Instructor Eligibility

Noncommissioned Officers, E-6 to E-9: Separated or retired within past 5 years with at least 8 years of cumulative honorable service.

Officers, W-1 to W-5, O-3 to O-6: Same requirement, 8+ years of honorable service, separated or retired within past 5 years.

ARNG/USAR, Actively Serving/TPU: Same eligibility plus Letter of Recommendation from current Commander and current DA Form 5016 or NGB 23A.

Refer to AR 145-2 and CCR 145-2 for instructor duties and program responsibilities.

Waiver Contacts by Brigade

Required Waiver Documents

  • Unredacted DD214 or separation orders
  • Memo from applicant
  • Explanation of waiver need + desired location
  • 2 Reference letters
  • Physical exam, CCF-211R, within last 12 months
  • DA-style photo in ASU or professional attire

Pay & Compensation

Army JROTC cost-shares newly hired instructors under a 10-month, 300-day or 11-month, 330-day contract. Pay is based on the standardized JROTC Instructor Pay Scale, JSIPS.

Administrative Requirements

Access to these courses is granted once hired.

Co-Curricular Expectations

JROTC instructors regularly support Cadet activities outside classroom hours, typically exceeding 50 hours/week and weekends.

School Duties

Instructors may also perform school-assigned duties such as:

  • Hall monitor
  • Event chaperone/security
  • Test proctor
  • Cafeteria duty
  • Substitute teaching other classes

Contact & Application

Reach out to the Army JROTC Instructor Management Division:

Phone: 1-800-347-6641

Email: USARMY.KNOX.USACC.MBX.HQ-JROTC-IM@ARMY.MIL


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Instructor Employment Resources

Before You Apply

  • Confirm eligibility: retired status, education level, and character requirements.
  • Understand the hiring process and timeline before submitting your application.

Application & Certification

  • Submit your application via JQUIP with all required documents.
  • Certification includes transcript review, DA-style photo, and background checks.
  • Application & Certification Process

Background Checks (T1WC)

  • All instructors must complete Tier 1 with Childcare (T1WC) investigation.
  • Do not submit forms until directed by the Background Check Administrator.

Pay & Compensation

  • Pay is based on military rank, education level, and school funding.
  • Schools may offer additional pay above the minimum instructor rate.
  • Instructor Pay Details

Vacancy Listings

  • Search current openings by state, school, or region.
  • Listings include contact info and position details for each vacancy.
  • Instructor Vacancy List

Employment FAQs

  • Find answers to common questions about eligibility, hiring, and transfers.
  • Clarifies document requirements, timelines, and certification steps.
  • Employment FAQs

SkillBridge & CSP Internships

  • Active-duty members may apply for internships prior to retirement.
  • Programs support transition and instructor training opportunities.
  • SkillBridge/CSP Program Info

Online Tools & Portals

Support Contacts

Instructor Application

Instructor Eligibility

Noncommissioned Officers, E-6 to E-9: Separated or retired within past 5 years with at least 8 years of cumulative honorable service.

Officers, W-1 to W-5, O-3 to O-6: Same requirement, 8+ years of honorable service, separated or retired within past 5 years.

ARNG/USAR, Actively Serving/TPU: Same eligibility plus Letter of Recommendation from current Commander and current DA Form 5016 or NGB 23A.

Refer to AR 145-2 and CCR 145-2 for instructor duties and program responsibilities.

Waiver Contacts by Brigade

Required Waiver Documents

  • Unredacted DD214 or separation orders
  • Memo from applicant
  • Explanation of waiver need + desired location
  • 2 Reference letters
  • Physical exam, CCF-211R, within last 12 months
  • DA-style photo in ASU or professional attire

Pay & Compensation

Army JROTC cost-shares newly hired instructors under a 10-month, 300-day or 11-month, 330-day contract. Pay is based on the standardized JROTC Instructor Pay Scale, JSIPS.

Administrative Requirements

Access to these courses is granted once hired.

Co-Curricular Expectations

JROTC instructors regularly support Cadet activities outside classroom hours, typically exceeding 50 hours/week and weekends.

School Duties

Instructors may also perform school-assigned duties such as:

  • Hall monitor
  • Event chaperone/security
  • Test proctor
  • Cafeteria duty
  • Substitute teaching other classes

Contact & Application

Reach out to the Army JROTC Instructor Management Division:

Phone: 1-800-347-6641

Email: USARMY.KNOX.USACC.MBX.HQ-JROTC-IM@ARMY.MIL


Continue to Application & Certification