Job Description

DIVISION: Teaching & Learning

DEPARTMENT: Teaching & Learning - JROTC

WORK YEAR: 10 Months

PXU SALARY SCHEDULE: JROTC

SUMMARY

Assists the Senior Army Instructor (SAI) in leading, managing, and implementing the overall JROTC unit program according to US Army Cadet Command (USACC), national, state, and district regulations, policies, and standards. Assists assigned SAi/instructionai Leader (IL) in promoting cadet leadership, intellectual development, character education, and physical growth. Responsible for/assists SAi in implementing the military service's national education curriculum and program requirements to include the preparation, planning, coordination, delivery and supervision of curriculum and co-curricular Service Learning, special activities or events in accordance with USACC Unit Report (Military Ball, Drill Meets, Honor/Color Guards, Parades, Adventure Team, JROTC Leadership and Academic Bowl and other co-curricular activities). Assists SAi in property management and budget controls for the unit, the automated cadet record system (JUMS), and reporting for both military and district information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Presents USACC JROTC national instruction in accordance with lesson plans contained in Cadet Command Instructors Manual/Curriculum Manager V3.
• Maintains a presence in the classroom and outside training areas, promotes a positive and safe learning environment.
• Sets the example regarding personal appearance, including the wearing of the prescribed uniform, and maintains compliance with US Army Cadet Command Height/Weight allowances.
• Assists SAi in accountability and proper usage for all US Government and District Property.
• Assists SAi in proper and timely submission of all required US Army Cadet Command and PXU reports, forms, and documentation.
• Communicates regularly with district and school officials, colleagues, and parents.
• Demonstrates professional knowledge, engages in PXU professional development activities, and connects academic knowledge to real-life situations.
• Performs other duties as stated in PXU Governing Board policies and/or state statutes.

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• US Army Senior Non-Commissioned Officer who has separated/retired within the past 5 years with a minimum of 10 years cumulative honorable service in the grade of E-6 through E-9.
• Associate degree, or complete within five years of hire date.
• Possess JROTC Instructor by the US Army Cadet Command (Phase 1) certification.
• Possess Child Care National Agency Check and Inquiry Certification maintained with the US Army Cadet Command.
• Possess National Federation of State High School Associations/Arizona Interscholastic Athletic Association Coaching Certification.
• Obtain and maintain PXU vehicle certification.
• Possess a valid Arizona State Driver's License.
• Possess a current Arizona Standard Secondary Teaching Certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in a standard classroom and school environment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• Principal, PXU SAI and DAI

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business. Any person who believes he or she has been subjected to discrimination, harassment or retaliation on the basis of any protected reason other than disability may file a complaint under Administrative Regulation JB-R, or may contact the Superintendent's designee, the District Hearing & Compliance Officer at:

Phoenix Union High School District

4502 N. Central Avenue

Phoenix, Arizona 85012

Phone: 602-764-1100

E-mail: PUHSDComplaints@phoenixunion.org