2026-2027 JROTC Senior Instructor

Overview:
Responsible for leading, managing, and implementing the overall JROTC unit program according to national, state, and district standards. Leads other assigned instructors in promoting cadet intellectual, social, patriotic, character education, and physical growth. Responsible for managing and implementing the military service's national education curriculum and program requirements to include the preparation, planning, coordination, and supervision of all co-curricular service learning, special activities or events (military ball, drill meets, honor guards, and other extra-curricular activities). Supervises property management and budget controls for the unit and administers the automated cadet record system (JUMS) and reporting for military and district information.
 

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree / Master's Degree (2.5 GPA strongly preferred)
• Military Education Level (MEL-4) (Command and General Staff College) desired.
• Teacher Certification with required endorsements for subject/level assigned Texas certified and highly qualified to meet state and federal guidelines 

 
Special Knowledge/Skills:

• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of JROTC curriculum as outlined by Cadet Command
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal and automation technology skills
• Willingness to execute written employment contract with Crowley ISD
• Security checks and clearances per Cadet Command & School District Requirements
• Meet current height and weight standards as outlined in appropriate Army Service regulations.

 
Experience:

• Retired Army active duty or gray area Reserve/National Guard commissioned officer (CPT O-3 to Colonel O-6); Warrant Officer W2-4 (with a bachelor's degree).
• Eligible to obtain Federal JROTC instructor certification.
• Required to wear the appropriate Service uniform and meet personal grooming standards as outlined in Service Regulations.
• Demonstrated troop level experience and executive staff experience.

Instructional Strategies:

• Implement and coordinate the Army's national curriculum, lesson plans, curriculum extra-curricular activities, and objectives with other content areas in order to provide for transfer of learning and knowledge.
• Instruct 180 hours of military directed subject materials in classroom and leadership laboratory environment.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the Army and district curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student differences. Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Cadet Command, Texas Education Agency, Board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and technology that reflect accommodation for individual needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results for instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established by Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Coordinate, collaborate, and compile data for data records in the automated cadet database (JUMS).
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and or volunteer(s).
• Integrate appropriate technologies in the teaching/learning process. 

Student Growth and Development:

• Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
• Consistently assess student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Determine and supervise cadets who serve in key leadership positions (command and staff).