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ROTC Instructor

Bronx, NY · On-site

$59.40K - $78.10K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

ROTC Instructor

Lynchburg, VA

$55.40K - $73K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

ROTC Instructor

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$54.20K - $71.30K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

ROTC Instructor

Prescott, AZ · On-site

$56.20K - $74K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

ROTC Instructor

Potsdam, NY · On-site

$61.80K - $81.40K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

ROTC Instructor

Prescott, AZ

$56.20K - $74K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

ROTC Instructor

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$55.40K - $73K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

ROTC Instructor

Jackson, MS · On-site

$49.60K - $65.30K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

ROTC Instructor

Houghton, MI · On-site

$48.60K - $63.90K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

ROTC Instructor

Prescott, AZ · On-site

$56.20K - $74K/yr

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects, educates, trains, and commissions ... Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution - Possess a thorough knowledge of ...

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Kissimmee, FL

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

... direction of the JR ROTC instructor. Required qualifications, skills and experience Bachelor's degree or higher. Retired for the Armed Forces as an officer (W-1 or higher). Current JR ROTC ...

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How much do air force rotc instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for air force rotc instructor in the United States is $23.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Air Force ROTC Instructor job?

An Air Force ROTC Instructor is responsible for mentoring and training college students enrolled in the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program. They teach leadership, aerospace studies, and military science while preparing cadets for commissioning as officers in the U.S. Air Force. Instructors also oversee cadets’ physical training, leadership labs, and field training exercises. Their role is crucial in developing future Air Force leaders by instilling discipline, professionalism, and a deep understanding of military operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Air Force Rotc Instructor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Air Force ROTC Instructor, you must have substantial experience in military operations, leadership training, and a bachelor's degree (often paired with military officer status). Familiarity with educational technology, learning management systems, and Air Force training materials is typically required. Standout soft skills include strong mentorship abilities, effective communication, and adaptability in guiding and motivating cadets. These skills ensure you can effectively develop future Air Force leaders and maintain a high standard of instruction and discipline.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Air Force ROTC Instructor?

As an Air Force ROTC Instructor, your daily responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures on military science, leadership, and Air Force values, as well as supervising physical training sessions. You will also mentor and counsel cadets, evaluate their progress, and coordinate hands-on leadership exercises and field training events. Instructors often collaborate closely with university faculty, military staff, and ROTC administrative teams to ensure a comprehensive training experience. These varied duties engage both your instructional and leadership skills, making each day both dynamic and impactful.
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ROTC Instructor

CCGI, Inc.

Bronx, NY • On-site

$59.40K - $78.10K/yr

Other

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Description

Overview of Project:

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) selects,

educates, trains, and commissions college students to be officers and leaders of character in the Total Air and Space Force. Additionally, AFROTC instills the values of citizenship, national and community service, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment in college students.


Specific Job Responsibilities:

Aerospace Studies Instruction Services:

The Contractor shall apply knowledge and skills to provide the following services:

- Prepare and effectively teach Aerospace Studies Instruction, including Air Force organizational

structure, mission objectives, function, procedures, agency regulations, and policy pertaining to the

Department of the Air Force, individual and flight operations, tactics, techniques, and procedures.


- Provide instruction in accordance with AFROTC academic curricula, syllabi, and other

AFROTC-directed or emerging training in various settings on and off campus.


-Contractor shall ensure students are properly tested in class and successfully apply theory in

practice during training and assessment events outside of the classroom and the academic year.


-Plan, synchronize, assist, and coordinate oversight of Leadership Laboratory (LLAB),

observation of Cadet physical fitness program, coordinate training for cadet Professional Military

Training (PMT) and cadet Professional Development Training (PDT).


-Administer the AFOQT and assist in Cadet Evaluation and testing at Field Training

events, off-sites, and in classrooms.


- Review Cadet academic degree plans as part of Cadet progress reviews, ensure Cadets are

making academic progress to graduate on time, and ensuring the completed form is filed in the

Cadet's record.


- Perform various support activities for cadets utilizing the procedures in AFROTCI 36- 2011, Vol

3, to include Enrollment, Scholarship, Standards, Cadet Actions, and Medical.


- Support Cadet Pay Action IAW Holm Center Instruction 65-101; build Cadet records at DFAS,

pay actions, textbook payments, and military uniform commutation pay.


- Support resource management, administrative functions of resource management, and

Regional HQ tracking of Cadet Pay and tuition. Assist with data entries into WINGS to support Cadet

travel.


- Assist in the tracking of lesson plan updates, distribution of educational materials, and updating

of approved academic degree programs for scholarships and categorization at the Detachment,

Region, and HQ's level.


- Support compliance with the Automated AFROTC Mail Systems (ARMS) messages published

in WINGS.


- Assist with data entry of information on AFROTC Cadets and Prospects into WINGS or other

AFROTC information management systems.


- Assist with tracking of Det, Region, and HQ boards. Submit Cadet award packages, officer and

enlisted evaluations for review/approval, decorations for review/approval, promotion or Reduction-In--

Force boards, instructor qualifications, and staff packages for AETC master instructor badge nominations


- Support Det, Region, and HQ inspections, operational evaluations, and building inspections.


- Develop schedules, collect, compile, and distribute eval data, and prepare reports for publication.


- Support Cross Town Agreements that may exist with other local colleges and universities, to

include various events, training, and exercises.


- The Contractor may assist the Recruiting Officer (RO) and other cadre at recruiting and marketing

events (such as freshman orientations) by assisting with prospect development and data entry

requirements.


- The Contractor may assist the AFROTC program with its recruiting mission by participating in

and supporting events such as student orientations, college fairs, parades, high school visits, and

similar events.


- Have been a Commissioned Officer with a minimum grade of Captain with 6 years' experience in the U.S. Air Force Active Component or 10 years total service in the U.S. Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard Component for former and current Guard and Reserve Commissioned Officers.


- Meet the academic institution's qualifications and requirements for instructor positions at that institution. Some positions must be approved by the college prior to acceptance as an instructor. Those instructor qualifications are specific to each institution


- Possess a thorough knowledge of the Air Force organizational structure, mission objectives, function, procedures, agency regulations, and policy pertaining to the Department of the Air Force.


- Have knowledge and experience of Air Force training and operations. Contractor personnel performing as instructors shall possess tactical and leadership skills gained from experience within a Commissioned Officer Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) without any derogatory performance.


- Cannot have had any negative administrative actions/offenses leading to UCMJ actions and no referral performance reports (evaluations).


- Have never received a discharge under less than honorable conditions.


- Possess computer skills, to include operation of Microsoft word processing, spreadsheets, and graphics programs, performance of user maintenance, Microsoft Windows environments, and familiarity with e-mail and internet environment and operations.


- Able to teach effectively in a classroom setting, presenting both standardized instruction and creative workshops. Contract personnel shall maintain certification IAW HCI 36-2601.


- AFROTC instructors shall be CPR certified by or to the standard of the American Red Cross and remain CPR certified throughout the span of their employment under this task order.


- AFROTC Instructors will be subject to pre-employment and/or random drug testing.


- AFROTC Instructors must maintain the physical fitness standards set forth by the Air Force.


- AFROTC Instructors will be subject to background checks for Positions of Significant Trust and Authority (POSTA).

Requirements

Served on active duty within 5 years of proposed start date


Possess a thorough knowledge of the Air Force organizational structure, mission objectives, function, procedures, agency regulations, and policy pertaining to the Department of the Air Force.


Cannot have had any negative administrative actions/offenses leading to UCMJ actions and no referral performance reports (evaluations).


Have never received a discharge under less than honorable conditions.


Possess computer skills, to include operation of Microsoft word processing, spreadsheets, and graphics programs, performance of user maintenance, Microsoft Windows environments, and familiarity with e-mail and internet environment and operations.


Subject to pre-employment and/or random drug testing.


Subject to background checks for Positions of Significant Trust and Authority (POSTA).

Clearance Requirement: None

Minimum Education Level Requirement: BA

Years of Experience Requirement: 6