JROTC Teacher 2026-2027

Job OverviewThe JROTC teacher will plan and implement an instructional program and provide related educational services for students in assigned grade levels. The incumbent will manage student behavior, assess and evaluate student achievement, and modify/control instructional activities as required. The JROTC teacher, under general supervision, will serve a general manager of the Junior ROTC (JROTC) Unit.Position DescriptionEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesClassroom Instruction and Student ManagementAssess student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes and provide instruction to grow student abilitiesMaintain appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for instructional and individual reporting purposesPlan appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities including determination of appropriate level of materialsImplement an instructional program which provides appropriate learning experiences, considering different learning styles and a range of learning curvesAssist and participate in the management of student behavior in instructional settings, including school grounds, centers, and work sites, to ensure environment is conducive to the learning process; intervene to control and modify disruptive behavior, reporting to appropriate administratorUtilize a variety of instructional materials and available multi-media and computer technology to enhance learningManage allotted learning time to maximize student achievementEnsure classroom and/or instructional environment is attractive, beneficial, safe and conducive to learning while ensuring materials are accessible to students and in good conditionMaintain safety in classroomsMaintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and developmentProgram FacilitationDevelop JROTC yearly budget for FBISD and the appropriate governing agencyOrder appropriate equipment and suppliesMaintain timely and accurate budget accountability reportsMaintain accurate annual asset inventory reportsPerform duties delineated in JROTC program instruction as outlined by governing agencyCommunication and CollaborationCommunicate regularly with students on instructional expectations and keep them informed of their progressEnsure continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of student(s) progressRequest assistance and work with resource personnel to ensure student growthCollaborate with other professionals, including counselors and librarians, to carry out school-wide instructional or related activitiesSupport and/or participate in school-wide student activities and social events and approved fund raising activitiesAssign work and supervise instructional assistants, parents, and student volunteers as neededStay abreast of current industry standardsServe as liaison between JROTC unit and District administrationParticipate in district required professional developmentParticipate in Career and Technical Education (CTE) department professional development and designated district wide eventsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneQualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.Associate's degreeBachelor's degree PreferredValid Texas Drivers LicenseMinimum of 20 years Of active military serviceRetired Air Force, Army, Navy, or Marine Corps OfficerMust meet appropriate criteria to be classified as a JROTC instructor in accordance with governing agencyProven ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programsDemonstrated ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives including the needs and abilities of studentsAbility to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parentsExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenPhysical Requirements/Working ConditionsThe work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.Additional InformationWork is performed generally in a classroom environment and other locations, within and outside, of the schoolEmployee must hold valid Texas Driver's License and be able to provide reliable transportation to all assigned locations if serving in itinerant assignmentMust be able to handle stressful situations and meet deadlinesThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this positionEmployees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisorThis job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilitiesThe incumbent will be required to attend meetings, events, and school-related activities beyond regular reporting hours, including evenings and weekends, as necessary. This may include, but is not limited to, district and campus meetings, professional development sessions, extracurricular activities, parent engagement events, and other duties as assigned to support the needs of the district. Flexibility in scheduling is essential to fulfill the responsibilities of this role effectively.