Job Overview:
The Teacher, JROTC Senior Army Instructor (SAI) is responsible for 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 Senior Army Instructor provides leadership and instruction that promotes citizenship, character development, leadership skills, personal responsibility, and academic achievement. The Senior Army Instructor supports the overall mission of the school by fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment and by encouraging student engagement, discipline, and respect. Duties will include evening or weekend hours for cocurricular activities, competitions, ceremonies, and community events.
Roles and Responsibilities:
The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ, and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate. Plan and deliver daily JROTC curriculum in leadership, citizenship, civics, first aid, physical fitness, and map reading/land navigation aligned with the Army JROTC Learning for Life curriculum Instruct student cadets in leadership development, citizenship, character education, teamwork, and personal responsibility Maintain compliance with all Department of Defense, service-specific JROTC regulations, and school division policies Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful classroom and training environment Supervise cadets during classroom instruction, physical training, drills, ceremonies, field trips, competitions, and other JROTC-related activities Manage JROTC program records, equipment, uniforms, inventories, and accountability requirements Evaluate student cadet performance and maintain accurate grading, attendance, and participation records in accordance with school procedures Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, teachers, and parents to support student success Promote and model high standards of conduct, appearance, and professionalism Organize and oversee extracurricular JROTC activities, including leadership teams, community service projects, and ceremonial events Participate in required professional development, inspections, and training as mandated by the sponsoring military branch Maintain Instructor certifications and background reverifications for state licensure requirements Support school and division initiatives, events, and activities as appropriate Perform additional duties as assigned by the school administration
Qualifications:
Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Education Commissioned Officer or Warrant Officer with a four-year degree Experience The JROTC Senior Army Instructor (SAI) 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 The position will require a successful completion of background checks as required by the school division, Virginia Department of Education, and U.S. Army Cadet Command
Licenses and Certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Successful instructor candidates must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with high school students, school administrators, faculty, parents, and community partners Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and mentoring skills are required Knowledge of adolescent development, classroom management, and instructional practices The instructor candidate must be able to model professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct consistent with both military and school division standards
Physical Requirements:
The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job: Work is performed in a classroom, gymnasium, outdoor training areas, and community settings. The position will require standing, walking, physical activity, and the ability to demonstrate drills and exercises. The instructor will be required to travel locally or regionally in support of Army JROTC activities.
Reports To:
Principal FLSA Status: Exempt Months, Days, Hours: 11 months, 223 days, 7 hours Salary Level: Licensed Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensation Remote Work Eligible: No Union Designation: Certified
