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Pilot Instructor

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Pilot Instructor

Teach vocational courses intended to provide occupational training below the baccalaureate level in subjects such as construction, mechanics/repair, manufacturing, transportation, or cosmetology, primarily to students who have graduated from or left high school. Teaching takes place in public or private schools whose primary business is academic or vocational education.

At a Glance

Pilot Instructor. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Top skills: Communication, Flight Training, Operations.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

Varies

Job Postings

3

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Median Wage

$61,490/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+0.7%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (13)

Flight Training

5.0

Federal Aviation Administration

4.8

Lifting Ability

4.7

Authorization (Computing)

4.6

Student-Centred Learning

4.6

Fiber Optics

4.4

Simulations

4.4

Turbines

4.3

Lesson Planning

4.3

Geometry

4.2

Office Equipment

4.1

Common Skills (11)

Communication

5.0

Operations

4.9

Positivity

4.9

Presentations

4.9

Microsoft Office

4.8

Strong Work Ethic

4.7

Planning

4.6

Detail Oriented

4.5

Customer Service

4.3

Certifications (6)

Airline Transport Pilot Licence

4.8

Certified Flight Instructor

4.7

Security Clearance

4.4

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certification

4.3

FAA Second Class Medical Certificate

4.2

Teaching Certificate

4.1

Related Specializations

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