Air Force JROTC Instructor

Young World Physical Education; Marion (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Air Force JROTC Instructor for full-time position in Marion, Arkansas. Responsibilities include teaching aerospace science, leading extracurricular programs, and promoting a positive image of the Air Force.

The ideal candidate must exemplify professionalism, conduct engaging academic classes, and successfully lead community service events. Certification and a valid work visa are required. Join a highly regarded program and make a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Professional conduct as an educator.
• Ability to conduct academic classes and lead extracurricular activities.
• Must possess a valid citizenship, residency, or work visa.

Responsibilities

• Teach Air Force Junior ROTC aerospace science and leadership curriculum.
• Lead before and after-school activities.
• Conduct off-campus events and field trips.
• Exemplify a positive image of the Air Force.
• Complete Air Force Junior ROTC instructor training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team-building skills

Patience

Education

Teacher certification

Job description

Air Force JROTC Instructor

Marion School District Marion High School - Marion, Arkansas

Job Details

Job ID: 5814125

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Potential Instructors need to apply with Air Force through this link prior to being hired by Marion School District: https://www.afaccessionscenter.af.mil/Holm-Center/AFJROTC/Article-Display/Article/4011152/prospective-instructors/

Air Force Junior ROTC is a full program and is not always limited to the “regular” school day, or in the classroom setting. Air Force Junior ROTC instructors often supervise Leadership Development Requirements (LDRs) after regular school hours. LDRs are experiential learning activities like drill teams, academic bowl teams, marksmanship teams, etc. A robust and highly successful AFJROTC program will have several active LDRs throughout the year.

Responsibilities of All Instructors. Instructors will exhibit only the highest levels of personal and professional conduct while serving as an Air Force Junior ROTC instructor. The proverbial "glass house" analogy applies here. Instructors perform duties, accept responsibilities, and meet standards as prescribed by applicable Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force and Air Force Junior ROTC instructions. Instructors supervise cadets participating in official AFJROTC unit events, AFJROTC community service events, and other unit activities (e.g. drill competitions, curriculum-in-action trips, base visits, etc.) that enhance or supplement the program. Instructors must ensure the entire AFJROTC environment under their purview is known as a safe zone, free from unwanted and/or inappropriate touching, sexual harassment, sexual assault, inappropriate comments, or jokes, racial or gender bias, bullying, degradation, intimidation, and physical discipline or hazing. Instructors must ensure these unwelcome behaviors (or the perception of these behaviors) are not associated with the AFJROTC program.

Air Force Junior ROTC instructors are deeply involved in their communities. They teach Air Force Junior ROTC aerospace science and leadership education curricula. They also serve as liaisons between the Air Force and civilian agencies in the aerospace field and perform career and performance counseling for AFJROTC cadets.

Instructors devote themselves to cadets in the classroom and during LDR activities. Their hard work and devotion have resulted in an Air Force Junior ROTC program that’s highly acclaimed at the local and national level.

Essential Functions of All Air Force Junior ROTC Instructors. To successfully serve as an AFJROTC Instructor, an applicant must be able to:

1) Conduct Academic Classes. An Air Force Junior ROTC Instructor is expected to prepare for and teach periods of instruction of 45 to 90 minutes each, for as many as 4 to 6 periods per day, depending on a particular school’s schedule. Each class period may contain 30 students (possibly more in unusual circumstances) holding a range of ages and maturity levels and coming from different socioeconomic backgrounds. Teaching academic classes involves significant organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, as well as a high degree of patience.

2) Lead Before and/or After‑School Activities. An Air Force Junior ROTC Instructor is expected to coordinate and lead a variety of school activities, possibly held before or after each school day, both indoors and outdoors. These activities may include physical training events, academic clubs, rocketry teams, marksmanship teams, along with performing drill instruction and demonstrating drill sequences. Leading extracurricular activities involves significant organizational skills, strong team‑building skills, and physical stamina.

3) Lead Off‑Campus Events. An Air Force Junior ROTC instructor is expected to lead field trips to historical sites, visits to local government agencies and military installations, and to march in parades with their cadets. Leading off campus events involves significant organizational skills, physical stamina, and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

4) Be an Ambassador of the Air Force. An Air Force Junior ROTC instructor is expected to always exemplify a positive image of the Air Force by conducting themselves in a highly professional manner in both their words and their actions. Additionally, an Air Force Junior ROTC instructor is expected to maintain a professional military appearance in uniform.

5) Complete any additional state and/or local school district mandated teacher certification or continuing education requirements. Any additional certification requirements above the basic Air Force Junior ROTC instructor certification must be accomplished at no expense to the Air Force.

6) Successfully incorporate Air Force Junior ROTC‑approved interactive learning software/hardware with classroom instruction, and have a competent knowledge of curriculum planning, Air Force educational programs, drill and ceremonies, and educational administration, including tests and measurements. Academic, administrative, logistical, financial support tasks, and after‑school activities will be equally shared by all instructors as regular duties.

7) Complete all mandatory Air Force Junior ROTC instructor training.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Russell , Assoc Director of Human Resources
• 200 Manor Street
• Marion, Arkansas 72364
• Phone: 870‑739‑5100
• Email: [e-mail]