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Army Instructor, JROTC

Laurens County School District 56

Clinton, SC • On-site

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Job description

  • POSITION: Army Instructor (AI) for JROTC Program
  • LOCATION: Clinton High School
  • WHEN: For the 2026-27 school year, beginning July 13, 2026
  • LENGTH OF CONTRACT: 11 months on a full-school year basis

Clinton High School is seeking a dedicated Army Instructor (AI) for our Army JROTC program. The AI serves as a military instructor for the JROTC program, responsible for assisting the Senior Army Instructor with planning, implementing, and managing all aspects of the curriculum, leadership development activities, community engagement, and cadet operations in accordance with U.S. Army Cadet Command guidance and school district policies. The AI plays a vital role in mentoring students, fostering citizenship, leadership, character development, and academic excellence.

Qualifications:

  • Retired Noncommissioned Officer or Warrant Officer, or reserve or national guard soldier, in good standing with the U.S. Army that meets the rank and service requirements established by Army regulation. The ranks for noncommissioned officers are CMS, SGM, 1SG, MSG, SFC, SSG.  See the Army JROTC site for specific qualifications.
  • Eligible and certified (or able to obtain certification) as an Army Instructor through U.S. Army Cadet Command.
  • Two-year degree or credit hours towards a degree from an accredited college, required.

      Demonstrated ability in

  • Demonstrated leadership and management experience.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with high school students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Must meet school district background check and employment requirements.
  • Effective written and verbal communication
  • Interpersonal relations

       Responsibilities

  • Assist with program leadership and administration. Ensure compliance with all Army regulations and district policies.
  • Instruction and curriculum delivery. Integrate experiential learning opportunities including drill, ceremonies and field activities.
  • Monitor and evaluate cadet performance and academic progress.
  • Cadet leadership development.
  • Supervise cadet extracurricular activities.
  • Build partnerships with parents, community organizations, veteran's groups and civic leaders.
  • Represent the JROTC program at community, school and district events.
  • Support student recruitment and retention efforts.

Application Process

  • Applicants must have, or be in the process of obtaining, a Prequalification Memo that confirms eligibility to seek employment as a JROTC Instructor.
  • Go to https://usarmyjrotc.army.mil/application-certification-2/ for information on the Army's application and certification process.

 In your application, include a cover letter indicating the status of the prequalification memo, and a resume.



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