managing and scheduling flight lessons, providing recommendations for FAA practical tests, and maintaining detailed progress records for students in compliance with FAA standards. Reporting to an assistant chief flight instructor, the role requires a deep understanding of aviation safety protocols and the ability to inspire and guide aspiring pilots through critical stages of their training. Candidates in this role represent the university and are instrumental in upholding the high standards of the aviation department while supporting student success and campus operations. The flight instructor at MGA will play a vital part in ensuring the aviation students receive professional and structured flight training. The position requires excellent organizational skills for managing lesson schedules and student progress documentation. Additionally, coordination with faculty and other aviation staff members is part of the daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the flight department. The role may also include aircraft positioning duties on the ramp, which requires attentiveness to safety and operational procedures. Further, the instructor should be an effective communicator skilled in providing clear and constructive feedback to students. The temporary position is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a passion for aviation education to join a respected public university with a mission centered on stewardship, engagement, adaptability, and learning. MGA also promotes core values such as integrity, excellence, accountability, and respect among its employees and students, creating a supportive and inclusive working environment. Throughout their tenure, flight instructors at MGA are encouraged to uphold university and FAA policies, helping maintain regulatory compliance and high educational standards. Middle Georgia State University offers an inclusive workplace culture with equal opportunity employment practices in place. Candidates will undergo a background check as a condition of employment. The university values diversity and nondiscrimination policies ensuring fair treatment through its recruitment, hiring, and training practices. This temporary full-time flight instructor position comes with diverse responsibilities that not only impact individual student success but also contribute to the overall advancement of MGA's aviation program and mission to prepare capable professionals ready to excel in the aviation industry.

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• CFII certificate with current 2nd class medical
• must possess a valid driver’s license