NOTTOWAY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

                                    POSITION DESCRIPTION

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Coordinates a JROTC program at the secondary school level according to law, regulations, policies and principles.  Teaches JROTC subjects as outlined in the Program of Instruction.  Complex work is performed within specific program objectives and policies; the employee communicates with the school principal to plan work and coordinates with others to ensure program effectiveness.  Contacts are made regularly and frequently with instructional and administrative personnel as well as military personnel and others outside of the school system.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements; however, the administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years documented work experience.   
• Must be approved by the JROTC eligibility committee and hold a valid JROTC Instructor Certification and be eligible for a Virginia Teaching License with an endorsement in JROTC Instruction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)  

• Organizes, develops, and administers a model secondary school JROTC program to include an instructional program and extracurricular activities.
• Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with instructional and administrative personnel; provides leadership and direction in carrying out the program as defined by JROTC regulations.
• Plans and delivers a community JROTC introduction program.
• Teaches JROTC as outlined in the Program of Instruction.  Counsels cadets on their performance within the Corps of Cadets.
• Supervises after-school teams as required.
• Assists cadets in applying for ROTC scholarships and service academy appointments.
• Prepares budget requests and revisions; recommends purchases and expenditures; maintains financial records as required.
• Documents program activities and provides reports in compliance with national and local JROTC guidelines. 
• Maintains administrative and support reference materials required to be available in the school.
• Maintains arms and supply facilities in strict compliance with military security regulations.
• Assists in the preparation of regular reports for presentation to the school board on issues related to JROTC.
• Demonstrates commitment to improving professional competence.
• Assesses student learning on an ongoing basis and alters instruction to meet group/individual needs.
• Uses Curriculum Manager to plan daily instructional activities. 
• May perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of the concepts, principles, and methodologies of instruction, learning theory, and teaching methodologies for JROTC students.  Working knowledge of current practices in alternative education.  Demonstrated ability to develop instructional goals for students.  Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate and deliver individualized resources and services in a JROTC format.  Demonstrated ability to effectively listen and communicate program goals to others, both orally and in writing.  Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other instructional personnel.  Demonstrated ability in decision-making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, and planning.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, reaching, and driving. Occasional sitting, balancing, kneeling, and crawling Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, fumes, gases, unpleasant odors, extreme vibrations, hazards such as moving vehicles, electric current, moving mechanical parts, etc. and/or loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Virginia driver’s license.  
• References - Applicants must submit two (2) written references; references should be from a current or previous supervisor. 
• Successful outcomes of the following background investigations/tests are required before any offer of employment can be finalized:
• Tuberculosis Screening/TestFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation

Nottoway County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements; however, the administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.