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Ivy+ Career Link Certified Tower Operator Program (CTO-P)

Columbus, INOnsitePart TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Military controllers
  • ICAO air traffic controllers
  • IQ Academy curriculum
  • FAA review
  • AT Basics curriculum
  • background checks
  • criminal history check

Nice to have

  • Canvas
  • PowerPoint

Role summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking part-time Adjunct Faculty to teach the Ivy+ Career Link Certified Tower Operator Program (CTO-P). Responsibilities include creating a learning environment, providing effective instruction and assessment, maintaining records, and assisting students. Candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC), Military controller with FAA credentials, ICAO air traffic controller, or Control Tower Operator (CTO), plus one year of On-the-Job Training Instructor (OJTI) or similar experience. Experience teaching the IQ curriculum is required. Some roles may require a Bachelor's degree and three years of teaching experience.

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School.

PROGRAM OPERATION: Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook. Submits requested information within established timelines.

STUDENTS: Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions or provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.

INSTRUCTION: Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s). Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate. In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair. Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views. Promote same as an integral part of one's work.

*All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial Transcript

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Pay Rate: $45.50 Per Contact Hour

Health & Wellness

  • Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

  • Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

  • All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

  • Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits


Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

  • Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

  • Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

  • All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

  • Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits


Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Requirements:

To be considered as a potential instructor, individuals who teach the IQ Academy curriculum must have a minimum of three (3) years of fully credentialed experience as one of the following:

FAA Certified Professional Controllers (CPC) Military controllers with FAA credentials International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) air traffic controllers Control Tower Operator (CTO) controllers

Qualified candidates must also have one (1) year of on the job training instructor (OJTI) or similar experience.


Faculty will teach IQ curriculum relevant to their work history. Ivy Tech Community College is required to have a process in place to facilitate the FAA's review of faculty requirements.

The FAA prohibits current FAA employees from teaching the CTO Partnership Program curriculum at (any) institutions.

AT Basics curriculum may be taught by an experienced air traffic controller as listed above, or a faculty member with a minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience and a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Faculty requirements will be audited in accordance with the Resource and Participation Guide, Appendix B, Auditing Checklist. 

Selected candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

  • Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

  • Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

  • All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

  • Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.


Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

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