Region & Culture Instructor / Subject Matter Expert

About the role

The Region & Culture Instructor/SME develops, delivers, and assesses regionally focused, culture‑specific curriculum for USAF and partner‑nation students, ensuring deep sociocultural understanding for Air Advisor and DoD missions across multiple combatant commands.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, update, and deliver region‑specific curriculum and courseware for USAF and partner‑nation students.
• Provide instruction on national security strategy, DoD regulations, irregular warfare, and cultural awareness.
• Prepare classrooms, manage academic equipment and ensure training materials are current and available.
• Assess student performance, conduct evaluations, and coordinate make‑up or remedial instruction as needed.
• Liaise with functional experts such as the Air Force Culture and Language Center and other commands to keep curriculum relevant.

Required profile

• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Master’s degree or higher in International Studies or a related field focused on the theater of operations.
• Prior experience as a military advisor, foreign area officer, or equivalent role with partner‑nation interaction.
• Fluent English, valid passport and driver’s license.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lb and stand for extended periods.