Military Instruction - Nco

DPS•Denver, CO

About The Position

The JROTC Military Instructor NCO (Non-Commissioned Officer) teaches the High School Military Science program (JROTC) to a diverse student population. The role supports student achievement, behavior, academic progress, and social development. The position is with Denver Public Schools, and the salary is set by the United States Army. Applications will be received until October 27, 2026; if the position is not filled by then, applications submitted after the deadline may be considered. Applicants must apply online through the Denver Public Schools job board.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet one of the following educational backgrounds: Senior Army Instructors (SAI) are required to have a bachelor's degree; Army Instructors (AI) are required by the Army to have an associate's degree.
Be formally commissioned by a branch of the military.
Be formally certified by the Army before applying for this position.
Be authorized by the State Department of Education with a Junior ROTC endorsement.
Previous formal military experience.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community, while supporting all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with Denver Public Schools.
Have the ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Counsel students to encourage and support student achievement.
Monitor, supervise, coordinate, and enforce rules of conduct and behavior for assigned students.
Reinforce positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
Observe, evaluate, report, and record students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Prepare lesson plans and materials according to curriculum guidelines.
Prepare, administer, assign, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
Prepare student, attendance, and activity reports as required by administrators.
Communicate with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.