About this opportunity
Bemidji Area Schools lists this High School JROTC Instructor opportunity in bemidji, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Bemidji Area Schools is seeking a dedicated, motivating, and student-centered JROTC Instructor to join the staff at Bemidji High School for the school year.
This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on high school students by helping them develop the skills, confidence, character, and leadership abilities they will carry with them long beyond graduation.
As a JROTC Instructor, you will play a critical role in creating meaningful learning experiences that challenge students, build teamwork, encourage personal responsibility, and prepare young people to become successful leaders and engaged members of their communities.
Qualifications and Experience
This position is particularly well suited for an experienced military leader who is ready to bring their knowledge, leadership, discipline, and commitment to service into an educational setting.
Eligible applicants generally include:
Retired or separated U.S. Army Officers in grades O-3 through O-6 or W-1 through W-5, possessing a minimum of 8 years of service.
Must meet all requirements applicable U.S. Army JROTC eligibility requirements. Currently serving ARNG/USAR personnel may also be eligible under applicable requirements.
Candidates must successfully complete the U.S. Army JROTC application and certification process and meet all applicable eligibility, background, security, and certification requirements.
Previous JROTC instructional experience is preferred, but we are especially interested in candidates who bring strong leadership, communication, organizational, and mentoring skills and a genuine desire to work with high school students.
JROTC provides students with opportunities to learn by doing. The program combines classroom instruction with leadership development, physical training, hands-on experiences, competitions, ceremonies, community service, and team-building activities.
The successful candidate will serve as a teacher, mentor, coach, and role model, helping students discover their potential while holding them to high standards.
You will have the opportunity to:
Teach the U.S. Army JROTC curriculum and related coursework
Develop students' leadership, teamwork, citizenship, and character
Mentor and motivate students toward personal and academic success
Lead physical training and hands-on learning experiences
Plan and supervise competitions, ceremonies, field trips, camps, and community service activities
Build student participation and enthusiasm for the JROTC program
Create a positive, structured, and student-centered learning environment
Develop strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners
Help students develop confidence, discipline, responsibility, and leadership skills
Make an Impact
Bemidji High School provides students with a wide range of academic, career, athletic, and extracurricular opportunities. Our JROTC program is an important part of that experience, giving students another pathway to develop leadership skills and discover their strengths.
We are looking for someone who understands that student success is about more than academics. The right candidate will be someone who enjoys working with young people, believes in setting high expectations, and takes pride in helping students grow into confident and responsible adults.
Whether leading a classroom lesson, preparing cadets for competition, organizing a community service project, or simply encouraging a student who needs someone in their corner, this position provides countless opportunities to make a difference.
Located on beautiful Lake Bemidji, Bemidji offers an outstanding quality of life with abundant outdoor recreation, lakes, trails, forests, a vibrant downtown, and the amenities of a regional hub.
Outdoor recreation is abundant in Bemidji. From pristine lakes and extensive bike trails to nearby state forests and year-round recreational opportunities, Bemidji offers an environment that attracts visitors from across Minnesota and beyond.
Bemidji also serves as a regional hub with a vibrant downtown, locally owned shops and restaurants, major retailers, and a diverse and growing business community. It is a community large enough to provide outstanding amenities while maintaining the character and connections of a northern Minnesota community.
Position at a Glance
Position: JROTC Instructor
Location: Bemidji High School
Position Type: Full-Time
School Year:
Reports To: High School Principal / JROTC Program Administration
Compensation: $78,301 - $97,876 per year
Salary and benefits will be determined in accordance with Bemidji Area Schools' applicable salary schedule, employment practices, and U.S. Army JROTC compensation requirements.
Candidates must also meet applicable U.S. Army JROTC application and certification requirements.
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Worksite address
bemidji, MN, 56601, US
Who can apply
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