Job Opportunity: Instructor: JROTC (2 positions) - Adrian High School (Beginning 2026-2027 School Year)

In addition to completing online application, interested candidates should submit with the application:

1. A resume detailing military and teaching experience.
2. A cover letter explaining interest in the position.
3. Copies of military discharge documents (DD-214) and relevant certifications.

SALARY
Based on Experience

SUMMARY
This position is responsible for providing high-quality leadership education and training to students, fostering citizenship, teamwork, and discipline.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Instructor reports to the Principal and Assistant Principal.

REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Army JROTC Instructors manage the educational, administrative, and operational aspects of the unit and implement policies and procedures administered by the school and the U.S. Army. The SAI is the department head and chief instructor of the JROTC unit. The senior instructor will work in coordination with school officials to establish procedures relating to the administration, control, and training of JROTC Cadets.

1. Must have regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
2. Develop and deliver the JROTC curriculum in alignment with [Branch] JROTC program guidelines.
3. Teach leadership, citizenship, military history, physical fitness, and character development courses.
4. Lead and supervise cadets in drills, ceremonies, and extracurricular activities such as color guard, marksmanship, and competitions.
5. Mentor students to develop their leadership potential and encourage participation in JROTC events and activities.
6. Maintain student records, grades, and attendance in compliance with school and military requirements.
7. Plan and oversee JROTC events, field trips, and community service projects.
8. Ensure adherence to school and military policies regarding JROTC operations.
9. Manage JROTC equipment, uniforms, and supply inventories.
10. To promote the program, foster relationships with school administration, parents, and community organizations.
11. Ensures a cross-section membership on the Advisory Committee; implements curriculum development and equipment selection through the Advisory Committee structure and established curriculum standards
12. Maintains regular contact with the Work Based Learning Coordinators about specific job requests as well as the general employability of students
13. Participates in Program Annual Review related to program and quality improvement and procedures (We call this the PAR report your instructor will complete as part of the renewal process.)
14. Participate collaboratively with peers and in cooperation with their administrators, in planning and evaluating the instructional program of the building to assure equitable learning opportunities and quality learning for all students.
15. Represent the Adrian Public Schools in an affirmative manner in the community.
16. Other responsibilities as may be assigned.

 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises classroom and students and volunteers.
 
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATES and/or EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelors degree.
2. Valid Michigan teaching certificate.
3. Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate for Secondary Level with applicable Vocational Authorization in the occupational area or eligible for Annual Career Authorization for up to 10 years.
4. Instructors must participate in and complete the 5-step instructor-training plan and professional development at the JROTC School of Cadet Command (JSOCC). Completing the 5-step instructor-training plan is required for initial certification and continued certification for JROTC Instructors. See the 5-step training plan below. 13 • JROTC Basic Certification: Phase 1 - Distance Learning Course (Completion within 6 months of hire) Phase 2 - Resident Course (Completion within 12 months of hire) • Continual Learning Education Course (Completion within 2 years of hire) • Brigade Training Workshop (Completion once every 3 years) • Resident Advanced Recertification Course (Completion every 5 years of hire).
5. Only Active Duty, Active Guard Reserve, and Army Reserve retirees can be instructors in Army JROTC units. USACC will determine the applicant’s eligibility, suitability, and qualifications through a satisfactory interview, physical examination, service record, application packet review, and other materials to serve as Army JROTC Instructors.
6. Retired or honorably discharged military officer (Commissioned or Non-Commissioned Officer) meeting JROTC instructor certification requirements.
7. Eligible for certification through Army JROTC headquarters.
8. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
9. Experience working with high school students or in an educational setting preferred.
10. Ability to pass a background check and meet school district hiring standards.

 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Previous experience as a JROTC instructor in a high school setting.
2. Experience coordinating JROTC extracurricular activities, such as drill competitions, summer camps, and leadership training.
3. Ability to inspire, mentor, and develop students into confident leaders.

 
BACKGROUND CHECKS:
All applicants are required to have a background check upon initial hire. USACC vets all instructors by DoDI 1402.05 (Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs) and Army Directive 2014-23 (Conduct of Screening and Background Checks For Individuals Who Have Regular Contact With Children in Army Programs) with a Child Care National Agency Check and Inquiries (CNACI) background investigation and periodic re-verification every 5 years. All JROTC Instructors must have a complete comprehensive CNACI investigation and be found suitable to remain a JROTC Instructor. Instructors who are found unsuitable are removed from the JROTC classroom.
 
Must also complete fingerprint requirements per Michigan Department of Education.
 
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff and the general public.
 
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
 
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
 
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.  Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication.  Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board of Education policies.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts.  The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus.  The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.  Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.
 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Adrian Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination in its policies, employment practices and programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, height, weight, marital or familial status, gender, disability, or national origin.