JROTC Department Chair & Senior Army Instructor

Platte County School District; Platte City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance paid for employees

Board-paid life insurance

District Wellness Center

Defined Benefit Plan - PSRS or PEERS

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Annual Leave Days

Life, vision, and dental insurance

Health Savings Account and Cafeteria

Tax-deferred employee plans

Sick leave pool

Excellent working environment

Job summary

Platte County School District seeks a Senior Army Instructor (SAI) to lead the JROTC program at Northland Career Center, guiding cadets and shaping leadership experiences. The SAI serves as department chair and chief instructor, reporting to district leadership and Cadet Command coordinators.

This role requires a veteran Army background and strong classroom or mentoring skills. The position begins in 2027-28 at the new Northland Workforce Development Center.

Qualifications

• This position requires a BA/BS degree and Cadet Command certification.
• Minimum of 8 years in the Army with officer ranks CPT/O-3 through COL/O-6.
• Senior Army Instructor is the department chairperson and chief instructor of the JROTC unit.

Skills

JROTC leadership

Army experience

Officer rank experience

Education

BA/BS degree

Cadet Command certification

Job description

Platte County School District seeks a Senior Army Instructor (SAI) to lead the JROTC program at Northland Career Center, guiding cadets and shaping leadership experiences. The SAI serves as department chair and chief instructor, reporting to district leadership and Cadet Command coordinators.

This role requires a veteran Army background and strong classroom or mentoring skills. The position begins in 2027-28 at the new Northland Workforce Development Center.