About This Role
Rainier Flight Service is seeking Flight Instructors to provide high-quality flight, ground, and simulator instruction to students at their flight training operations in the Seattle area. This is a flexible, part-time position ideal for certified flight instructors looking to build experience while maintaining their own proficiency. Instructors can manage their own schedules working with over 250 students flying from 6 am to midnight, with compensation up to $30/hour plus bonuses for seminars and events. The position offers access to discounted or free training for additional ratings, networking opportunities, and a supportive community dedicated to aviation excellence.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality flight, ground, and simulator instruction to enrolled students
- Conduct introductory/discovery flight lessons for new prospects
- Provide BFR (Biennial Flight Review) ground and flight instruction
- Provide currency and proficiency instruction as requested
- Perform aircraft check-outs and sign-offs by make and model
- Assist students with flight and ground appointment scheduling
- Complete logbook entries for students and instructor records
- Teach ground school sessions as requested
- Ensure all course standards and training requirements are met
- Recommend fully-prepared students for FAA checkrides
- Maintain clean, professional environments in aircraft and company building
- Stay current with recommended CFI techniques and materials
- Monitor aircraft maintenance condition and report issues promptly
- Coordinate with multiple departments to ensure safe and efficient operations
What We Offer
Competitive pay up to $30/hour for instructionBonuses available for seminars and eventsFlexible schedule managementStructured Part 61/141 curriculum supportAircraft standardization manuals providedComputerized scheduling and records systemAccess to standardized procedures and safety protocolsNetworking opportunities with industry leadersDiscounted or free training for continuing education, proficiency, and additional ratingsSafety Manager and SMS program
Requirements
- FAA Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate
- Valid FAA Instrument Instructor (CFII) certificate preferred
- Current FAA medical certificate
- Current and proficient to CFI PTS standards in ASEL aircraft
- Knowledge of effective instructional techniques in classroom and flight
- Knowledge of FARs and Oral and Practical Test Standards
- Ability to communicate professionally with students, instructors, and management
About Rainier Flight Service
Rainier Flight Service is a flight training organization based in the Seattle area (Boeing Field, Auburn, Tacoma) that is passionate about aviation and provides comprehensive flight instruction and training services to students and customers.