Instructor: Application and Certification Process
Please print out a copy of the Instructor Certification Packet with Application Downloads. This packet
will provide you with all of the necessary information to become a JROTC instructor. Once you have
read the packet and completed the application, please review the information below.  All personnel
(active duty, retired, etc) are required to submit packets must include the following items:

  • Copy of last 3 consecutive official evaluation reports (All 3 required with no gaps or courtesy
    copies), academic evaluations included (to obtain missing military documents, please access
    your Army Knowledge Online account at http://www.us.army.mil ).
  • Most recent copy of ORB (Officer) or ERB (NCO).  PQR or DA 2-1 for AGR personnel.
  • Copy 4 (Member Copy) of DD Form 214.  (Active duty personnel must provide a copy of the
    retirement orders, until copy of DD 214 is available.)
  • A copy of Form 5500-R (tape test) taken within 6 months (if needed)
  • Copy of Initial Qualification Training Certificate.
  • Proof of highest degree from an accredited institution.
  • Active Duty/Retired personnel:  (in addition to the "All personnel" requirements, above)
  • A DA photograph in Class A uniform, 4"x 6"  (3/4 body) with name board or information placed
    on the back taken within the last  2 years  (no Polaroids)
  • Copy of most recent physical exam, conducted within the last 12 months
  • Copy of Retirement Orders or DD Form 214
  • Copy of an approved Retirement Letter for AGR Personnel

Applicants must also complete an interview conducted by a US Army Cadet Command certified
interviewer, LTC McGhee is a certified interviewer for the greater Houston area. They must also
complete the initial qualification training, a link to the training is provided in the navigation menu. If
you have moved, changed phone numbers, or email address, please contact Instructor Management
Division to update your records.  Failure to update your records will place you in an inactive status.  
The inactive status will preclude your name from being submitted to the hiring official for potential
employment.


Notes:
  • Allow at least two weeks for the mailing process before calling with inquires concerning the
    status of your certification.
  • Be sure to include your email address on the application.
  • Provide proof of retirement with application. (Retirement orders or DD214)
  • It is NOT recommended that you send any information using Express Mail.




FOR MORE INFORMATION:    Please call the Army JROTC Instructor Management Division at
1-800-366-6641 or email at
jrotcim@usaac.army.mil.