JROTC Army Instructor

FLSA Status: Exempt | Grade: JROTC salary schedule | Revision Date: July 9, 2026 | Location: Jamestown High School

About the Role

The JROTC Army Instructor (AI) is a Warrant Officer or Non-commissioned Officer who assists the Senior Army Instructor (SAI) in planning, delivering, and managing the high school's JROTC program in accordance with U.S. Department of Defense regulations, service-specific JROTC directives, school board policies, and district procedures. The Army instructor provides leadership and instruction that promotes citizenship, character development, leadership skills, personal responsibility, and academic achievement. The JROTC Army Instructor supports the overall mission of the school by fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment and by encouraging student engagement, discipline, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Delivers JROTC classroom instruction as outlined in the Army JROTC Program of Instruction.
• Assists the SAI in planning, sequencing, and updating lesson plans and unit assessments.
• Maintains an orderly, disciplined, and respectful classroom environment consistent with Army values and school policy.
• Evaluates cadet performance through written assessments, practical exercises, and observable leadership demonstrations.
• Mentors and coaches cadets in developing personal leadership skills, accountability, and team cohesion.
• Supports the Cadet Chain of Command in planning and executing battalion events, ceremonies, and training activities.
• Facilitates physical training (PT) activities in accordance with school wellness and safety guidelines.
• Guides cadets in setting academic, personal fitness, and career/postsecondary goals.
• Assists the SAI in managing JROTC uniforms, equipment, and government property in accordance with Army regulations and school division policy.
• Maintains accurate cadet records, enrollment data, and program documentation required by U.S. Army Cadet Command and the school division.
• Supports the preparation of required program reports and unit self-assessments.
• Assists with program inspections, evaluations, and accreditation processes conducted by U.S. Army Cadet Command.
• Supports and supervises Army JROTC co-curricular activities.
• Accompanies and supervises cadets during field trips, competitions, and off-campus JROTC events.
• Represents the JROTC program at school events, family nights, and community functions.
• Collaborates with school counselors, teachers, and administrators to support cadets' academic success.
• Participates in required professional development, inspections, and training as mandated by the Army and school division.
• Maintains Instructor certifications and background reverifications for state licensure requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• The JROTC Army Instructor must meet all eligibility requirements established by the United States Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC).
• All candidates must have a Pre-qualification Memo OR Tier1/CNACI Qualification Memo from U.S. Army Cadet Command. Must maintain a current certification throughout employment.
• Successful completion of background checks as required by the school division, Virginia, and U.S. Army Cadet Command.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students, school administrators, faculty, parents, and community partners.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Knowledge of adolescent development, classroom management, and instructional practices is preferred.
• Ability to model professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct consistent with both military and school division standards.
• Must be a Warrant Officer OR Noncommissioned Officer with a two-year degree OR high school diploma with credit hours from an accredited college (must obtain a degree within 5 years of hire).

Visit the Army JROTC website for additional information about eligibility.

Supervision

Exercised: Supervises JROTC students.

Received: Works under the general supervision of the Senior Army Instructor and School Principal or designee and receives programmatic guidance from the Senior Army Instructor and appropriate U.S. Army Cadet Command JROTC headquarters.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Requires standing, walking, physical activity, and the ability to demonstrate drills and exercises.
• Must meet the military branch's physical requirements of the JROTC instructor.
• Duties include evening or weekend hours for co-curricular activities, competitions, ceremonies, and community events.
• Travel locally or regionally in support of Army JROTC activities.
• Work is conducted in accordance with school division calendars and program schedules.

Schedule

Contract Length: 223 Days