Senior Marine Instructor-ROTC PHS

Job Title: Senior Marine Instructor (SMI) MCJROTC

Location: Portage High School (Portage Township Schools)

Reports To: School Principal and Marine Corps JROTC Regional Director

Position Summary
The Senior Marine Instructor (SMI) is responsible for the leadership management and instruction of the
Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (MCJROTC) program at the high school level. The SMI serves as the primary program leader ensuring the development of cadets in leadership citizenship personal responsibility and academic success while maintaining compliance with Marine Corps and school district standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Leadership and Management

Direct and oversee all aspects of the MCJROTC program in accordance with Marine Corps
policies and district guidelines
Develop and implement a comprehensive yearly training plan including leadership education
physical fitness and extracurricular activities
Maintain program compliance with inspections reporting requirements and curriculum standards
Manage program budget equipment uniforms and facilities

Instruction and Curriculum
Teach MCJROTC curriculum including leadership citizenship U.S. history physical fitness and military customs and courtesies
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
Assess student performance and maintain accurate academic records
Integrate character education and leadership development into daily instruction

Cadet Leadership Development

Mentor and develop cadet leaders through a structured chain of command
Supervise and support cadet-led activities such as drill teams color guard physical training and community service
Promote student accountability discipline and teamwork

Student Support and School Engagement
Foster a positive inclusive classroom environment that supports student growth
Collaborate with school staff counselors and administration to support student success

Encourage academic achievement attendance and post-secondary readiness

Community and Program Relations
Serve as the primary liaison between the school community and Marine Corps JROTC
headquarters
Coordinate and participate in school and community events ceremonies and service activities
Promote the MCJROTC program within the school and community

Compliance and Professional Standards
Adhere to Marine Corps standards of conduct appearance and professionalism
Maintain required certifications and complete annual training
Ensure compliance with all district policies state regulations and Marine Corps directives

Qualifications
Retired U.S. Marine Corps Officer (required for SMI position)
Eligible for certification by Marine Corps JROTC Headquarters
Ability to obtain and maintain state teaching certification or authorization (as required by
state/district)
Strong leadership organizational and communication skills
Experience working with youth or in an educational setting preferred

Working Conditions
School environment with classroom instruction and outdoor training activities
May require extended hours for extracurricular activities competitions and events
Physical ability to participate in drill physical training and inspections

Core Competencies
Leadership and mentorship
Communication and relationship-building
Organization and program management
Commitment to student development and success
Integrity and professionalism

Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated by the school principal in coordination with Marine Corps JROTC
program standards and inspection criteria.

Required Experience:

Senior IC