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INTRODUCTION
Army JROTC instructor to high school level cadets. Assists the Senior Army Instructor (SAI) in managing and implementing the overall JROTC unit program according to national, state, and district standards. Promotes cadet intellectual, social, patriotic, character education, and physical growth. Responsible for implementing the Army's national education curriculum and program requirements to include the preparation, planning, coordination, and supervision of all co-curricular service learning, special activities, or events (military ball, drill meets, honor guards, and other extra-curricular activities).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Teach, assess, evaluate, and document student progress and growth through formal and informal evaluations procedures.
- Evaluate students' progress and determine materials and strategies to provide for their needs.
- Implement the Army's national curriculum, lesson plans, curriculum related extra-curricular activities, and objectives with other content areas to provide for transfer of learning and knowledge.
- Instruct 180 hours of military directed subject materials in classroom and leadership laboratory environment.
- Administer, advise, and appraise extracurricular teams (drill, rifle, physical training, and academic challenge).
- Assist the SAI in determining and supervising cadets who serve in key leadership positions (command and staff).
- Assume direct responsibility for the development of appropriate behavior of students within the school setting by establishing and maintaining effective discipline and management procedures.
- Coordinate instructional activities and collaborate with other professional staff, both school and non-school-based, as required to maximize learning opportunities.
- Administer, advise, coordinate, and supervise special activities or events such as the annual military ball, drill meets, and summer leadership camp.
- Implement and maintain communication and coordination with the school faculty and staff to promote cadet involvement in school activities, cadet recruitment and retention.
- Coordinate, collaborate, and compile data for data records in the automated cadet database.
- Participate in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned.
- Ensure continuous communication with parents or guardians, both written and oral, to keep them informed of a cadet's progress.
- Assist the SAI in managing and submission of all reports required by the Army and the district.
- Counsel, mentor, and tutor cadets as needed.
- Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follow federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Retired Army active duty or gray area Reserve/National Guard Non-Commissioned Officer, grades E6 to E9, Commissioned Warrant Officer, grade CW2 to CW5, or Commissioned Officer O3-O6.
- Eligible to obtain Federal JROTC instructor certification.
- Associates Degree for a Non-Commissioned Officer or a Bachelor's Degree for a Warrant Officer or Commissioned Officer.
- Meet current height and weight standards as outlined in appropriate Army Service regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and automation technology skills.
- Willing to wear the appropriate Service uniform and meet personal grooming standards as outlined in Service Regulations.
- Demonstrated troop level experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Baccalaureate preferred.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:
- Completed online application
- Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
- Upload copies of all transcripts - undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
- Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
- All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
- All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application
BENEFITS
This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org
Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.
This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.
This position is affiliated with the State Retirement Plan.

INTRODUCTION
Army JROTC instructor to high school level cadets. Assists the Senior Army Instructor (SAI) in managing and implementing the overall JROTC unit program according to national, state, and district standards. Promotes cadet intellectual, social, patriotic, character education, and physical growth. Responsible for implementing the Army's national education curriculum and program requirements to include the preparation, planning, coordination, and supervision of all co-curricular service learning, special activities, or events (military ball, drill meets, honor guards, and other extra-curricular activities).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Teach, assess, evaluate, and document student progress and growth through formal and informal evaluations procedures.
- Evaluate students' progress and determine materials and strategies to provide for their needs.
- Implement the Army's national curriculum, lesson plans, curriculum related extra-curricular activities, and objectives with other content areas to provide for transfer of learning and knowledge.
- Instruct 180 hours of military directed subject materials in classroom and leadership laboratory environment.
- Administer, advise, and appraise extracurricular teams (drill, rifle, physical training, and academic challenge).
- Assist the SAI in determining and supervising cadets who serve in key leadership positions (command and staff).
- Assume direct responsibility for the development of appropriate behavior of students within the school setting by establishing and maintaining effective discipline and management procedures.
- Coordinate instructional activities and collaborate with other professional staff, both school and non-school-based, as required to maximize learning opportunities.
- Administer, advise, coordinate, and supervise special activities or events such as the annual military ball, drill meets, and summer leadership camp.
- Implement and maintain communication and coordination with the school faculty and staff to promote cadet involvement in school activities, cadet recruitment and retention.
- Coordinate, collaborate, and compile data for data records in the automated cadet database.
- Participate in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned.
- Ensure continuous communication with parents or guardians, both written and oral, to keep them informed of a cadet's progress.
- Assist the SAI in managing and submission of all reports required by the Army and the district.
- Counsel, mentor, and tutor cadets as needed.
- Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follow federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Retired Army active duty or gray area Reserve/National Guard Non-Commissioned Officer, grades E6 to E9, Commissioned Warrant Officer, grade CW2 to CW5, or Commissioned Officer O3-O6.
- Eligible to obtain Federal JROTC instructor certification.
- Associates Degree for a Non-Commissioned Officer or a Bachelor's Degree for a Warrant Officer or Commissioned Officer.
- Meet current height and weight standards as outlined in appropriate Army Service regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and automation technology skills.
- Willing to wear the appropriate Service uniform and meet personal grooming standards as outlined in Service Regulations.
- Demonstrated troop level experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Baccalaureate preferred.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:
- Completed online application
- Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
- Upload copies of all transcripts - undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
- Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
- All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
- All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application
BENEFITS
This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org
Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.
This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.
This position is affiliated with the State Retirement Plan.
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Align your credentials before applying
Maryland requires state teacher certification for most Instructor roles. Start the credential evaluation process early so your foreign degree is recognized by the Maryland State Department of Education before you submit applications to BCPS.
Target subject areas with persistent shortages
BCPS consistently struggles to fill Instructor positions in special education, STEM subjects, and bilingual education. Framing your application around one of these shortage areas strengthens your sponsorship case and improves your odds of reaching the offer stage.
Understand how J-1 fits teaching roles
The J-1 Exchange Visitor program is a common entry point for international teachers at public school districts. BCPS has worked with J-1 sponsors before, so confirm whether your specific role qualifies under the teacher category and what two-year home residency obligations apply.
Clarify TN eligibility if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
TN status covers teachers at specific accreditation levels under USMCA. Verify that the Instructor role you are targeting meets DOL's defined TN criteria, since not all K-12 teaching positions qualify and misclassification at the offer stage creates delays.
Search open Instructor roles using Migrate Mate
Filter by employer and visa type on Migrate Mate to find current Instructor openings at BCPS that are open to sponsored candidates. This helps you avoid roles where sponsorship is not on the table before you invest time in the application.
Confirm H-1B filing timelines with your hiring contact
BCPS follows the standard USCIS H-1B cap calendar, meaning your start date is tied to the October 1 fiscal year. Get written confirmation from HR about whether they will file in the April lottery window so you can plan your OPT or bridge status accordingly.
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Does Baltimore City Public Schools sponsor H-1B visas for Instructors?
Yes, Baltimore City Public Schools has sponsored H-1B visas for Instructor roles. As a public school district, BCPS qualifies as a cap-exempt employer under USCIS rules, which means they can file H-1B petitions at any time of year without being subject to the annual lottery. This is a significant advantage for international educators compared to private sector employers.
How do I apply for Instructor jobs at Baltimore City Public Schools?
Applications go through the BCPS careers portal, where you can search by subject area and school level. You will typically need to submit a resume, teaching philosophy statement, and proof of certification eligibility. Mention your visa status early in the process so HR can flag roles with sponsorship capacity. Migrate Mate also lists open BCPS Instructor positions filtered by sponsorship type.
Which visa types does Baltimore City Public Schools commonly use for Instructor roles?
BCPS has sponsored Instructors on H-1B, J-1, TN, and F-1 OPT visas. J-1 is common for teachers entering through cultural exchange programs. H-1B suits candidates with a specialty occupation qualification. TN applies to Canadian and Mexican citizens in eligible teaching classifications. F-1 OPT and CPT are used for recent graduates completing practical training in education settings.
What qualifications does Baltimore City Public Schools expect for sponsored Instructor roles?
Most Instructor positions at BCPS require a bachelor's degree in education or a subject-specific field, plus Maryland state teacher certification or demonstrated progress toward it. Shortage subject areas like special education and STEM may have more flexibility during the hiring process. For H-1B purposes, your degree must correspond directly to the duties of the Instructor role you are applying for.
How do I plan my timeline around BCPS's visa filing process?
School district hiring follows an academic calendar, so most Instructor offers come between February and May for a September start. If you need H-1B sponsorship, align your application timeline with the April USCIS filing window. If you are on OPT, confirm your end date and request a cap-exempt H-1B filing with BCPS HR as early as the offer stage to avoid a gap in authorization.
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