Teacher - JROTC Navy

Waxahachie ISD•Waxahachie, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Navy JROTC Instructor is responsible for teaching secondary school students the JROTC curriculum and supporting cadets’ development and proficiency in military and other applicable subjects. The instructor plans and delivers lessons, maintains student records and supply accountability, and organizes instruction, extracurricular activities, leadership experiences, and other program events in accordance with applicable laws, military regulations, and district policies. The role includes evaluating and counseling cadets, mentoring students in their military and academic performance, and encouraging the skills and attitudes needed to become responsible citizens. The instructor creates and maintains a safe, orderly classroom environment; supervises assigned teacher aide(s); and promotes the JROTC program within the school and community. The position reports to the Principal and is assigned to CTE.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree and eligibility for a Texas Teaching Certificate.
JROTC certification required.
Retired from the United States Military.
Must meet minimum qualifications required by the Department of the Navy.
Knowledge of assigned subjects.
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Meet or exceed continuing education requirements of the state, school district, and military branch.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is preferred.

Responsibilities

Instruct and support JROTC cadets in reaching and maintaining proficiency in military and other applicable subjects.
Use new and alternative instructional and motivational techniques to improve instruction.
Conduct JROTC curriculum training in accordance with applicable law and military regulations and policies.
Develop short- and long-range plans, gather materials, set lesson objectives, and prepare lesson plans.
Organize, supervise, and participate in extracurricular activities, including color guard, drill teams, and other special activities.
Maintain JROTC student records as required by Department of the Navy regulations and local policies.
Follow Navy and district safety guidelines while instructing, supervising, monitoring, and accompanying cadets.
Maintain supply accountability in compliance with Navy security regulations.
Prepare or follow weekly training schedules covering daily class topics, military events, team practice, meetings, and uniform requirements.
Manage the merit/demerit system for assigned classes.
Maintain electronic student records and prepare other required student reports.
Prepare requisitions for classroom and instructional supplies and equipment.
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Evaluate student progress and counsel cadets on their performance in the JROTC program.
Plan and coordinate cadet attendance at JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenges and conduct training and activities prescribed by the camp commander.
Organize, coordinate, and direct JROTC activities, trainings, drills, academic competitions, service-learning projects, awards ceremonies, military balls, and other activities.
Counsel and mentor students on their military and academic performance as members of the Corps of Cadets.
Assist interested students with JROTC scholarship applications and service academy applications.
Motivate and encourage students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge that support responsible citizenship.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assess risks and enforce Army and school safety guidelines during activities.
Monitor student movement to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Keep informed of and comply with military, state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Market the JROTC program in the school and community to recruit and retain students.
Participate in instructor conferences and professional development opportunities offered by the district.
Meet or exceed continuing education requirements of the state, district, and military branch.
Assist with development of the community relations plan, using military expertise to expand school outreach.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor or administrators that are consistent with the position’s general requirements and qualifications.
Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).