Community College of the Air Force Degree

Instructor of Technology and Military Science

CCAF Degree Plan

Duties and Responsibilities

Instructs PME subjects. Instructs both indoors and outdoors, using informal lectures, case studies, teaching interviews, guided discussions, and a variety of other teaching methods. Uses computers, software applications, audiovisual equipment, and multi-media tools in support of educational goals.
Plans, organizes, and directs PME programs and activities. Plans and organizes PME requirements for education, facilities, space, equipment, visual aids, and supplies. Develops and revises curriculum materials. Conducts needs analysis.

Monitors entire education program. Plans and organizes phases of education, student flow, and class schedules consistent with production goals and available resources.

Inspects and evaluates PME activities, personnel, and facilities. Conducts periodic inspection of school activities and assists schools in deficiency corrections. Evaluates student performance.

Counsels and advises individuals on academic and nonacademic issues impacting student performance. Monitors and ensures facilities support educational mission.

Prepares and maintains files and records pertinent to PME matters. Prepares and maintains administrative records on each student.

Prepares statistical reports and records about student performance. Maintains completed school record files for historical review.

Provides management consultant services. Conducts and administers symposiums, workshops, or conferences; interprets organizational surveys; evaluates program management effectiveness and provides feedback.

Specialty Qualifications

Knowledge is mandatory of: 

• Principles, techniques, and methods of instructions.
• Use of visual aids.
• Learning processes.
• Curriculum development.
• Education and training evaluation.
• Counseling methods and techniques.

• Completion of a certified in-resident PME course at a level equal to or higher than the course in which member is applying prior to reporting for duty.
  
• For those who will instruct, design, or supervise instruction of PME courses, completion of the Enlisted PME Instructor Course or Air Force approved equivalent course.
  

• E-5 through E-8 with 4 or more years from current/projected grade HYT.
  
• Be qualified in an AFSC and possesses an appropriate skill level commensurate with grade.
  
• Overall rating of "Exceeded some, but not all expectations" or "Exceeded most, if not all expectations" and/or an overall 5 rating on last 3 EPRs.
  
• Must have scored 80 or above on last two fitness tests, or 90 or above on most recent fitness test, no failure on any portion within the last 12 months. No current PT exemptions; except deployment and/or pregnancy.
  
• No record of disciplinary action that resulted in an Article 15 or Unfavorable Information File for the past three years.
  
• Ability to speak clearly and communicate well with others.
  
• Outstanding in appearance, military bearing, professional military image and conduct both on and off duty.
  

• No recorded evidence of emotional instability, personality disorder, or other unresolved mental health problems.
  
• No record of substance abuse or financial irresponsibility; never received substantiated abuse findings as defined in AFI 40- 301, Family Advocacy Program.
  
• Never been convicted by a civilian court of Category 1, 2, or 3 offenses, nor exceeded the accepted number of Category 4 offenses. Category 3 and 4 traffic offenses alone are not disqualifying.
  

• Never been convicted by a general, special, or summary courts-martial.
  
• Commandants recommendation of SDI retention/removal with commander's approval, based on member's ability to perform as an EPME instructor or in a leadership position within the EPME enterprise.
  
• No record of disciplinary action (Letter of Reprimand [LOR] or Article 15) or referral Enlisted Performance Report (EPR) after award of SDI.
• Must maintain local network access IAW AFI 17-130, Cybersecurity Program Management and AFMAN 17-1301, Computer Security.

Civilian Career Options

High Salary: $120,000

Low Salary: $49,690

• Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School: $62,630
• Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary: $59,840
• Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School: $62,500
• Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare: $49,690
• Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary: $101,320
• Education Administrators, Postsecondary: $99,940
• Education Teachers, Postsecondary: $66,930
• Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors: $60,140
• Instructional Coordinators: $66,490
• Training and Development Managers: $120,000

Career Field Education and Training Plan