JROTC Instructor at Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8

Position Type:High School Teaching/JROTCDate Posted:11/20/2025Location:Fountain-Fort Carson High SchoolDate Available:26/27 School Year Closing Date: Until Filled**This position is posted for 26-27 school year Qualifications: 1. See below Prerequisities for JROTC Instructor Duty 2. A valid JROTC Instructor Authorization through the Colorado Department of Education - LINK 3. Such alternatives to the above as the Board may find appropriate as a JROTC Instructor or similar leadership/teaching role. 5. Demonstrated expertise in 10-meter air rifle marksmanship especially in precision and sporter-class coaching. 6. Familiarity with:CMP rules and range safety JROTC Marksmanship Safety Course requirements Running competitive marksmanship teams 7. Excellent communication organizational and mentorship skills. 8. Ability to work collaboratively in a structured school environment. Position Overview Fountain-Fort Carson High School is seeking a motivated and highly qualified Army JROTC Army Instructor (AI) to join our established and dynamic JROTC program. The ideal candidate will bring strong instructional ability a commitment to developing cadets into responsible citizens and specialized experience in marksmanship coachingwith a particular focus on CMP (Civilian MarksmanshipProgram) standards safety protocols and competition preparation. This position is a critical part of our JROTC leadership team and offers the opportunity to directly influence cadet development team excellence and program growth within one of the most active districts in Colorado. Prerequisites for JROTC Instructor Duty: Noncommisioned Officers (E-6 to E-9)who meet the following criteria may apply:Separated or retired within the past 5 years with at least 8 years of cumulative honorable service. Must meet all U.S. Army Cadet Command prerequisites for employment as an Army Instructor. Must pass District 8 hiring requirements including background checks. Warrant Officers (W-1 to W-5)who meet the following prerequisites may apply:Separated or retired within the past 5 years with at least 8 years of cumulative honorable meet all U.S. Army Cadet Command prerequisites for employment as an Army Instructor. Must pass District 8 hiring requirements including background checks. Applicants are expected to mentor extra-curricular activities such as a Drill/Color Guard/Cyber Patriot/Military Fitness teams support community service activities and participate in local/regional/national competitions. FOR MORE INFORMATION:Please contact the AJROTC Instructor Management Division at; or toll free at 1-. Performance Responsibilities: 1. Teach and mentor cadets following the U.S. Army Cadet Command curriculum. 2. Support the Senior Army Instructor (SAI) in all aspects of program administration planning and instruction. 3. Lead train and coach the JROTC Marksmanship Team including: Conducting safe and effective marksmanship training Maintaining compliance with CMP safety and competition regulations Coordinating practice schedules equipment accountability and team travel Preparing cadets for local regional and national air rifle competitions 4. Assist with other co-curricular teams (Raider Drill Leadership Academic) as needed. 5. Supervise cadets during school community service and co-curricular events. 6. Maintain accountability of JROTC equipment uniforms arms room and range facilities. 7. Foster a positive learning environment that encourages discipline teamwork respect and academic success. 8. Collaborate with school administration district leadership parents and community partners. Salary: JROTC Instructors are paid their Military Instructor Pay (MIP). Benefits: Fountain-Fort Carson School District # 8 provides medical dental vision chiropractic life long-term disability accidental death & dismemberment insurances and paid time off benefits. There are district and employee contributions to some or most of these benefits. Employment Period: 209 days per year Key Skills Airside Operations,Bidding,Integration,Data Entry,Accomodation,Cost Estimation Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1