JROTC Army Instructor/AI

Summary

Position Type:
Teachers/JROTC Senior or Army Instructor (SAI/AI)

Date Posted:
9/23/2026

Location:
Indian River High School

Date Available:
03/31/2027

Closing Date:
11/13/2026
Title: JROTC Army Instructor/AI

Location: High School

Deadline: 11/13/26

Start Date: Spring 2027

SALARY: Pay is based on military rank (Officer/NCO), education level, and school funding.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The JROTC Army Instructor (AI) is a separated, retired military, or currently serving Army Reserve or National Guard non-commissioned officer (NCO) who assists the Senior Army Instructor (SAI) in teaching leadership, citizenship, and core skills. Army JROTC Instructors manage the program's educational, administrative, and operational aspects and implement policies and procedures administered by the school and the U.S. Army. The AI of the JROTC program works directly for the high school principal and will support the establishment of a new JROTC program at Indian River High School. (Target program start date - September 2027)

The AI will perform the following specific functions and responsibilities:

• Establish, manage, and conduct the JROTC program according to Army and school rules, regulations, and policies. Advise school authorities on policy and regulation changes.
• Maintain good relations with students, faculty, school administration, and the school community.
• Conduct public relations efforts in the middle and elementary schools, among school and community officials, civic groups, parent-teacher groups, and other individuals or groups, designed to promote and further the understanding of JROTC.
• Enroll students in JROTC.
• Teach the Army-designed JROTC curriculum thoroughly and share teaching responsibilities equally with the Senior Army Instructor (SAI).
• Execute a robust after-school, integrated, co-curricular activity program.
• Develop and implement the annual master training schedule.
• Maintain contact with parents of all cadets experiencing academic or behavioral problems.
• Ensure JROTC program areas are neat and orderly.
• Manage program-connected instructional materials and supplies including procurement, inventory, and general maintenance.
• Maintain accountability of all government property.
  
  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The Army Instructor is a noncommissioned officer (E-6 to E-9) who is separated or retired with an honorable discharge within the past 5 years with at least 8 years of service. Additionally, noncommissioned officers who are active participating members of the Army Reserve and National Guard may serve as instructors. Candidates for this position must possess at least an Associate's degree and must also be certified by US Army Cadet Command upon being hired by the school district. Teacher certification is not required.
  
  CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Prior to being hired, the candidate must be qualified by the U.S. Army. Application and qualifications can be found online at:
  
  Application Procedure for Current Indian River IREA Employees: Click the red 'Apply' button in the top right corner and complete the INTERNAL application.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Indian River Central School District to provide for and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, or domestic violence victim status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions; and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. See District Policy 0100 (Equal Opportunity) for additional information. Stephanie Wheeler (compliance office/coordinator) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies at stephaniewheeler@ircsd.org, 315-642-3441, or 32735B Co Rt. 29, Philadelphia, NY 13673. Inquiries concerning the application of the Indian River Central School District nondiscrimination policies may also be referred to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005, (646) 428-3800 Voice, (800) 877-8339 TTY.

Job Description

Position Type:
Teachers/JROTC Senior or Army Instructor (SAI/AI)

Date Posted:
9/23/2026

Location:
Indian River High School

Date Available:
03/31/2027

Closing Date:
11/13/2026
Title: JROTC Army Instructor/AI

Location: High School

Deadline: 11/13/26

Start Date: Spring 2027

SALARY: Pay is based on military rank (Officer/NCO), education level, and school funding.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The JROTC Army Instructor (AI) is a separated, retired military, or currently serving Army Reserve or National Guard non-commissioned officer (NCO) who assists the Senior Army Instructor (SAI) in teaching leadership, citizenship, and core skills. Army JROTC Instructors manage the program's educational, administrative, and operational aspects and implement policies and procedures administered by the school and the U.S. Army. The AI of the JROTC program works directly for the high school principal and will support the establishment of a new JROTC program at Indian River High School. (Target program start date - September 2027)

The AI will perform the following specific functions and responsibilities:

• Establish, manage, and conduct the JROTC program according to Army and school rules, regulations, and policies. Advise school authorities on policy and regulation changes.
• Maintain good relations with students, faculty, school administration, and the school community.
• Conduct public relations efforts in the middle and elementary schools, among school and community officials, civic groups, parent-teacher groups, and other individuals or groups, designed to promote and further the understanding of JROTC.
• Enroll students in JROTC.
• Teach the Army-designed JROTC curriculum thoroughly and share teaching responsibilities equally with the Senior Army Instructor (SAI).
• Execute a robust after-school, integrated, co-curricular activity program.
• Develop and implement the annual master training schedule.
• Maintain contact with parents of all cadets experiencing academic or behavioral problems.
• Ensure JROTC program areas are neat and orderly.
• Manage program-connected instructional materials and supplies including procurement, inventory, and general maintenance.
• Maintain accountability of all government property.
  
  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The Army Instructor is a noncommissioned officer (E-6 to E-9) who is separated or retired with an honorable discharge within the past 5 years with at least 8 years of service. Additionally, noncommissioned officers who are active participating members of the Army Reserve and National Guard may serve as instructors. Candidates for this position must possess at least an Associate's degree and must also be certified by US Army Cadet Command upon being hired by the school district. Teacher certification is not required.
  
  CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Prior to being hired, the candidate must be qualified by the U.S. Army. Application and qualifications can be found online at:
  
  Application Procedure for Current Indian River IREA Employees: Click the red 'Apply' button in the top right corner and complete the INTERNAL application.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Indian River Central School District to provide for and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, or domestic violence victim status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions; and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. See District Policy 0100 (Equal Opportunity) for additional information. Stephanie Wheeler (compliance office/coordinator) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies at stephaniewheeler@ircsd.org, 315-642-3441, or 32735B Co Rt. 29, Philadelphia, NY 13673. Inquiries concerning the application of the Indian River Central School District nondiscrimination policies may also be referred to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005, (646) 428-3800 Voice, (800) 877-8339 TTY.