Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC)/Office of Career and Technical Education
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Website provided by the program.
At a glance
- Open to
- All branches
- Format
- Hybrid
- Length
- 31 - 60 days
- Locations
- 11 locations in Kentucky
- Job locations
- Kentucky
- Career field
- Education, Training, and Library
- Target MOS/ratings
- All
- Nearest installation
- Breathitt County HS; East Ridge High School; Eastern High School; Elliott County High School; Estill County High School…
About the program
A JROTC instructor is an educator and mentor who develops students’ leadership, citizenship, discipline, and teamwork skills through structured military-based training and classroom instruction.
Jobs this program prepares you for
A JROTC Instructor is responsible for teaching and mentoring students in leadership, citizenship, and personal development through a structured, military-based curriculum. The instructor fosters discipline, teamwork, and ethical decision-making while promoting academic success and community involvement.Key Responsibilities:Deliver classroom instruction in leadership education, civics, history, and life skillsMentor and counsel students to support personal growth, accountability, and character developmentPlan and supervise extracurricular activities such as drills, ceremonies, competitions, and community service eventsMaintain classroom discipline and create a positive, structured learning environmentOrganize and oversee physical fitness training and promote healthy lifestylesManage program logistics, including inventory, uniforms, equipment, and administrative reportingCollaborate with school staff, parents, and community partners to support student success
Eligibility & prerequisites
Staff Sergeant or higher with a minimum of 8 years of experience.
Commute and meals
Locations & contacts
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- Eastern, KY 41622Near Floyd Central High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Irvine, KY 40336Near Estill County High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Jackson, KY 41339Near Breathitt County HSCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Lexington, KY 40502Near Henry Clay High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Lick Creek, KY 41540Near East Ridge High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Louisville, KY 40243Near Eastern High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Mayfield, KY 42066Near Graves County High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Munfordville, KY 42765Near Hart County High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Russellville, KY 42276Near Logan County High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Russellville, KY 42276Near Logan County High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
- Sandy Hook, KY 41171Near Elliott County High SchoolCOL(Ret) Timothy "Tim" McDonaldtimothy.mcdonald@education.ky.gov
How to apply
- Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
- Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
- Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
- Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.
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