JROTC*

Miami-Dade County Public Schools; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), the nation’s third largest school system, is seeking a JROTC instructor for secondary schools. The role involves delivering instruction aligned with military program objectives and curriculum materials, with emphasis on discipline and student progress.

The position requires handling tests, reports to parents, maintaining cadet records and supplies, counseling students, and organizing booster activities, drills, and statewide competitions.

Qualifications

• Must have associate’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Instructs secondary students using lectures and demonstrations per JROTC curriculum.
• Assigns lessons; assesses student progress and reports results to parents.
• Prepares and administers tests to evaluate pupil progress and grades.
• Maintains cadet records, supplies, and uniforms as required.
• Counsels students on academic and behavioral progress.
• Organizes and participates in Booster Club activities and drills.
• Meets with parents to discuss pupil progress and participates in professional meetings.
• Plans a summer cadet program and coordinates statewide drill/ceremony events.

Job description

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JROTC*

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5478941
Application Deadline: Jan 01, 2027 5:00 AM (UTC)
Posted: Dec 19, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), an A-rated district, is the nation’s third largest school system with nearly 500 schools and a diverse enrollment of more than 335,500 students from over 160 countries. Our ongoing tradition of groundbreaking achievement has earned top recognition at the national and international levels and makes M-DCPS your best choice.

BASIC OBJECTIVES

This is a professional position responsible for providing JROTC instruction to secondary school students.

JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instructs students, using various teaching methods, including lectures and demonstrations, following military program of instructional objectives and curriculum materials.
• Assigns lessons; assesses student progress, including homework assignments; and hears presentations.
• Prepares and administers tests to evaluate pupil progress, records results, issues reports to inform parents of progress, and assigns final grades.
• Maintains attendance, grade promotion, cadet, and military supply records, as required by the school and the appropriate branch of the military service.
• Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise.
• Maintains discipline in the classroom.
• Organizes and participates in Booster Club activities.
• Meets with parents to discuss pupil's academic, social and behavioral progress.
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational JROTC conferences and inservice classes.
• Maintains an administrative file (cadet record) that includes personal data, awards, promotions, discipline records, as required by the appropriate branch of military service. Maintains supply organization for clothing, equipment, etc.
• Maintains cadet organization to include an awards assembly and a military ball.
• Plans a summer camp for cadets at various military installations.
• Organizes and trains cadets for statewide drill and/or rifle competitions and provides a physical fitness program for all cadets.
• Assists and motivates students in meeting criteria for Senior Reserve Officer Training CORPS (SROTC) scholarships to universities and military academies.
• Participates in local and statewide drill competitions and military ceremonies.
• Performs related work as required, or as assigned by the supervising administrator or his/her designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This is heavy work which requires the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The worker is exposed to heat, noise, vibrations, hazards and atmospheric conditions. All military JROTC personnel must meet military service physical fitness requirements and military appearance standards. The work is performed indoors and outdoors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS As specified in the State Statutes and military regulations including associate’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Prior revision date: 04/27/93

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Starting Teacher Salary: $53,159.00*

*(includes 6% Referendum Retirement Accruing Supplement of $3,009)

New hires may be eligible to receive credit for verified years of experience, which can enhance their starting salary.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > JROTC Instructor