Army JROTC Senior Instructor

Cumberland High School; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Virginia seeks an experienced Army JROTC Senior Instructor to manage the JROTC program for high school students. The role includes ensuring program goals, teaching leadership education, supervising Cadet activities, and participating in community events. Candidates must have extensive military experience and a college degree. This is a full-time position with a focus on instilling citizenship and personal responsibility through education.

Qualifications

• Be retired as a Non-commissioned Officer with at least 20 years of active duty.
• Must meet Army/AJROTC height/weight/body fat standards.
• Have experience in supply, administration, and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Army JROTC program for students in grades 9 through 12.
• Assist with teaching JROTC curriculum and leadership education.
• Supervise Cadet activities and participate in extracurricular assignments.

Skills

Military bearing

Leadership skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Technical Professional License

Job description

(VA) Cumberland County School District Cumberland High School – Cumberland, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Army JROTC Senior Instructor

Job ID: 5400616

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Dec 17, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Details

Position Type: Full-Time

Contract Status: 10-month teacher contract

Salary: Compensation according to teacher pay scale based on experience

Job Description

Qualifications:

• 1. Be retired as a Non-commissioned Officer (NCO) with at least 20 years of active duty.
• 2. Be retired less than 3 years.
• 3. Must meet Army/AJROTC height/weight/body fat standards (30% for males/36% for females).
• 4. Must possess high standards of military bearing, appearance, and moral character.
• 5. Have college degree from an accredited institution (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• 6. Hold appropriate certification, such as Technical Professional License with endorsement in JROTC and JROTC Instructor Certification.
• 7. Preferred—Have experience in supply, administration, drill experience; teaching experience; and experience working with youth groups.
• 8. Be approved by the U.S. Army Cadet Command.

Reports to: Principal or Designee/Army Senior Instructor

Job Description: The Army JROTC Senior Instructor will manage the entire Army JROTC program, which is designed to instill the values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility through education and mentoring in students in grades 9 through 12.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assist the Army Senior Instructor with the JROTC program to ensure that the program meets all goals and objectives.
• Assist with teaching JROTC curriculum, particularly with the Leadership Education portion of the program including drill and ceremonies, principles of leadership and management, and communication skills.
• Assist in the classroom by giving and grading tests, giving career and performance counseling, and supervising Cadet activities.
• Participate in extracurricular assignments and duties as other teachers, such as homeroom, hall monitor, lunch duty, etc.
• Serve as Military Property Specialist and be responsible for uniforms and equipment as well as other administrative matters.
• Be involved in community relations.
• Serve as a liaison with other Army and civilian agencies and community groups.
• Assist with extensive extracurricular programs, such as a military ball, co-curricular competition, Cadet newspaper, drill team, honor guard, parades, flag raising/retreat ceremonies, presentation of awards, fund raising activities for the unit or charitable institutions, and rocket club.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated according to division guidelines.

Cumberland County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, affiliation to organizations such as the Boy Scouts, or national origin.