Become an Air Force Junior ROTC instructor

The Air Force is seeking highly motivated retirees and Veterans with at least 10 years of service in the ranks of captain through colonel and technical sergeant through chief master sergeant (associate's degree required) who have a passion to instill core values and desire to pay their Air Force experience forward to high school students.

As role models, instructors ingrain into students a sense of civic pride, shaping the next generation of service-minded leaders and innovators. In this role you will teach students the character traits necessary to excel in school, along with how to be good citizens. Instructors also foster unit cohesion, which capitalizes on students' unique perspective to build trust and reinforce a culture of teamwork.

There are more than 250 vacancies across the nation and overseas for both former officer and enlisted members. This distinctive opportunity, which was exclusive to retired members, is now open to Veterans and traditional Guard and Reserve Airmen. Veterans that have separated or retired less than five years ago can apply. Veterans that have been separated more than five years could potentially be considered if they meet all other requirements.

To apply for a position at a high school, you must first complete the certification process through the Air Force, which is done via the website button link below. The certification process includes a criminal background investigation and normally takes around 60 days from start to finish. Once your certification is granted, you may apply to any school that has an opening. Instructors are employees of the school district and not the Air Force. We have recruiters standing by to answer any questions you may have, and they can be reached at (334) 659-6797, (334) 318-0354 or (334) 659-6269.

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