MCJROTC - Marine Instructor

COMPTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominguez High School, part of Compton Unified School District, is seeking a Marine Instructor to support the MCJROTC program. The MI will assist the SMI in instruction and help coordinate cadet activities that promote leadership and discipline.

This full-time, in-person position requires MCJROTC instructor certification, a high school diploma, and an Associate's degree within five years (Bachelor's preferred); some evenings and weekend activities may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be a High School graduate; must obtain an Associate's degree within five years (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Must be certified as a Marine Corps JROTC Instructor by the Marine Corps Training and Education Command.
• Must meet one of the Marine Corps service categories: I, II, III or IV.

Responsibilities

• Support MCJROTC program by providing classroom instruction and coordinating activities.
• Promote leadership, discipline, and academic achievement among cadets.
• Work full-time, in-person during the school day, with some evenings and weekend activities.

Skills

Leadership

Discipline

Academic achievement

Education

Associate's degree within five years

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Dominguez High School is seeking a dedicated Marine Instructor (MI) to support the Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (MCJROTC) program. The MI will assist the Senior Marine Instructor (SMI) in managing and executing the MCJROTC program, providing classroom instruction, and supporting co-curricular activities that promote leadership, discipline, and academic achievement in accordance with U.S. Marine Corps and district policies.

Qualifications

• Must be a High School graduate; must obtain an Associate's degree within five years (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Must be certified as a Marine Corps JROTC Instructor by the Marine Corps Training and Education Command.
• Must meet one of the following Marine Corps service categories:
• Category I - Non-commissioned Officers (E-5 through E-9) with 18 or more years of active duty service.
• Category II - Reserve Non-commissioned Officers with 20 years of honorable service.
• Category III - Non-commissioned Officers with 8 or more years of active duty service, separated no more than 5 years from active duty.
• Category IV - Active Reserve Non-commissioned Additional Information: This is a full-time, in-person position requiring regular attendance during the school day, as well as occasional evening and weekend activities. Instructors must complete all required certifications and training as outlined by the Marine Corps JROTC program.

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Compton Unified School District

Application Deadline

8/31/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted

6/17/2026

Contact

Carmen Ochoa

310-639-4321 55048

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$49.10 - $63.59 Per Hour

Add'l Salary Info

Estimated Salary Pending Board Approval.

Length of Work Year

184 Work Days

Employment Type

Full Time