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Melissa Boan

Port Republic

Summary

As a Gold Seal Flight Instructor at Blue Ridge Aviation, I am dedicated to fostering quality flight training and ground school through individualized instruction as well as oversight of student progression. I have a proven ability to implement innovative teaching techniques, ensuring the highest safety and federal regulation standards are my top priority. I enjoy helping our flight instructors find successful methods for student development, safety practices and procedures. I believe in strong communication and I'm committed to continuous professional development for the aviation industry. I look forward to building our Part 141 program as the Chief Flight Instructor at Blue Ridge Aviation

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Professor

Blue Ridge Community College
04.2024 - Current

This opportunity lead me to oversee each student's individual needs for successful completion of their flight training.

In this role I was able to monitor student progress through each of their ratings (private, instrument, and commercial).

CFI, CFII, Gold Seal Instructor

Blue Ridge Aviation
02.2023 - Current
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques for all instructors.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students as well as instructors, identifying root causes of problems and mediation towards effective techniques of instruction.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Standardized instruction for all ratings across all learning styles.
  • Conducts stage checks to identify areas of growth or deficiencies on a student by student basis while adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
  • Fostered positive learning environment, encouraging students to express their ideas and questions freely.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective and safe instruction.

Office Manager

Blue Ridge Aviation
05.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated flight and ground lessons for students and flight instructors.
  • Maintained aircraft and classroom space for optimal learning environments.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing student inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Coordinated flight school interns.

Education

High School Diploma -

Boan Academy

No Degree - Aviation

Blue Ridge Aviation
Weyers Cave, VA
02-2023

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Classroom and aircraft instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Continuous professional development
  • Collaborative team player
  • Student engagement
  • Instructional techniques
  • Adaptable teaching approach
  • Classroom management
  • Recordkeeping
  • Individualized instruction strategies
  • Student evaluation
  • Student records management
  • Effective lesson planning
  • Student counseling
  • Student-centered learning focus

Timeline

Associate Professor

Blue Ridge Community College
04.2024 - Current

CFI, CFII, Gold Seal Instructor

Blue Ridge Aviation
02.2023 - Current

Office Manager

Blue Ridge Aviation
05.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Boan Academy

No Degree - Aviation

Blue Ridge Aviation
Melissa Boan