AFJROTC Instructor

Broken Arrow Public Schools; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Broken Arrow Public Schools seeks an AFJROTC instructor to provide leadership and classroom instruction in Aerospace Science and Leadership Education. The role delivers curriculum per AFJROTC standards and promotes academic achievement, citizenship, and community service within the program.

You will oversee all AFJROTC program aspects, coordinate LDRs and extracurriculars, and manage equipment, funds, and records while collaborating with school staff, military partners, and families to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• Must be approved by AFJROTC Instructor Management Division prior to employment.
• Must meet all Oklahoma DOE certification requirements for employment in Oklahoma schools.
• Must meet all Air Force JROTC eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction in Aerospace Science and Leadership Education curriculum per AFJROTC program requirements.
• Lead and manage all aspects of the AFJROTC program in compliance with Air Force and district policies.
• Coordinate Leadership Development Requirements (LDRs) and extracurricular activities (Color Guard, Drill Team, etc.).
• Organize and supervise field trips, competitions, military visits, STEM experiences, and community service activities.
• Maintain accountability, security, and inventory of Air Force-issued equipment, uniforms, and property.
• Manage Air Force-allocated program funds in accordance with regulations.
• Serve as department head for the AFJROTC program.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain students while fostering leadership, citizenship, teamwork, and personal responsibility.
• Maintain program records, inspections, and documentation as required by Air Force regulations.
• Coordinate with administration, counselors, faculty, parents, military representatives, and community organizations.
• Represent the Air Force and Broken Arrow Public Schools with professionalism.
• Participate in required professional development and maintain instructor certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or district administration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Aerospace science

Military leadership

Citizenship education

Leadership development

Instruction

Mentoring

Tech proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Instruction/Student Services

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time, Teacher Contract (Extended duties required)

SALARY: Minimum Instructor Pay (MIP) as established by federal lawand Air Force JROTC regulations.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution required.

Certification

• Approved by Headquarters Air Force Junior ROTC Instructor Management Division prior to employment.
• Must successfully complete the Air Force Junior ROTC Instructor Certification Course (JICC) upon hire.
• Must meet all certification requirements established by the Oklahoma State Department of Education for employment in Oklahoma schools.
• Must meet all Air Force JROTC eligibility requirements.

Experience

• Permanently retired Air Force Officer (Major through Colonel) meeting Air Force JROTC eligibility requirements.
• Military leadership experience required.
• Experience working with youth, teaching, mentoring, or training preferred.

Skills

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Knowledge of aerospace science, military leadership, citizenship education, and leadership development. Ability to instruct, mentor, and motivate high school students. Proficiency with instructional technology. Ability to supervise extracurricular activities and manage program resources.

SUMMARY

Provides leadership and instruction for the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program. Delivers curriculum in aerospace science, leadership education, citizenship, and character development while promoting academic achievement, responsible citizenship, leadership, and community service. Oversees all aspects of the AFJROTC program in accordance with Air Force and Broken Arrow Public Schools requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

These statements are intended to describe the responsibilities assigned to the position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

• Plan and deliver instruction in Aerospace Science and Leadership Education curriculum in accordance with Air Force Junior ROTC program requirements.
• Lead and manage all aspects of the AFJROTC program in compliance with Air Force and district policies.
• Supervise and coordinate Leadership Development Requirements (LDRs), including extracurricular activities such as Color Guard, Drill Team, Marksmanship Team, Academic Bowl, Rocketry, and other approved student organizations.
• Organize and supervise field trips, competitions, military visits, STEM experiences, and community service activities.
• Maintain accountability, security, and inventory of all Air Force-issued equipment, uniforms, and property.
• Manage Air Force-allocated program funds in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Serve as department head for the AFJROTC program.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain students while fostering leadership, citizenship, teamwork, and personal responsibility.
• Maintain program records, reports, inspections, and documentation as required by Air Force regulations.
• Coordinate with school administration, counselors, faculty, parents, military representatives, and community organizations to support student success.
• Represent the Air Force and Broken Arrow Public Schools with professionalism while maintaining military appearance and standards.
• Participate in required professional development and maintain instructor certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or district administration.

ESSENTIAL BEHAVIOR

Ability to use sound judgment in any situation. Ability to model military professionalism, integrity, leadership, and ethical behavior. Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, military personnel, and community partners. Ability to communicate effectively, manage multiple responsibilities, and maintain confidentiality. Ability to serve as a positive role model while fostering student growth and achievement.

ATTENDANCE STATEMENT

Able to be in attendance for assigned responsibilities with 95% attendance. Position requires flexibility to supervise before-school, after-school, evening, weekend, and off-campus activities as required by the AFJROTC program.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Primarily inside working conditions with regular exposure to outdoor environments during drill practice, ceremonies, field trips, community events, and other leadership development activities. Travel may be required.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform