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Columbia, SC

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Military Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

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Military Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

Army Reserve (Active or Retired) * Navy Reserve (Active or Retired) * Marines Reserve (Active or Retired) * Army and Other Military Branches Must Be Retired From Active Duty (20 years of service ...

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Instructor - Army JROTC (26-27)

Instructor - Army JROTC (26-27)

Baltimore City Public Schools

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Support Staff - Position - Instructor - Army JROTC
Job Number 8600042458
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Army JROTC instructor to high school level cadets. Assists the Senior Army Instructor (SAI) in managing and implementing the overall JROTC unit program according to national, state, and district standards. Promotes cadet intellectual, social, patriotic, character education, and physical growth. Responsible implementing the Army'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).
Essential Functions
  • Teach, assess, evaluate, and document student progress and growth through formal and informal evaluations procedures.
  • Evaluate students' progress and determine materials and strategies to provide for their needs.
  • Implement the Army's national curriculum, lesson plans, curriculum related extra-curricular activities, and objectives with other content areas to provide for transfer of learning and knowledge.
  • Instructs 180 hours of military directed subject materials in classroom and leadership laboratory environment.
  • Administer, advice, and appraise extracurricular teams (drill, rifle, physical training, and academic challenge).
  • Assist the SAI in determining and supervising cadets who serve in key leadership positions (command and staff).
  • Assumes direct responsibility for the development of appropriate behavior of students within the school setting by establishing and maintaining effective discipline and management procedures.
  • Coordinates instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff, both school and non-school-based, as required to maximize learning opportunities.
  • Administer, advises, coordinate, and supervise special activities or events such as the annual military ball, drill meets, and summer leadership camp.
  • Implement and maintain communication and coordination with the school faculty and staff to promote cadet involvement in school activities, cadet recruitment and retention.
  • Coordinate, collaborate, and compile data for data records in the automated cadet database.
  • Participate in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned.
  • Ensure continuous communication with parents or guardians, both written and oral, to keep them informed of a cadet's progress.
  • Assist the SAI in managing and submission of all reports required by the Army and the district.
  • Counsel, mentor, and tutor cadets as needed.
  • Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follow federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

Desired Qualifications
Required:
  • Retired Army active duty or gray area Reserve/National Guard Non-Commissioned Officer, grades E6 to E9, Commissioned Warrant Officer, grade CW2 to CW5, or Commissioned Officer O3-O6.
  • Eligible to obtain Federal JROTC instructor certification.
  • Associates Degree for a Non-Commissioned Officer or a Bachelor's Degree for a Warrent Officer of Commissioned Officer.
  • Meet current height and weight standards as outlined in appropriate Army Service regulations.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and automation technology skills.
  • Willing to wear the appropriate Service uniform and meet personal grooming standards as outlined in Service Regulations.
  • Demonstrated troop level experience.

Preferred:
  • Baccalaureate preferred.

Full time or Part time Full time
Additional Details
Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:
  • Completed online application
  • Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
  • Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
  • Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
  • All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
  • All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org
Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.
This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.
This position is affiliated with the State Retirement Plan.

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Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS), also known as Baltimore City Public School System (BCPSS) or City Schools, is a public school system in Baltimore, Maryland. It serves Baltimore City’s youth and is distinct from the Baltimore County Public Schools system. As of 2012, it’s the fourth largest school system in Maryland with an enrollment of approximately 84,000 students in the 2014–15 school year.

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