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Aviation CTES


Job Location:

Grand Rapids, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 24 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 21 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Aviation- CTES

Kent Career Tech Center

Union - KIEA CTE Specialist

7 Hours Daily (FT) / 182 Days (Full School Year)

Summary:

To assist in providing a well-organized and smoothly functioning classroom environment that reflects the Aviation industry allowing students to fully benefit from the instructional program and available resources.

Job Qualifications:

  1. Must have graduated from high school. (Associates or Bachelors Degree preferred.)
  2. Minimum of two (2) years (4000 hours) of recent and relevant work experience in an aviation maintenance-related environment military or civilian.
  3. Technical knowledge skills and training in aviation maintenance and aircraft electronics (avionics) required.
  4. Must hold a professional industry certification in aviation such as:
    • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA): Private Pilot Certificate or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic License.
    • Department of Labor (DOL): Aircraft Mechanic Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic or Aircraft Electrician certification.
    • National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT): Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) certification.
  5. Preferred additional certifications/credentials may include:
    • FAA Private Pilot Certificate
    • FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate
    • FAA Airframe & Powerplant License
    • FAA Inspection Authorization
    • DOL Aircraft Engine Mechanic certification
    • NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician certification
    • FAA Drone Operator License
  6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students staff counselors industry partners and the general public.
  7. Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse student populations including economically disadvantaged students.
  8. Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions in order to support student learning and complete job responsibilities.
  9. Ability to work collaboratively with instructors and support instructional activities.
  10. Ability to organize prioritize work independently maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.
  11. Ability to be flexible and demonstrate initiative discretion and integrity.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Assists in providing specialized instruction in Aviation Maintenance Avionics and related Career Technical Education (CTE) areas.
  2. Assists students on a one-to-one or small group basis as directed by the CTE Instructor.
  3. Uses remedial and tutorial techniques to support student learning and skill development.
  4. Assists the CTE Instructor in maintaining a positive learning environment supporting classroom management and maximizing student success.
  5. Supports the safe and proper use of aviation tools equipment machinery and instructional materials.
  6. Assists with the setup operation and maintenance of equipment used in the instructional process.
  7. Monitors students during classroom laboratory field trip and work-based learning activities to ensure safety and engagement.
  8. Provides supplementary support to students including assistance with assignments assessments and skill development activities.
  9. Assists students with industry certification preparation and career-related activities.
  10. Attends staff meetings professional development opportunities and other required meetings.
  11. Performs other duties as assigned by the Administration.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits: Robust benefit package includes full medical dental and vision insurance; generous paid sick and personal days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF/ SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.

Please note due to the large number of applications we are unable to attend to e-mail or telephone inquiries on application status.

The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin ethnicity religion sex (including gender identity or expression sexual orientation pregnancy childbirth or a related condition) age height weight familial status marital status military service veteran status genetic information disability or any other legally protected basis and prohibits unlawful discrimination including harassment and retaliation in any education program or activity that it operates including in admission and employment. The Coordinator for Title IX Section 504 the Age Discrimination Act and Title II is: Dave Rodgers Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources