JROTC*

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), an A-rated district, is the nation's third largest school system with nearly 500 schools and a diverse enrollment of more than 335,500 students from over 160 countries. Our ongoing tradition of groundbreaking achievement has earned top recognition at the national and international levels and makes M-DCPS your best choice.BASIC OBJECTIVESThis is a professional position responsible for providing JROTC instruction to secondary school students.JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES1. Instructs students, using various teaching methods, including lectures and demonstrations, following military program of instructional objectives and curriculum materials. 2. Assigns lessons; assesses student progress, including homework assignments; and hears presentations.3. Prepares and administers tests to evaluate pupil progress, records results, issues reports to inform parents of progress, and assigns final grades.4. Maintains attendance, grade promotion, cadet, and military supply records, as required by the school and the appropriate branch of the military service.5. Counsels pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise.6. Maintains discipline in the classroom.7. Organizes and participates in Booster Club activities.8. Meets with parents to discuss pupil's academic, social and behavioral progress.9. Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational JROTC conferences and inservice classes.10. Maintains an administrative file (cadet record) that includes personal data, awards, promotions, discipline records, as required by the appropriate branch of military service. Maintains supply organization for clothing, equipment, etc.11. Maintains cadet organization to include an awards assembly and a military ball.12. Plans a summer camp for cadets at various military installations.13. Organizes and trains cadets for statewide drill and/or rifle competitions and provides a physical fitness program for all cadets.14. Assists and motivates students in meeting criteria for Senior Reserve Officer Training CORPS (SROTC) scholarships to universities and military academies.15. Participates in local and statewide drill competitions and military ceremonies.16. Performs related work as required, or as assigned by the supervising administrator or his/her designee.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThis is heavy work which requires the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The worker is exposed to heat, noise, vibrations, hazards and atmospheric conditions. All military JROTC personnel must meet military service physical fitness requirements and military appearance standards. The work is performed indoors and outdoors.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSAs specified in the State Statutes and military regulations including associate's degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Prior revision date: 04/27/93APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSTo create your candidate profile, you will need to gather the following:Personal informationCurrent resume and work historyCertification informationFor certification information, please visit M-DCPS - Instructional CertificationOfficial SEALED transcripts must be submitted to M-DCPS via one of the following:U.S. Mail addressed to:Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Transcript Desk,1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 150Miami, FL 33132Electronic Mail to: Verification@dadeschools.netYou must useNational Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or eScrip-Safe to request an electronic transcript via email. Please note that not all colleges/universities participate in the electronic transcript exchange.Two professional references:Uploaded References must be on a letterhead OR on the District's Reference Form (Printing T:\FORMS\3000\3506.FRP (dadeschools.net), have an original signature, and be dated within the last year from current or past supervisors or college professors.Background Screening for the Selected Candidate (External Candidate):Please click on the link below for information on M-DCPS Employment Standard, Drug Testing and Fingerprinting requirements in order to be hired as an employee.M-DPCS - Personnel Services and FingerprintingPlease see the link to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website.This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025), effective 1-1-2026.https://info.flclearinghouse.comStarting Teacher Salary: $53,159.00**(includes 6% Referendum Retirement Accruing Supplement of $3,009)New hires may be eligible to receive credit for verified years of experience, which can enhance their starting salary.For more details, please refer to the Newly Hired/Teachers Salary Schedule - Click HerePlease visit Salary Inquiry Request for more information. Click here