Jake McKindles
Pompano Beach
Summary
Dynamic Certified Flight Instructor with a proven track record at Berichi Aviation. Excelled in enhancing flight safety and student pilot skills through personalized training plans while demonstrating expertise in both technical flight maneuvers and effective communication skills. Skilled in emergency procedures and effective communication, demonstrating a commitment to professional development and patient satisfaction.
Aviation professional with robust background in flight instruction and student development. Delivers comprehensive training programs that emphasize safety and regulatory compliance, while fostering collaborative learning environment. Known for adaptability and effective communication, ensuring seamless team operations and successful student outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Flight Instructor
Berichi Aviation
05.2024 - Current
- Improved student confidence and performance with thorough pre-flight briefings and post-flight debriefings, addressing specific areas for improvement.
- Facilitated productive communication between students, instructors, and aircraft maintenance staff to promote a safe and effective training environment.
- Enhanced student pilot skills by implementing personalized training plans and progress tracking.
- Increased overall flight safety by consistently enforcing strict adherence to FAA regulations during all instructional sessions.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles, ensuring maximum retention of material covered.
- Mentored new flight instructors by sharing knowledge, techniques, and insights from personal experiences in the field.
- Participated in regular safety meetings with staff members to identify potential hazards or areas for improvement within the flight school operations framework.
- Developed lesson plans and conducted ground training modules covering aircraft systems across normal, abnormal and emergency operations.
Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist
HearUSA
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Educated patients and families on the proper use and maintenance of hearing aids, leading to improved device performance and user satisfaction.
- Established trust with diverse patient populations through effective communication techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices within the field of audiology.
- Assessed integrity of auditory system by performing auditory brainstem response audiometry and electrocochleography.
- Planned individually designed treatment programs to restore more seamless communication and improve hearing.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing emotional stress related to their hearing loss journey.
Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist
Miracle Ear
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Attended professional development courses to maintain current understanding of industry advances in devices and treatment protocols.
- Tested hearing with complete audiological examinations.
- Educated patients on proper care and maintenance of their hearing aids, resulting in reduced device malfunctions.
- Administered counseling sessions related to managing tinnitus symptoms providing relief for affected individuals.
- Established a positive rapport with patients, fostering trust and loyalty to the practice over time.
Education
Au.D - Audiology
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2010
Skills
- Emergency procedures training
- Flight instruction techniques
- Multi-engine aircraft operation
- Upset recovery instruction
- Cross-country flight planning
- High-performance aircraft handling
- Ground school instruction
- Pilot decision making
Certification
CFI
CFI-I
Commercial ASEL
Commercial AMEL
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor
Berichi Aviation
05.2024 - Current
Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist
HearUSA
01.2021 - 03.2023
Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist
Miracle Ear
03.2020 - 01.2021
Au.D - Audiology
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Arizona State University