Senior Army JROTC Instructor

SAU 60; Charlestown (NH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fall Mountain Regional School District is seeking a JROTC Army Instructor to teach cadets in grades 9–12 and lead military science activities at the high school. The role requires a retired Army background, a valid Junior ROTC Instructor Certificate, and ability to deliver engaging lessons using diverse instructional methods.

The position is school-year based with potential for summer camp involvement. Collaboration with school staff, adherence to Army and district policies, and strong

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be retired United States Army personnel with Junior ROTC Instructor Certificate.
• Must meet the minimum qualifications required by the Department of the Army and have earned a Cadet Command JROTC Instructor Certificate.
• Must possess effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with youth preferred; strong relationships with students are essential.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with proficiency in educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Instructs the JROTC curriculum for grades 9–12.
• Conducts training at JROTC and summer camps.
• Develops short and long-range lesson plans with clear objectives.
• Maintains JROTC student records per Army regulations and local policies.
• Coordinates with general education staff and counselors to maximize program effectiveness.
• Maintains a safe classroom environment and models nondiscriminatory practices.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Communication skills

Youth motivation

Leadership

Educational technology

Education

High school diploma

Junior ROTC Instructor Certificate

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Fall Mountain Regional School District

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ JROTC Instructor
• Date Posted: 7/15/2026
• Location: Fall Mountain Regional High School
• Date Available: Fall 2026

*** Please include a copy of cadet command certification when applying***

FALL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Title: JROTC Army Instructor (AI)
Job Classification: Exempt
Terms of Employment: School Year (plus one week of summer camp)

Qualifications

• Must be retired United States Army personnel
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must meet the minimum qualifications required by the Department of the Army and have earned a Junior ROTC Instructor Certificate from Cadet Command.
• Must possess effective instructional delivery techniques, excellent communication skills, motivate students to excel
• Experience working with youth preferred
• Proven ability to maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to communicate clearly & effectively, both orally & in writing
• Must have excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with educational technology

Reports to: Principal
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Teacher Evaluation Model and the Fall Mountain Personnel Policy and Procedures manual
Job Goal: Position is responsible for instructing secondary school students in the JROTC curriculum (grades 9-12 only)
Performance Responsibilities:
Essential Duties

• Complies with all regulatory guidelines outlined in Cadet Command Regulation 145-2, JROTC Program Organization, Administration, Operation, Training and Support and Cadet Command Regulation 145-8-3, Organizational Inspection Program
• Provides comprehensive educational instruction to cadets in the JROTC program
• Conducts training at JROTC and summer camps
• Develops short and long range plans for achieving curriculum goals, gathers appropriate materials, establishes clear objectives for lessons, and formulates appropriate lesson plans
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and the personal growth of students
• Collaborates with general education staff, special education staff, guidance counselors and school administrators as needed to maximize program effectiveness
• Evaluates student progress and counsels cadets on their performance within the JROTC program
• Motivates and encourages students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a foundation for becoming a responsible citizen
• Monitors student movement to ensure a safe and orderly environment
• Organizes, supervises and participates in extracurricular activities for JROTC cadets to include color guard, drill teams, raider team, marksmanship team and other special activities
• Maintains JROTC student records as required by the Department of Army regulations and local policies
• Complies with Army and school district safety guidelines when instructing, supervising, monitoring, and accompanying cadets
• Maintains supply accountability in strict compliance with Army security regulations, including maintaining summer uniform and equipment requirements
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media based on individual student need
• Coordinates with all JROTC department personnel to plan, organize and conduct JROTC extracurricular and co-curricular activities to meet requirements established in the Unit Report and Cadet Command Regulation 145-2
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities
• Attends staff development programs, department meetings and other professional activities
• Sets an example and models positive attitudes, knowledge, and skills for cadets
• Maintains a working knowledge of new instructional methods, technology and equipment
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and stand for extended periods of time. The employee will occasionally be required to walk, bend and reach. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height. Must be able to see, to read a computer screen and printed material, with or without vision aids. Manual dexterity is required to finger, handle or grasp objects. Must be able to hear and speak. Must meet height and weight standards outlined in Cadet Command Regulation 145-2.

Fall Mountain Regional School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer? Fall Mountain Regional School District does not, and will not, tolerate discrimination or harassment of students because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, age, marital status, familial status, economic status, physical or mental disability, national origin, ancestry, or sexual orientation. Fall Mountain Regional School District does not, and will not, tolerate discrimination or harassment of school employees because of age, sex, race, religion, color, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, national origin, ancestry or sexual orientation. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (\"Title IX\") is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment and sexual violence, in education programs and activities. All public and private educational institutions that receive any federal funds must comply with Title IX.

Postings current as of 9/23/2026 8:33:20 AM CST.

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