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Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN · On-site

$49K - $65K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN

$50K - $66K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN

$50K - $66K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN · On-site

$50K - $66K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Germantown, TN · On-site

$51K - $67K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN · On-site

$49K - $65K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

Memphis Shelby County Schools

ROTC Instructor

Memphis, TN · On-site

$50K - $66K/yr

... instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as ... Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship ...

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How much do marksmanship instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for marksmanship instructor in the United States is $21.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a marksmanship instructor?

A Marksmanship Instructor is responsible for training individuals in firearm safety, shooting techniques, and marksmanship fundamentals. They work with military personnel, law enforcement officers, or civilians to improve accuracy, handling skills, and overall proficiency with various firearms. Instructors ensure students understand safety protocols, range etiquette, and proper weapon maintenance. Their role may involve classroom instruction, live-fire training, and performance evaluations to enhance shooting skills.

What does a marksmanship instructor do?

A typical day for a Marksmanship Instructor often involves preparing range facilities, conducting safety briefings, delivering hands-on firearm training, and assessing the marksmanship skills of participants. Instructors spend time both on the range demonstrating techniques and in classroom settings teaching safety procedures and shooting fundamentals. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, completing training records, and providing individualized feedback to help students improve. Collaboration with range staff and occasionally working with other instructors or agencies are common aspects of the role, making strong teamwork and communication skills important.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a marksmanship instructor?

Excelling as a Marksmanship Instructor requires expert knowledge of firearm safety, shooting techniques, and experience in instructional settings, often validated by military or law enforcement backgrounds and relevant certifications. Familiarity with range management tools, electronic target systems, and safety protocols is typically expected. Strong interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to a range of skill levels make instructors particularly effective. These skills are vital to ensure safe, effective marksmanship training that enhances students' abilities and overall safety on the range.

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Infographic showing various Marksmanship Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,102 per year, or $21.2 per hour.

ROTC Instructor

Memphis Shelby County Schools

Memphis, TN • On-site

$49K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Memphis Shelby County Schools rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 631 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Purpose and Scope
The essential function of the position within the organization is to develop, implement and evaluate training for Junior ROTC programs in Memphis City Schools. The position is responsible for developing training schedules and materials, providing in-service and professional development training for JROTC instructors, coordinating and planning co-curricular activities, and performing related work as assigned. The position works independently, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Essential Job Functions
  1. Develops, implements and evaluates JROTC training and professional development programs for JROTC instructors in accordance with District and U.S. Army policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
  2. Assist in ensuring uniformity and cohesiveness among all school JROTC units in accordance with current regulations and policies.
  3. Orders and maintains curriculum materials.
  4. Develops a master training schedule and weekly training schedules for each school year.
  5. Plans and coordinates District-wide co-curricular activities, including drill meets, marksmanship competitions, physical training and team-building events, academic knowledge competitions, parades and awards ceremonies, and an annual one-week summer camp.
  6. Develops risk assessments for all training activities; conducts safety briefings before all activities; monitors and enforces safety controls.
  7. Maintains knowledge of changes in JROTC curriculum; notifies instructors of changes and trends in JROTC instruction.
  8. Establishes, maintains and updates training records.
  9. Establishes, maintains and updates databases of cadet records.
  10. Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints in areas of responsibility.
  11. Performs routine administrative/office tasks as required, including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, sending and receiving faxes and e-mails, entering and retrieving computer data.
  12. Attends training, conferences and workshops as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
  13. Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Education and an endorsement in the grade/subject taught with a valid Tennessee certificate. Governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee Code Annotated and the collective bargaining agreement.
Requires education or experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in education, training or related field from an accredited college or university. Requires Army officer rank. Must possess a valid state driver's license. Requires (3) three years of related experience
Degree Equivalency Formula:
Bachelor's Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.
Master's Degree= 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master's degrees are required, years for Bachelor's Degrees must be included.

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