Teacher - JROTC Navy

Primary Purpose:

Position is responsible for instructing secondary school students in the JROTC curriculum. Responsible for JROTC cadet instruction

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree and eligible for a Texas Teaching Certificate
• JROTC Certification required, associate or bachelor’s degree preferred from an accredited university.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of subjects assigned.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Retired from the United States Military. Must meet minimum qualifications required by the Department of the Navy.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies:

• Instruct and support JROTC cadets in reaching and maintaining proficiency in military and all other applicable subjects. Seek new and alternative instructional and motivational techniques for improved instruction.
• Conduct JROTC curriculum training in accordance with applicable law, and Army and Cadet Command regulations and policies.
• Develops short- and long-range plans for achieving curriculum goals, gathers appropriate materials, establishes clear objectives for lessons, and formulates appropriate lesson plans.
• Organizes, supervises, and participates in extracurricular activities for JROTC cadets to include color guard, drill teams and other special activities.
• Maintains JROTC student records as required by the Department of Navy regulations and local policies.
• Complies with Navy and school district safety guidelines when instructing, supervising, monitoring, and accompanying cadets.
• Maintains supply accountability in strict compliance with Navy security regulations.
• Adhere to and/or prepare weekly training schedule for daily class topics, all military events, military team practice, meetings and the uniform of the day.
• Manages the merit/demerit system for assigned classes.
• Perform administrative tasks including maintenance of electronic student records, and other student reports as required.
• Carry out logistics tasks including preparing requisitions for items necessary for classrooms and the instructional process.
• Models’ nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Student Growth and Development:

• Evaluates student progress and counsels’ cadets on their performance within the JROTC program.
• Plan and coordinate cadet attendance for any JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenges; Conduct training and other activities as prescribed by the camp commander.
• Organize, coordinate, and direct JROTC activities, trainings, drills and 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 in applying for JROTC scholarships and completing service academy applications.
• Motivates and encourages students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a foundation for becoming a responsible citizen.

Classroom Management and Organization:

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Conduct risk assessment to mitigate a possible accident for all activities; observe and enforce Army and school safety guidelines.
• Monitors student movement to ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Professional Growth and Other

• 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 new students.
• Participate in instructor conferences and other professional development opportunities offered by the school district. Meet or exceed continuing education requirements of the state, school district and the specific military branch.
• Assist in the development of the community relations’ plan using military expertise to expand the school’s outreach.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrators that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

• Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior
• Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel
• Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.