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How much do army instructor salary jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for army instructor salary 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 the difference between Army Instructor Salary vs Military Training Instructor Salary?

AspectArmy Instructor SalaryMilitary Training Instructor Salary
Required CredentialsMilitary experience, teaching certificationMilitary experience, specialized training certification
Work EnvironmentMilitary bases, training facilitiesMilitary training centers, educational institutions
Employer & IndustryU.S. Army, defense sectorMilitary branches, defense sector

Both roles involve training military personnel, require military background, and work within defense environments. The main difference lies in job titles and specific certifications, but salary ranges are comparable depending on experience and location.

How much do Army instructors make?

Army instructors typically earn a salary based on their rank and years of service, with pay scales set by the Department of Defense. The average annual salary ranges from approximately $40,000 for lower ranks to over $80,000 for higher ranks, with additional benefits such as housing allowances and healthcare. Experience, certifications, and specialized skills can influence compensation levels.

Is Army Instructor Salary a full-time job?

Yes, Army Instructor positions are typically full-time roles that require a regular work schedule, often including training, classroom instruction, and administrative duties. These roles usually require a military background or relevant certifications and may involve working in military training facilities or educational environments.
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Infographic showing various Army Instructor Salary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,145 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

WCHS JROTC Instructor (Senior Army Instructor) 2025-2026

Plymouth, NC • On-site


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JROTC Instructor (Senior Army Instructor)
Senior Army Instructor (SAI) Functions and Responsibilities
The Senior Army Instructor (SAI) is the department chairperson and chief instructor of the JROTC unit. Candidates for this position must possess at least a BA/BS degree and must also be certified by US Army Cadet Command.
The SAI will perform the following functions and responsibilities: --
  • Manage and conduct the JROTC unit according to school rules, regulations, and policies. --
  • The SAI will advise school authorities on policy and regulation changes. --
  • Maintain good relations with school authorities, faculty, and the student body. --
  • Conduct a public affairs effort in the local area middle and elementary schools, among school and community officials, civic groups, parent-teacher groups and other individuals or groups, designed to further the understanding of JROTC, the school and the Army --
  • Enroll students in JROTC and support school officials while executing the curriculum and the integrated extra-curricular activities. --
  • Prepare weekly training schedules. --
  • Maintain contact with parents of all Cadets experiencing academic or behavioral problems. --
  • Ensure JROTC unit areas are neat and orderly; current chain of command photos, Cadet creed, core abilities and mission statement are present; and all sensitive items are secured. -
  • Ensure instructors share teaching responsibilities. No instructor is exempt from teaching a fair-share of the (Leadership Education Training) LET Curriculum. Instructors should teach by expertise and preference in subject areas, rather than strictly by LET levels. SAIs are responsible for teaching the JROTC curriculum. --
  • Maintain a current copy of DA Form 3126 and/or DA Form 3126-1, a completed servicelearning checklist/rubric, a current copy of a bond/insurance certificate, and required JUMS reports. --
  • Maintain accountability of all equipment, including items requiring formal accountability informal accountability (i.e., clothing) and durable items costing $5,000 or less (i.e., automation, computers, audiovisual), but still requiring property accountability
For additional information regarding the duties and responsibilities, please visit the following website:
www.usarmyjrotc.com/employment/before_you_apply.php
 

Salary Range: By the state teacher salary schedule or the Army Minimum Instructor Pay (MIP), whichever is higher.

 

Term of Employment: 11 Month

 

Reports To: Principal/SAI with oversight by the Director of Army Instructor.

 

Qualifications:

 
  • Be certified by Cadet Command as a qualified JROTC Army Instructor.
  • Be retired with a minimum of 20 years of active duty service.
  • Meet Army height, weight, and physical fitness standard
 

This position is an Officer position in the grade of Major, Lieutenant Colonel, or Colonel; you must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and must hold or be able to qualify for a valid North Carolina Teaching License.













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