JROTC- Senior Marine Instructor

Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Senior Maine Instructor to join our dynamic educational team. The ideal candidate will inspire and engage students in a supportive learning environment, fostering academic growth and personal development. This full-time position requires a commitment to educational excellence and the ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and colleagues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold a current Marine Corps JROTC Instructor Certification at the time of application.
• Must meet all eligibility requirements established by Marine Corps JROTC and the employing school district.

Position Description

The Senior Marine Instructor (SMI) serves as the director and manager of the Marine Corps JROTC (MCJROTC) program at their assigned school. As a member of the school’s faculty, the SMI fulfills responsibilities comparable to those of a department head.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, supervision, and oversight of all aspects of the MCJROTC program.
• Plan, organize, and execute MCJROTC instruction, ensuring compliance with Marine Corps and school district policies.
• Maintain program standards and monitor performance of all instructors and cadets.
• Distribute and supervise instructional responsibilities in collaboration with the Marine Instructor (MI).
• Serve as the primary liaison between the school, parents, community, and Marine Corps authorities.
• Actively engage with school administrators, faculty, parents, and community stakeholders to promote and strengthen the program.
• Develop, implement, and oversee curricular and extracurricular activities, including drill competitions, community service projects, and cadet leadership events.
• Ensure safety, accountability, and professional conduct within all program activities.
• Mentor cadets and instructors, fostering leadership, discipline, teamwork, and character development.
• Represent the MCJROTC program positively within the school and local community.
• Due to the physically active nature of the role, SMIs are required to maintain good physical condition, demonstrate physical training techniques, and actively supervise cadet activities to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the program.

Hours: 7:20am - 2:50pm