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Matthew Gilles

Clifton,TX

Summary

Dedicated Certified Flight Instructor with extensive experience in flight training and a proven track record of delivering FAA syllabus-compliant instruction. Specializes in conducting mock check rides and ground tests while ensuring students exceed proficiency standards. Expertise in planning and scheduling training programs tailored to operational needs, fostering a commitment to aviation excellence. Aiming to leverage instructional skills to enhance student success and safety in the aviation industry. Inspiring Vocational Instructor committed to providing thorough instruction while setting a great example for educational excellence and modeling acceptable social and work-related behavior. A strong background in curriculum development and progress assessment capabilities. Eager to apply these talents to an exciting opportunity.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Flight Instructor

Universal Flight Concepts
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • 200+ flight instructions
  • 100+ Ground instruction
  • Conducted post-flight debriefings with students in order to evaluate performance and discuss areas needing improvement.
  • Maintained records of all training activities including maintenance logs, pilot log books, and other documents as required by FAR Part 61 and 141 regulations.
  • Instructed students on the principles of navigation and aeronautical decision making.

Intern

Madera Residential
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
  • Prepared reports summarizing project progress and results for management review.
  • Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lubbock-Cooper High School
Lubbock, TX
05.2016

Some College (No Degree) -

Texas Tech University

Some College (No Degree) - Undergraduate

South Plains College

Skills

  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Active learning
  • Communications and Media
  • Powerpoint
  • Group Communication
  • Flight test preparation
  • Navigation and chart reading
  • Instrument flight rules
  • Student progress evaluation
  • Spin recovery training
  • Glass cockpit proficiency
  • Cross-country flight planning
  • Flight simulator training
  • Aviation safety awareness

Timeline

Certified Flight Instructor

Universal Flight Concepts
08.2023 - 09.2024

Intern

Madera Residential
08.2020 - 05.2021

High School Diploma -

Lubbock-Cooper High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Texas Tech University

Some College (No Degree) - Undergraduate

South Plains College
Matthew Gilles