JROTC Army Instructor Senior

Hamilton County Schools; Soddy (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools is seeking a JROTC Instructor to join Soddy Daisy High School. The role involves instructing cadets, maintaining performance records, and ensuring safety in training activities. Ideal candidates will have federal certification and a strong background in military training, fostering student development through structured programs.

Qualifications

• Federal Certification as a Junior ROTC Instructor required.
• Retired from the U.S. Army as Sergeant First Class (E-7) or higher.
• Other qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Instruct JROTC cadets according to training schedules.
• Maintain knowledge of JROTC activities and classroom technology.
• Ensure qualification in adventure training activities.

Skills

Communication

Planning

Organizational

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Time Management

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Job description

Overview

Soddy Daisy High School is a 9-12 school located in Soddy Daisy, TN, just north of the Chattanooga area. We are a community school supported by local businesses, families, and both former and current students. Our programs include a wide variety of sports, band, Army ROTC, and college-level classes across all content areas.

At SDHS, we offer two Future Ready Institutes connecting students to the Chattanooga community and area businesses: the Institute of Media and Entrepreneurship and the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Technology Academy. This environment encourages professional growth among teachers through collaboration, fostering a culture of development that benefits all stakeholders.

Interested in joining our team? We seek teachers who are team players, supportive of our school's mission, energetic, and committed to continuous improvement.

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN, strives for all students to thrive and experience a limitless future. We are dedicated to excellence and seek outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees eager to make a difference. With nearly 75 schools, find your place with us at careers.hcde.org and learn about our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030.

Our goal is to support the maximization of every enrolled JROTC cadet’s potential.

Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this position. Omissions do not exclude similar or related work. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Instruct JROTC cadets at the assigned high school in accordance with weekly training schedules and military department procedures. Report directly to the JROTC Department Head.
• Maintain knowledge of academic and integrated-curricular activities within the JROTC program, including reviewing, studying, and understanding the Program of Instruction (POI), and remaining proficient in classroom technology.
• Ensure qualification in adventure training activities, coaching teams such as color guard, drill team, rifle team, or adventure team, using personal experience and military manuals.
• Stay current with military doctrine and operational procedures by reading professional publications.
• Demonstrate professional standards including appearance, bearing, and motivation to positively influence students and represent the program well.
• Deliver academic instruction aligned with lesson plans, administer and analyze tests, and maintain student performance records.
• Conduct all adventure training activities safely, following risk assessments and safety protocols.
• Perform duties related to color guard, drill team, rifle team, or adventure team coaching as directed.
• Complete administrative duties, including property management, communication with parents, and participation in fundraising efforts.
• Report absences promptly and communicate effectively with the Senior JROTC Instructor.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Education, and Experience:

1. Federal Certification as a Junior ROTC Instructor.
2. Associate’s degree or higher, discipline unspecified.
3. Retired from the U.S. Army as Sergeant First Class (E-7) or higher.
4. Other qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills.

This position may be eligible for additional compensation under the Differentiated Compensation Plan. More details are available at https://www.hcde.org/staff/human_resources/differentiated_compensation.