Job Title
Air Force JROTC Senior Instructor (2025-2026 SY)
Location
Glen Allen, VA, US
Organization Name
HCPS - Deep Run High School
About Us
Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest county public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Sky Line Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.
Our Mission: Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social, and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.
General Statement of Duties
The goal of the Air Force Junior ROTC program at Deep Run is to expose students to the history, goals, and ideals of the U.S. Air Force. The program teaches students the importance of character development, leadership, teamwork, self-discipline, critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills, along with a study of the fundamental aspects of health, wellness, and physical fitness. The program places an emphasis on exposing students to the experiences and expectations of being a future member of the U.S. Air Force.
This assignment is for the 2025-26 school year with a July 1, 2025, start date.
Essential Duties
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Work collaboratively with the school administration to support the recruitment of students into the program. Provide ongoing leadership and command of the ROTC unit at the school.
- Duties will include managing the unit supply functions, coaching the drill teams, and performing other administrative duties associated with the AFROTC program.
- Must be willing to work after school, evenings, and weekends to plan and/or execute extracurricular activities for the unit.
- Plan, organize, and deliver instruction to meet individual and group learning needs utilizing state guidelines and division curriculum.
- Regularly exhibit considerable knowledge of learning theory and best practices.
- Consistently act in the best interests of students and model appropriate behavior in all professional interactions.
The physical demands of this assignment include the ability to sit and stand for extended periods and the ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds.
Professional Expectations:
- Plans daily instructional activities for secondary students, demonstrating knowledge of subject matter and using state Standards of Learning and the curriculum of the district
- Uses current school and division data to plan instruction
- Develops formative and summative tests, using multiple tools to assess student learning on an ongoing basis, and alters instruction to meet group and individual needs
- Maintains order within the classroom and school with proactive classroom management and a well-organized learning environment
- Maintains records of student performance and attendance, and communicates this effectively with students and their parents
- Selects, requisitions, and uses a variety of instructional materials to stimulate learning and meet the needs of all students
- Communicates and coordinates instruction with other staff (special ed, gifted, remediation staff, etc.) relative to student learning
- Stays abreast of current educational trends and best practices as these relate to classroom instruction and effective schools
- Maintains professional manner when interacting with students, parents, patrons, community agencies and colleagues
- Incorporates and models appropriate use of technology to support instruction and student learning
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Information
The monthly salary is paid by the school district and is based on a 12-month employment contract. The salary is determined by the minimum instructor pay (MIP), which is set and provided by the AJROTC. The actual MIP will be requested prior to accepting the assignment and is part of the employment certification process through the AFJROTC.
How To Apply
To be considered for a 2025-26 vacancy, you should upload the following documents and credentials:
- Teaching Resume
- Copy of your Virginia or out-of-state teaching license
- Official or unofficial college transcripts
- Copies of your Praxis scores (if applicable)
Information may be uploaded to our online recruiting platform at https://www.henricoschools.us/page/careers.
Henrico County Public Schools
3820 Nine Mile Rd.
Henrico, VA 23223
HCPS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Main Organization
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Employment Status
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Amount of Travel
Work At Home