Aviation Maintenance Full-Time Tenure Track Instructor

Salary $72,903.00 - $131,636.00 Annually Location San Luis Obispo Campus, CA Job Type Full Time - 10 Months/ 100% FTE Job Number FY2627-00076 Division Instruction Department Skilled Trades & Technology Opening Date 10/27/2026 Closing Date 11/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Job Description Summary Cuesta College welcomes applications for a Full-Time Tenure Track Aviation Maintenance (AVMT) Instructor to teach and provide leadership within our AVMT Department. The successful candidate may be required to teach day, evening, and weekend classes at the AVMT teaching facility located at the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (KSBP). The candidate will also have additional college and departmental responsibilities as outlined below. At Cuesta College we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees, and our community.

Therefore, a successful candidate will value students from diverse backgrounds and populations and show a commitment to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, and students to create an equitable and inclusive campus environment. As such they will demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds and beliefs, as well as gender and sexual identities and abilities of all constituents within the Cuesta College community. ABOUT THE COLLEGE Where You Will Work Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean.

Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande. Who We Are Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion. Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html The college planning documents can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/student-equity-initiatives/equity/index.html We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/index.html Essential Functions & Qualifications POSITION DUTIES: In addition to the responsibilities of the faculty classification description, the specific position is also responsible for: Developing and teaching AVMT courses. Prioritizing student success and efforts to engage in student mentoring.

Teaching a broad range of courses within the Aviation Maintenance discipline Developing curricula in AVMT to meet and maintain FAA standards. Working collaboratively with faculty colleagues in other disciplines. Representative Duties: The full-time college instructor is responsible for effective performance in the following areas: Teaching and Instruction The following duties are representative of the kinds of expectations that are normally required of a full-time Cuesta College instructor. Certain duties are common to the everyday operational needs of the College while other activities may be required on an as needed basis.

All of the duties, however, are common requirements at various times for full-time instructional positions. Plans for and initiates curriculum improvements. Plans for and is continually well prepared to teach. Provides organized delivery of instruction.

Is courteous to and approachable by students. Remains consistent with the stated and approved goals and content of the course. Adheres to the subject matter of the course as outlined in the Course Outline of Record Shows enthusiasm for the subject matter. Uses effective motivation to create a personal desire to learn the subject/skill(s).

Uses standards of student evaluation that are clear, equitable, and followed consistently throughout the course. Requires levels of instructor and student effort sufficient to the mastery of the subject or skills in the course. Grades and returns student assignments and tests in a reasonable period of time. Selects appropriate course materials.

Makes effective use of teaching aids and materials required of students (e.g., texts, manuals, low-cost, Open Access, etc.). Prepares complete course outlines and equity-minded syllabi. Continually revises and updates course content and materials of instruction. Coordinates course contents and methods with other teachers in the program/discipline.

Meets and assists students during office hours or by appointment or at other reasonable times. Initiates and carries through with improvements to course contents and methods. Initiates and/or participates in overall department-wide program development, maintenance, evaluation, revision and/or expansion. Identifies and connects students with college services and resources.

College and Departmental Responsibilities College and/or Departmental responsibilities may include the following activities: Working collaboratively with faculty and staff. Maintaining collegial, professional, racially aware, and ethical conduct. Regularly submitting assessment results into the college outcomes and assessments database. Developing and updating student learning outcomes, courses, and course/program curriculum.

Serving on college committees and taskforces (Participatory Governance). Researching and writing program reviews. Serving on peer evaluation and hiring committees. Collaborating with the Program Director and Division Chairs on course scheduling.

Working collaboratively with full-time and part-time instructors in the department. Collaborating with community about curriculum changes, job opportunities, or scholarship opportunities for students. Leading AVMT Dual Enrollment efforts and collaborating with local high schools. Evidence of Outstanding Ability as a Teacher Appropriate evidence includes, but is not limited to, experience, training, or achievement that the candidate has demonstrated: Commitment to staying current and certified with the latest developments and FAA requirements for Aviation Maintenance.

The ability to continuously reflect on, evaluate, and improve teaching methods. The ability to organize and explain content in ways appropriate to students' abilities and learning styles. Implementation of critical pedagogy (i.e., support students to actively engage in their own learning processes, promote development of critical thinking skills, and encourage students to become lifelong learners). To be considered for the Aviation discipline: Required: -Any Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and two years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment; OR -Any Associate's degree from an accredited institution and six years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment; OR -The equivalent. (Candidates applying on the basis of equivalency must submit all materials requested for an equivalency judgment.

For directions on what is an acceptable equivalency argument please review the requirements listed on the HR Website or see further information on Equivalency Petition Process Information below.) OR -A valid Community College credential in the discipline (If received prior to 1990, as the credential is no longer being issued). Preferred, but not required: - FAA Airframe and Powerplant Licensure Additional Requirement: -Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Desirable: -Teaching experience in the discipline, community college level preferred; -Awareness of the philosophy and objectives of California Community Colleges; - FAA Airframe and Powerplant Licensure Additional Information REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY Candidates will be required to submit all documents listed below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF documents are preferred.

Cover letter; Resume; Professional Reference List. See further document instructions below ; Unofficial transcripts; Teaching Philosophy Statement. See further document instructions below ; and Diversity Statement. See further document instructions below.

Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include (3) three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you. Teaching Philosophy Statement Instructions: A teaching philosophy statement is where applicants convey their teaching values, beliefs and/or goals. It could include your teaching methods, what you want to achieve with your students, what motivates you as a teacher, and the purpose of education. Diversity Statement Instructions: Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students.

It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community. In order to best prepare your diversity statement for this application, please review our Academic Senate approved Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Rubric, please visit our Equal Employment Opportunity Page: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/eeo/index.html In 500 words or less, with consideration to our Mission Statement and our values expressed above, please explain how you will demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in this position. Unofficial Transcript Instructions: Transcripts need to show that you meet the minimum qualifications (with degree conferred) and/or have a foreign degree evaluation completed if the degree you hold is from outside of the US. If the titles of your degrees on your transcripts do not show that you meet the minimum qualifications as written above, it is necessary to submit an equivalency petition with your application.

See below for more information about equivalency. Equivalency Petition Process Information: Faculty shall meet the minimum qualifications established by the Board of Governors, or shall possess qualifications that are at least equivalent to the minimum qualifications set out in the regulations of the Board of Governors. If a candidate’s earned degrees do not exactly match the minimum qualifications, they can submit a Petition for Equivalency form in order to apply for equivalency. For more information on the process, please review the links below.

Equivalency Process (AP 7211) Petition for Equivalency Form C