Part-Time Drone Pilot Instructor

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The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI.

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The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

Position Type: Part-Time
Schedule: 10–12 hours per week
Program Year: 36 weeks per year
Estimated Annual Hours: 360–432 hours

Position Summary

The Drone Pilot Instructor will lead a hands-on, career-focused drone education program for high school students. The instructor will teach students the knowledge, safety practices, flight skills, and professional skills needed to pursue an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate under Part 107.

The instructor will combine classroom instruction with practical drone activities, helping students understand how drones are used in fields such as construction, forestry, agriculture, public safety, real estate, environmental science, photography, surveying, and other emerging careers.

The FAA currently requires applicants for a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate to be at least 16 years old and to pass the initial aeronautical knowledge examination.

Introduce students to drones, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), and aviation.
Teach basic drone components, controls, batteries, maintenance, and pre-flight procedures.
Introduce students to safe and responsible drone operations.
Teach weather, airspace, flight restrictions, and emergency procedures.

Develop instruction and practice activities covering FAA Part 107 knowledge areas, including:

FAA rules and regulations
Airspace classification and operating requirements
Weather and its effects on drone operations
Aircraft performance and loading
Emergency procedures
Crew resource management
Radio communication procedures
Airport operations
Maintenance and pre-flight inspections
Night operations
Aeronautical decision-making and judgment

Demonstrate safe drone flight techniques.
Supervise student flight activities.
Teach takeoff, landing, hovering, maneuvering, and mission planning.
Provide opportunities for students to practice photography, mapping, inspection, and other appropriate applications.
Establish and enforce safe flight procedures for all student activities.

Help students understand how drone technology is being used in the workplace.

Potential career applications include:

Forestry and environmental conservation
Construction
Agriculture
Surveying and mapping
Real estate
Photography and videography
Infrastructure inspection
Public safety
Engineering
Environmental science
Technology and entrepreneurship

Incorporate workforce-development skills into the program, including:

Professional communication
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Time management
Project planning
Workplace safety
Professionalism
Résumé development
Career exploration
Presentation skills

Track student progress toward the FAA knowledge examination and help students understand the certification process.

The FAA process includes obtaining an FAA Tracking Number (FTN), scheduling and passing the initial aeronautical knowledge test, completing the FAA application through IACRA, and completing the required security vetting/application process.

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Demonstrated experience safely operating drones/UAS
Ability to work effectively with high school students
Strong communication and classroom-management skills
Ability to explain technical information in an age-appropriate way
Commitment to aviation and student safety

Nice to Have

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Experience teaching, coaching, mentoring, or training youth
Experience with drone photography, mapping, surveying, GIS, inspection, forestry, construction, or another UAS application
Experience preparing students for FAA Part 107 testing
Knowledge of FAA airspace and LAANC procedures
Experience developing hands-on STEM or career-and-technical education activities

The schedule may include:

Classroom instruction
Hands-on flight sessions
Student project development
Individual student support
FAA exam preparation
Career exploration activities
Program planning and documentation

Some outdoor instruction may require flexibility based on weather, daylight, and safe flying conditions.

By the end of the program, students should have:

Requirements

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The Drone Pilot Instructor will help high school students turn an emerging technology into real-world skills, career exploration, and a pathway toward professional drone operations.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job

Lansing, United States

On-site at the office

Who can apply

About this job

Pay per year: ≈ $41,600–$62,400 a year; 19% below the $64,480 median for Teacher jobs on Jobera (2,321 salaries).
Who can apply: United States
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