A noncommissioned officer employed as an ASI to complete the unit's basic complement of instructors. In the context of AFJROTC program requirements, operations and activities, the ASI is supervised by and reports directly to the SASI (AFJROTC Department Head). A successful ASI is an effective leader who is action oriented, outgoing, proactive, and self-reliant. Must be of excellent moral character and have an enthusiasm for aerospace science, leadership education, teaching, and the Air Force. The ASI assists with the instruction, supervision and development of students, and the operation of the unit as directed by the SASI. Although ASI primary instructor duties are usually associated with leadership education, the ASI may also teach aerospace science subjects, if qualified and not prohibited by federal, state, or school policy. Schools usually assign the ASI as the unit’s primary military property custodian (MPC). Academic, administrative, logistical, financial support tasks, and after- school activities are equally shared by all instructors as regular duties. Specific Duties of the ASI: Maintain liaison with Air Force representatives in academics, logistics, finance, and academic areas to ensure effective utilization of Air Force resources. Ensure the integration of the AFJROTC program into the school environment by cultivating a positive atmosphere of cooperation with school, community, veteran’s, and parental groups; participating in student information programs and public service actions; and ensuring AFJROTC is established and remains a separate, integral academic and administrative department of the institution. Plan, organize, and instruct aerospace science and leadership education academic courses in compliance with this instruction and other applicable directives. Ensure all courses meet minimum required hours of course content and organize a curriculum model to complement the local school curriculum plan. Develop course syllabi, daily and weekly lesson plans, assignments, demonstrations, training aids, reference materials, and any related data to accomplish course and lesson objectives. Complete lesson plans are furnished to each instructor by the Holm Center and they may be tailored to fit the format directed by the school. When the school does not specify a particular format, instructors must use the format outlined in the AFJROTC Curriculum Guide. Confer with Holm Center/DE (Academic Affairs) regarding course planning and content, examination procedures, scheduling difficulties, teaching methods and techniques, and other related areas. Instruct students by a variety of means, such as lecture, guided discussion, lecture and discussion combined, student briefing or report, student panel, teaching interviews, guest lectures, team teaching, demonstration-performance, role playing, and brainstorming or problem solving using large and small group interaction. Develop, maintain, and use a detailed lesson plan for each class presentation. Employ models, graphs, slides, maps, periodicals, films, filmstrips, charts, transparencies, chalkboard, handouts, and other aids to facilitate student learning. Evaluate student progress, diagnose individual learning problems, and initiate corrective action, as appropriate. Encourage students, through proactive counseling, to complete high school and pursue higher education goals. Ensure effective development of cadet leaders and supervise cadet operations and activities. Plan, organize, and direct corps organization. Develop and supervise curriculum-in-action (CIA) trips, associated student fundraising and other co-curricular activities. Maintain required Title 10 unit viability/cadet enrollment and unit operation/management outlined in this instruction. Ensure cadets maintain high standards of personal conduct and appearance at all times. Ensure each AFJROTC student participates in the AFJROTC curriculum as prescribed by the school, state, and the Air Force. Follow the AFJROTC financial procedures and maintain financial accountability in accordance with AFJROTC policy. Participate in career improvement efforts such as in-service training, workshops, and advanced educational courses for professional development, as required by AFJROTC, school, state, or federal directives or laws. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment. Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment Environment: Work inside, work outside; regular exposure to noise Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours Regular attendance in accordance with District policy is required and expected. Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time it deems advisable.