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US Army JROTC Instructor

Army Junior ROTC Program Overview

The U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) is one of the largest character development and citizenship programs for youth in the world. The National Defense Act of 1916 established organized JROTC programs at public and private educational institutions. In 1964, Congress expanded the program to all military services and changed from active duty to shared support from the services and schools. As congressionally mandated by Title 10 United States Code, Section 2031, each military service must have a JROTC program to “instill in students in United States secondary educational institutions the values of citizenship, service to the United States, and personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment.” JROTC’s mission, “To Motivate Young People to be Better Citizens”, is the guide post for the program’s success.

The U.S. Army’s JROTC program currently operates in more than 1,700 public and private high schools, military institutions, and correctional centers throughout the United States and overseas. Approximately 40% of JROTC programs are in inner city schools, serving a student population of 50% minorities. As JROTC students (Cadets) progress through the program, they experience opportunities to lead other Cadets. A major component of the JROTC leadership and citizenship program is female Cadets. Female Cadets make up 40% of the Cadet population. The JROTC faculty is led by nearly 4,000 instructors who are retired from active duty, reserve duty, or National Guard Army service. Instructors are trained and qualified in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act 2007 to teach and mentor approximately 314,000 JROTC Cadets annually.

Jun 29, 2026
Full time
US Army JROTC Instructor- California
US Army JROTC Instructor CA
Before You Apply   Eligibility Noncommissioned Officers  who have separated/retired within the past 5 years with a minimum of  8  years cumulative honorable service in the grades of E-6 through E-9. Officers  who have separated/retired within the past 5 years with a minimum of  8  years cumulative honorable service in the grades of W-1 through W-5 or O-3 through O-6. ARNG and USAR  (Actively Serving/TPU)- will fall under the same requirements mentioned above. In addition, Letter of Recommendation from current Commander and current DA Form 5016 or NGB 23A, is required. Roles and Responsibilities –  Army Regulation 145-2 and Cadet Command Regulation 145-2  contain specific information pertaining to the roles and responsibilities within the JROTC Program. Wavier Request All applicants who require a waiver for  Time Out of Service  (five-year time frame) or any additional...