Army JROTC Instructor

Job Summary:

The JROTC (Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps) Army Instructor will report to the principal of the assigned school. Also, will set an outstanding personal example of professional, social and personal behavior and appearance for the cadets, colleagues and the community. The JROTC Instructor is responsible for the cadets, colleagues and the community. The JROTC Instructor is responsible for JROTC cadet instruction and their achievement of the curricularrequirements and learning standards of the Porgram of Instruction. This role will also organize, coordinate, and direct JROTC activities in the school, counsel and mentor cadets on their military and academic performance and interpret and implement, school, program and military regulatory guidance.

The Military Instructor will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

Instruct and support JROTC cadets in reaching and maintaining proficiency in military and all other applicable subjects. Seek out new and alternative instructional and motivational techniques for improved instruction.

Conduct JROTC curriculum training in accordance with applicable law, and Army and Cadet Command regulations and policies.

Adhere to and/or prepare a weekly training schedule to include daily class topics, all military events, military team practice, meetings and the uniform of the day.

Manages the merit/demerit system for assigned classes.

Perform administrative tasks including maintenance of electronic student records, enrollment reports and other student reports as required.

Carry out logistics tasks including preparing requisitions for items that may be necessary for classrooms and the instructional process.

Market the JROTC program in the school and community in an effort to recruit and retain new students.

Assist in the development of the community relations’ plan using military expertise to expand the school’s outreach.

Counsel and mentor students on their military and academic performance as members of the Corps of Cadets. Assist interested students in applying for JROTC scholarships and completing service academy applications.

Participate in staff meetings, school committees, and student activities.

Interpret and/or implement school, program and military regulatory guidance.

Conduct risk assessment to mitigate the possibility of an accident for all activities; observe and enforce Army and school safety guidelines.

Participate in instructor conferences and other professional development opportunities offered by the school district. Meet or exceed continuing education requirements of the state, school district and the specific military branch.

Plan and coordinate cadet attendance for the annual JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge; Conduct training and other activities as prescribed by the camp commander.

Facilitate and participate in JROTC marching.

Organize, coordinate, and direct JROTC activities in the school, including adventure training, drill and academic competitions, service learning projects, awards ceremonies, military balls, and other activities.

Perform other duties as assigned.

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Military Instructor must possess the following qualifications:

Education Required:

High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university (Must be acquired within five years of hire)

JROTC Certification required

Experience Required:

Military Retiree

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent instructional ability including the ability to challenge, motivate and positively influence students

Maintain ability to exhibit equitable judgment and behavior, and a positive, supportive outlook toward cadets and programs

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to lift and move boxes of curricular material and other equipment

Ability to conduct full days of training

Ability to work in a team setting with multiple contributors on projects

Ability to multitask

Knowledge of general office machines and telephone systems

Exhibit and maintain good moral character

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