Aviation Maintenance Technology-Teaching Lab Assistant

The employee will demonstrate TSTC’s Core Values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and community members.

Works closely with faculty, staff, and students to support instructional activities and learning outcomes. Communicates clearly and timely regarding classroom needs, equipment status, safety concerns, and student support requirements.

For general education courses or associate degree courses designed for transfer, a bachelor’s degree in the teaching discipline is required. For associate degree courses not designed for transfer, a bachelor’s degree in the teaching discipline or an associate degree with demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline is required.

One to three years of related instructional, laboratory, or technical support experience is preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education where appropriate, consistent with TSTC’s equivalency philosophy.

Plans, prioritizes, and completes assigned instructional support tasks within established timelines. Manages multiple responsibilities concurrently while maintaining accuracy, safety, and accountability.

Ensures instructional environments, equipment, and materials meet institutional standards, safety requirements, and applicable policies. Follows established procedures related to grading, recordkeeping, equipment use, and laboratory safety.

Identifies opportunities to improve instructional support processes, laboratory setup, equipment usage, or workflows and collaborates with faculty and staff to implement improvements within the role’s scope.

Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in performing laboratory and shop procedures. Proficiency with information systems and computer applications, with advanced knowledge preferred. Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately and work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and student workers. Ability to maintain a safe, organized, and effective instructional environment. Valid Texas driver’s license and ability to be insured under the TSTC Auto Liability Insurance Plan.

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.