2026-2027 ROTC Instructor - Army

About the Role

This position is responsible for instructing secondary school students in the JROTC curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Delivers and assists with instructing cadets in the JROTC curriculum during the school year.
• Conducts training at JROTC and Aviation Academy summer camps.
• Develops short- and long-range plans for achieving curriculum goals, gathers appropriate materials, establishes clear objectives for lessons, and formulates appropriate lesson plans.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and the personal growth of students.
• Evaluates student progress and counsels cadets on their performance within the JROTC program.
• Motivates and encourages students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a foundation for becoming a responsible citizen.
• Monitors student movement to ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Organizes, supervises, and participates in extracurricular activities for JROTC cadets, including color guard, drill teams, and other special activities.
• Maintains JROTC student records as required by the Department of Army regulations and local policies.
• Complies with Army and school district safety guidelines when instructing, supervising, monitoring, and accompanying cadets.
• Maintains supply accountability in strict compliance with Army security regulations.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Requirements

• Must be a retired United States Army Non-Commissioned Officer.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must be eligible for a Virginia Teaching License and meet the minimum qualifications required by the Department of the Army.
• Must possess effective instructional delivery techniques, excellent communication skills, and the ability to motivate students to excel.
• Within the first year of employment, must obtain training (not a CDL) to operate a NNPS Activity Bus.