JROTC INSTRUCTOR - AIR FORCE

Columbus City Schools - Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus City Schools - Ohio seeks an Air Force Junior ROTC Instructor to prepare and teach academic classes, lead extracurricular activities, and conduct off-campus events. The ideal candidate should exhibit organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with a passion for education. Compliance with Air Force and state certification requirements is essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape future leaders in a supportive educational environment, contributing to the community and students' success.

Qualifications

• Meet Air Force Requirements as detailed on the official site.
• Comply with state requirements for Temporary Military Science License.

Responsibilities

• Conduct academic classes for diverse groups of students.
• Lead before and/or after-school activities and events.
• Coordinate off-campus events and field trips.
• Exemplify a positive image of the Air Force.
• Complete additional certification and continuing education requirements.
• Incorporate approved interactive learning tools into teaching.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patience

Team-building skills

Physical stamina

Education

Air Force Junior ROTC instructor certification

Temporary Military Science License

Tools

Desktop PC

Laptop

Scanner

Software

Job description

About Us

At Columbus City Schools, we strive to make sure each student is highly-educated, prepared for leadership and service, and empowered for success as a citizen in a global community.

Essential Duties

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Complete all mandatory Air Force Junior ROTC instructor training.

Job Qualifications

Meet Air Force Requirements: https://www.afaccessionscenter.af.mil/Holm-Center/AFJROTC/Article-Display/Article/4011152/prospective-instructors/

Meet Requirements for Temporary Military Science License: https://sboe.ohio.gov/educator-licensure/apply-for-a-new-license/temporary-military-science-licenses

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Implements programs of study
• Fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning
• Utilizes instructional management systems models that increase student learning
• Monitors student progress toward mastery of instructional goals and objectives
• Communicates effectively within the educational community and with parents on a regular basis
• Meets professional responsibilities
• Ability to offer industry credential certification for in-demand careers

Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment

• Tools/Equipment Use: Desktop PC with keyboard and mouse, laptop, scanner, calculator, software, desk, and adjustable chair.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying (less than 10 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular hours and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Columbus City Schools (CCS) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, ancestry, familial status, military status or disability.