American Leadership Academy Applied Technology School is now accepting applications for an Aviation Program Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Candidates must possess a valid AZ IVP fingerprint clearance card.
Here at American Leadership Academy - Applied Technologies (ALA-AT), we believe that the next generation of AMTs are already behind the curve. We are preparing High School students in grades 9-12 to become FAA Certificated Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Technicians. We further believe that with the current shortages of AMTs, we must also be cultivating an interest in the Aviation Industry for students in grades 7-8, which is also what we are doing here at ALA-AT.

AVIATION MAINTENANCE TEACHER REQUIREMENTS ARE:

• High School Diploma. (Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology or other related technical service field preferred).
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate (required), Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI) a plus.
• At least five years’ experience exercising the privileges of both the Airframe and Powerplant mechanic certificate ratings as indicated by 14 CFR Part 65.83 (required) ** special considerations will be given for more diverse experience).
• Instructors must not only be able to demonstrate a command of theory and practice, contemporary knowledge, and continuing study in their field, but must also project a professional image.
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Card.
• The instructor candidate must be Arizona Department of Education [ADE] / Career and Technical Education [CTE] certified or be able to certify within 6 months of hire.
  American Leadership Academy Applied Technologies offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. Eligible employees may earn additional pay based on performance.

Interested candidates are encouraged to complete an online application and submit the following supporting documentation.

• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint card
• Teaching Certificate in Family and Consumer Sciences Occupational Area or Education and Training Occupational Area
• Letters of recommendation (2-3)
• Additional applicable certificates and endorsements

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever had a professional license revoked?
• Have you ever had a teaching license revoked?
• Have you ever been convicted of a crime? If yes, why?
• What is your desired salary?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Airframe: 5 years (Required)
• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• FAA Airframe Certification (Required)
• Powerplant Mechanic Certification (Required)
• Certified Flight Instructor (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mesa, AZ 85212 (Required)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details