Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC)/Office of Career and Technical Education
A JROTC Instructor is a leadership mentor and educator who develops students’ character, discipline, and citizenship through structured military-based training, academic instruction, and community engagement.
JROTC Instructors develop lesson plans aligned with program standards, teach subjects such as leadership theory, U.S. history, and civic responsibility, and lead physical fitness training. They mentor students on personal growth, discipline, and teamwork while managing cadet organizations and leadership roles within the unit. Responsibilities include organizing ceremonies, drills, inspections, and special events; maintaining accountability of equipment and uniforms; ensuring program compliance with military and school policies; and collaborating with school staff, parents, and community partners.
Open to all MOS / ratings / AFSCs.
Veterans who have retired or honorably separated with 8 years of service and no more than 5 years of separation time. National Guardsmen and Reservist can serve with a command approval letter.Possess an Associate’s Degree or higher degree. Associate’s Degree can be earned within 5 years while serving as an instructor.
Commute and meals are the participants responsibility.
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 31 - 60 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC)/Office of Career and Technical Education
The DDAI-West is an officer in the rank of Colonel. DDAI is JROTC certified and successfully served as a SAI for at least two years. The DDAI is responsible for supervising, directing, and synchronizing the DAI Staff…
Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC)/Office of Career and Technical Education
A JROTC instructor is an educator and mentor who develops students’ leadership, citizenship, discipline, and teamwork skills through structured military-based training and classroom instruction.