Jrotc Aerospace Science Instructor

Position: JROTC AEROSPACE SCIENCE INSTRUCTOR 26/27

JROTC AEROSPACE SCIENCE INSTRUCTOR 26/27

Job Title: JROTC Senior Aerospace Science Instructor

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal

Date Revised: 01/08/2026

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  03 to 06 Officer or E6/E7 or E8/E9:
  Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or related training and work experience for certification waivers under the District of Innovation Plan (DOI).
• Eligible to obtain JROTC certification from the US military service in the Air Force.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience

• Currently serving in Air National Guard / Air Force Reserve with at least 10 years of experience.
• Retired from a component of the Air Force with at least 10 years of experience.
• Honorably Discharged from a component of the Air Force with at least 10 years of experience and separated no longer than 60 months.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s and JROTC curriculum programs and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students and support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Ensure JROTC facilities are adequate and meet military requirements.
• Develop and maintain a merit/demerit system to reinforce positive behavior for JROTC.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Actively recruit students to enroll in JROTC programs and maintain or exceed cadet enrollment requirements.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Maintain military proficiency on topics taught in the JROTC curriculum.
• Comply with state, and district regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Tools/Equipment Used

Personal computer, phone systems, video/instructional equipment, air rifles, and peripherals.

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