Senior Army Instructor (Officer - MAJ / COL) for High School JROTC Program

Reports to the school principal with additional direction from the Senior Army Instructor (SAI) to facilitate, manage, and administer the JROTC Program. Sets a professional example in behavior and appearance for cadets, colleagues, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and support JROTC cadets in military and academic subjects, employing new and alternative instructional techniques.
• Conduct JROTC curriculum training in accordance with applicable law, Army, and Cadet Command regulations.
• Prepare and adhere to a weekly training schedule, including daily class topics, military events, team practices, meetings, and uniform requirements.
• Manage the merit/demerit system for assigned classes.
• Perform administrative tasks, including maintenance of electronic student records, enrollment reports, and other required documentation.
• Act as military property specialist, ensuring property accountability and supply management.
• Handle logistics, including preparing requisitions for cadet, classroom, and instructional needs.
• Market the JROTC program within the school and community to recruit and retain students.
• Assist in developing the community relations plan and expanding the school’s outreach using military expertise.
• Counsel and mentor cadets on military and academic performance, assisting with JROTC scholarships and service academy applications.
• Participate in staff meetings, school committees, and student activities.
• Interpret and implement school, program, and military regulatory guidance.
• Conduct risk assessments and enforce Army and school safety guidelines for all activities.
• Attend instructor conferences and professional development opportunities offered by the school district, 2nd Brigade, and US Army Cadet Command (USACC).
• Meet continuing education requirements of the state, school district, and military branch.
• Plan and coordinate cadet attendance for the annual JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge, including prescribed training and activities.
• Facilitate and participate in JROTC marching and related activities.
• Organize, coordinate, and direct JROTC activities such as adventure training, marksmanship, archery, robotics labs, drill and academic competitions, service learning projects, awards ceremonies, and military balls.
• Maintain personal height and weight standards and uniforms at own expense.
• Maintain appearance in accordance with Military Standards for active-duty soldiers, per USACC Policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the SAI, USACC, 2nd Brigade, school, or school district.

Requirements

• NJ Teacher’s Certificate in Military Science.
• Full JROTC Certification, including completed CNACI.
• Military retiree status.

Skills

• Excellent instructional ability, including motivating and positively influencing students.
• Equitable judgment, behavior, and a supportive outlook toward cadets and programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Classroom applications.
• Ability to lift and move boxes of curricular material and equipment.
• Ability to work extended hours, including weekends and after-school sessions until 5:00 PM, averaging 3 days per week.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting with multiple contributors.
• Strong multitasking skills.
• Knowledge of general office machines and telephone systems.
• Expertise in Primary Marksmanship Instruction.
• Excellent knowledge of Military Drill and Ceremonies.
• Strong understanding of Military Leadership principles.
• Knowledge of property accountability and supply management.
• Exhibit and maintain good moral character.

Benefits

Salary and benefits according to the LEA contract agreement.