Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

  • Teach JROTC curriculum including leadership, citizenship, military history, health/fitness, and life skills.

  • Develop engaging lesson plans that support the goals of the JROTC program.

  • Provide classroom instruction, hands-on activities, and leadership laboratories.

  • Maintain accurate records of cadet progress, attendance, and evaluations.

Cadet Leadership & Program Management

  • Supervise, mentor, and guide cadets in leadership roles within the battalion/unit.

  • Coordinate and conduct drill, ceremony, physical training, and uniform inspections.

  • Organize extracurricular activities such as drill team, color guard, Raiders, academic teams, and community service events.

  • Manage cadet promotions, awards, and recognition programs.

Eligibility Criteria

 

Noncommissioned Officers (E-6 to E-9) – Separated or retired within the past 5 years with at least 8 years of cumulative honorable service.

Officers (W-1 to W-5, O-3 to O-6) – Same requirement: 8+ years of honorable service, separated or retired within the past 5 years.

ARNG/USAR (Actively Serving/TPU) – Same eligibility plus Letter of Recommendation from current Commander and current DA Form 5016 or NGB 23A.