Aviation Program Director

Director of the Robert D. Morgan '36 Aviation Program

This is a part-time, 10-month salaried position with strong benefits. Position open until filled. Submit applications including a resume and cover letter to Mr. Steve Stay, Executive Assistant to the Head of School, at stays@christschool.org.

Position Summary

Christ School seeks a visionary and mission-aligned educator to serve as Director of the Robert D. Morgan '36 Aviation Program, a distinctive, pre-professional academic pathway that integrates aviation, STEM education, and leadership formation for boys in grades 8-12. Working within Christ School's boarding-school environment, the Director oversees curriculum development, instructional delivery, partnerships with aviation organizations, and day-to-day program operations.

The Director leads a specialized aviation program combining STEM coursework, FAA-aligned ground school, flight simulation, and experiential learning, often in partnership with local airports and flight schools. Modeled after best practices at institutions such as Linden Hall School (PA) and other independent schools, this role oversees a comprehensive Pre-Professional Aviation Pathway, supporting students pursuing:

• Manned flight (pilot training)
• Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS/drones)
• Aviation maintenance or aerospace engineering pathways

The Director advances Christ School's mission by preparing students for collegiate study and careers in aviation, aerospace, engineering, drone technology, and related fields through rigorous academics, hands-on learning, and character formation rooted in the School's Four Pillars.

Core Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Curriculum

• Design, implement, and continually refine an aviation curriculum that integrates STEM disciplines, flight science, aeronautics, meteorology, and aerospace applications

• Design, implement, and continually refine an aviation curriculum that integrates STEM disciplines, flight science, aeronautics, meteorology, and aerospace applications
• Oversee curriculum development, instructional delivery, partnerships with aviation organizations, and day-to-day program operations
• Lead a specialized aviation program combining STEM coursework, FAA-aligned ground school, flight simulation, and experiential learning
• Support students pursuing manned flight (pilot training), unmanned aircraft systems (UAS/drones), aviation maintenance or aerospace engineering pathways
• Advance Christ School's mission by preparing students for collegiate study and careers in aviation, aerospace, engineering, drone technology, and related fields