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Matthew Van Wolput
Oak Ridge,NJ
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Summary
Dedicated aviation professional, educator, and business leader with over 30 years of experience in instruction, leadership, and operations management. Passionate about teaching, mentorship, and helping others achieve excellence through discipline, consistency, and high standards. Proven success in flight training, instructor development, customer relations, and team leadership. Commercial Pilot, Certified Flight Instructor, and Instrument Rated professional with a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight School Director
Liftoff Pilot Academy
Lincoln Park, NJ
11.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Coordinated staff training sessions to improve instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Fostered relationships with parents and community stakeholders to support student development initiatives.
- Monitored academic performance data to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic planning.
- Led school-wide events and programs that promoted engagement among students, families, and faculty.
- Assisted in managing payroll operations and supporting administrative tasks. Developed standard operating procedures to enhance operational efficiency. Assisted in establishing administrative processes for classrooms and flight school operations.
Owner/President
Oak Ridge Martial Arts Academy
Oak Ridge, NJ
11.2002 - Current
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and mentoring to build a cohesive team focused on excellence in instruction.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring optimal performance of classes and adherence to safety protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents, improving community engagement and satisfaction.
- Oversaw daily business functions to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Twsp High School
Jefferson Township NJSkills
- Stakeholder engagement
- Business owner mentality
- Risk management
- Flight operations oversight
- Team oriented
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Responsible and dependable
- Reliable & Personal
- Client communication
Accomplishments
Certified Flight Instructor - ASE.
Commercial Pilot ASEL & AMEL; Instrument Rating Airplane; High Performance, Retract, and Tailwheel Endorsements
Aircraft Exp: C172, C182, J-3, PA-18, PA-28, DA-42, PIAT
Avionics: G1000, G3X, G5, G430, Analog.
Hours (Updated 7/1/26)
Total Flight Hours: 791
Night: 11.9
PIC: 683
Cross Country: 90
Instrument: Simulated 60.8 Actual: 15
Multi-Engine: 18.2
Dual Given: 328
Timeline
Flight School Director
Liftoff Pilot Academy
11.2024 - Current
Owner/President
Oak Ridge Martial Arts Academy
11.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Twsp High School