ACE (Accelerating Campus Excellence) Junior Cadet Corps Instructor

Fort Worth ISD; United States; On-site; USD 88,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Worth ISD is seeking a Junior Cadet Corps Instructor responsible for leading ACE middle school cadets. This role focuses on program management, student development, and community involvement.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a Bachelor's degree, and military experience. The position offers a salary ranging from $88,000 to $100,000 and requires a valid Texas teacher certificate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Valid Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for grade level required.
• Twenty years' military service required for retired personnel.

Responsibilities

• Teaches, assesses, and evaluates student progress.
• Coordinates the CHiSL curriculum and oversees budget controls.
• Plans and supervises special events and extracurricular activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Safety procedures

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Standard military instructional equipment

Database software

Job description

ACE (Accelerating Campus Excellence) Junior Cadet Corps Instructor

Reports to: Director II - JROTC
PC#: 14079,14297,15615,15867,18701
Duty Days: 212
Salary: $88,000 - $100,000

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Purpose

Junior Cadet Corps (JCC) Instructor serves as an instructional leader for ACE middle school cadets and is responsible for the comprehensive management, execution, and continuous improvement of the middle school Junior Cadet Corps (JCC) program in alignment with national, state, and district standards. The role provides rigor, leadership, and community stewardship to assigned cadets while advancing their academic achievement, social development, patriotic awareness, character formation, leadership capacity, and physical growth.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Teaches, assesses, evaluates, and documents student progress using formal and informal methods; identifies instructional materials and strategies to meet student needs.
• Implements and coordinates the Character, Health, Interactive Technology, Service, Leadership (CHiSL) curriculum, including lesson plans, extracurricular activities, and cross-curricular objectives.
• Develops thematic units and projects that encourage extended interaction and creativity.
• Manages program property and oversees budget controls.
• Encourages parental involvement and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Submits required JROTC Department reports according to established timelines and procedures.
• Administers, advises, and evaluates extracurricular teams such as drill and color guard.
• Selects, trains, and oversees cadets in key leadership roles (e.g., Commander of Cadets).
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises special events, including the annual drill meets and the Final Review awards ceremony.
• Maintains communication and collaboration with school faculty and staff to promote cadet involvement, recruitment, and retention.
• Compiles, analyzes, and reports cadet achievement data for departmental use.
• Counsels, mentors, and tutors cadets as needed.

Safety

• Follows established safety procedures and techniques.
• Corrects unsafe conditions when possible and promptly reports hazards that cannot be immediately resolved.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Personal Work Relationships

• Maintains a commitment to the district's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Demonstrates professionalism, high standards of conduct, and a strong work ethic.
• Provides high-quality customer service and builds positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Exhibits cultural competence; demonstrates respect, teamwork, and appropriate responses in challenging situations.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs all job related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation, staff supervision, strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods, educational pedagogy, and differentiated instruction.
• Knowledge of data systems, data analysis, and action plan development.
• Knowledge of literacy instruction.
• Knowledge of military personal fitness standards and grooming standards (e.g., Army Regulation 670-1).
• Skill in evaluating performance and implementing improvements.
• Skill in organizational development, communication, and interpersonal relations.
• Ability to establish program goals aligned to strategic plans and implement instructional program initiatives.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and creativity in decision-making.
• Ability to work occasional extended hours, including periods of up to 18 hours of sleep deprivation during outdoor adventure, service learning, and leadership activities.
• Proficiency in software used to access databases, create/edit documents, and manage email.
• Ability to communicate effectively - both orally and in writing with students, parents, staff, and the community in a diverse environment.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation and pursue professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard instructional equipment; standard military instructional equipment related to drills, exercises, and armory.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; frequent walking and extensive marching; frequent leading of fitness training, walking, running, and jumping.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions; works prolonged or irregular hours; occasionally experiences up to 18 hours of sleep deprivation involving driving and supervision of students for outdoor adventure, service learning, and leadership and character development.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required;
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university preferred;
  • Completed Military Education for Grade.
• Certification/License:
  • Valid Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate for grade level and/or subject area required;
  • Valid Texas Driver's License;
  • Insurable by the District's insurance carrier.
• Experience:
  • Retired Army, Navy, Marine, or Air force (Commissioned or Non-Commissioned Officer) with a minimum of 20 years' military service;
  • Noncommissioned Officer (E6-E9), Army Warrant/Commissioned Officer [Chief Warrant Officer Two (CW2), or Major (MAJ) O-4 up through Colonel (COL) O-6] with a minimum of 10 years military service (preferred).
  • Troop level experience (company level, Battalion, Brigade);
  • Executive Staff experience.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and automation technology skills.

INSURABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL DRIVERS

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have no positive drug or alcohol tests, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, or reasonable suspicion testing.
• Must maintain a valid Texas Department of Public Safety Driver Record (Type 3A – Certified), reflecting all crashes and violations.
• Must have no more than two violations within the previous 36 months, which may include:
• Moving traffic violations (no more than one preventable accident).
• Failure to provide proof of a valid driver's license or proof of insurance.
• Equipment violations.
• Must have no DUI (drug or alcohol).
• Must have no incidents involving leaving the scene of an accident (bodily injury or property damage).
• Must have no convictions for vehicular assault, manslaughter, or homicide.
• Must not operate a vehicle with a suspended or revoked license.
• Must have no convictions for reckless driving, speed contests, drag racing, or highway racing.
• Must have no use of a vehicle in the commission of a felony.
• Must have no unauthorized use of a vehicle, including operating a vehicle without the owner's permission.
• Must not permit an unlicensed driver to operate a vehicle.
• Must have no speeding violations exceeding 20 mph over the posted limit.
• Must have no disqualifying history of convictions in either commercial or personal motor vehicles.
• Additional restrictions may apply as required by FWISD's fleet insurance carrier.

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.