Instructor Award Examples

Instructor (BCT3, ALC)

Achievement 1: SSG Avent excelled as A Co, 232nd MED BN Operations NCO from February 7, 2020, to June 10, 2021. Under his leadership, the OPS department processed 1,500 personnel and 30 legal actions with 100% accuracy during the Coronavirus epidemic. He supported TRADOC's people-first initiative, leading discussion groups with 700 trainees on extremism, racism, and mental health awareness. He established a command inspection protocol adopted for the battalion and was formally recognized by the 232nd CSM for enhancing BN staff processes.

Achievement 2: SSG Avent displayed exceptional leadership as he outshined 180 peers to instruct BCT3 from June 11, 2021, to March 6, 2023. Overseeing 32 rigorous pre-deployment missions and mentoring 5,000 Medics showcased his medical prowess. Recognized as Instructor of the Cycle 12 times, his technical acumen impressed the brigade commander. SSG Avent's innovative training program slashed preparation time by 50% and certified 12 instructors, boosting student capacity significantly. His impact on readiness and training efficiency was unparalleled, setting a gold standard for instructional excellence.

Achievement 3: SSG Avent was chosen above his peers to instruct at the Advanced Leader Course (ALC) from March 7, 2023, to July 9, 2024. He modernized the damage control resuscitation and autologous whole blood POI, certifying 624 Army leaders on complex medical procedures for near-peer and large-scale combat operations, achieving a 99% pass rate over 12 cycles. His medical knowledge and intellect allowed him to critically update course curricula across a multitude of programs within the 32d Med BDE (ALC, BCT3, CMSTP) during his tenure.

Achievement 4: SSG Avent conducted EO briefings for 2,000 soldiers across 32d MED BDE and US Army South. He coordinated MEDCoE's Pride Month observance at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, promoting the Army's EO initiative. As MFT, SSG Avent organized 20 ACFT events for soldiers in 14 programs within the 32d Medical Brigade, as well as troops from BAMC and Army South. He taught TCCC to 1,200 BOLC students and Army recruits, educating Army leaders and future soldiers on battlefield wound management, while aiding the Army's recruiting efforts.

Cable Systems Instructor and Writer

Meritorious service while serving as Cable Systems Installer (25L) and Writer, High Tech Regional Training Site-Sacramento (HTRTS-S), California. During this period, Sergeant First Class (SFC) Castor served with distinction and honor and demonstrated tremendous commitment to his duties. SFC Castor facilitated 20 classes totaling 3,600 hours, resulting in a remarkable one hundred percent student pass rate and the successful retraining of 278 soldiers. In addition, he coordinated and supervised team member activities during the construction, installation, and recovery of cable and wire communications systems and auxiliary equipment valued at more than three million dollars. Sergeant First Class Castor's extraordinary efforts during this period reflect great credit upon himself, the High Tech Regional Training Site-Sacramento and the United States Army.

Instructor, Civil and Mechanical Engineering

Meritorious service while serving as Instructor, Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, United States Military Academy. During this period, SFC Johnson exhibited initiative in learning six new types of concrete testing equipment. In addition, he developed a new organizational equipment layout for the concrete and structural laboratory, and department calendar to facilitate cadet-lead capstone teams to utilizing lab equipment in a more efficient manner. Moreover, he instituted new policies to utilize the first-in, first-out method for concrete mixing material, preventing the loss of over 3,000 dollars in inventory annually. Finally, he sacrificed 40 hours of his personal time over three weeks to complete catacomb clean out in Mahan Hall, resulting in over 3,000 pounds of material being cleaned out. SFC Johnson's actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Military Academy and the United States Army.

STE Student OIC

For meritorious achievement while serving as STE Student OIC for the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) School of Medicine (SOM) class of 2022, U.S. Army Forces Command. 2LT Nelson's outstanding professionalism, leadership and knowledge were instrumental in standing up an 80 hour Situational Training Events (STE) educational curriculum, enhancing the tactical proficiency and teamwork of 144 USUHS students. In the months prior to the event, he contributed more than 126 hours of meticulous planning while simultaneously completing USUHS's rigorous medical academic coursework. 2LT Nelson helped craft and execute a syllabus addressing key topics of the profession of arms, including basic officership, troop leading procedures, movement under fire and small-unit tactics. Significantly, when faced with the obstacles to in-person training presented by the Corona Virus Infectious Disease, he pioneered methods for conducting this training remotely. 2LT Nelson's extraordinary efforts and accomplishments during this period reflect credit upon himself, the U.S. Army Forces Command, and the United States Army.

Training Network Division Chief

1LT Lapointe is cited for outstanding achievement while serving as the Training Network Division Chief for the Cyber Center of Excellence's (CCoE) G6 Directorate from August 2016 to September 2018. Demonstrating superior professional competence, 1LT Lapointe skillfully managed the installation of new training network consolidation in Brandt Hall to support tactical training for students across the CCoE. Faced with the imposing challenges of escalating system demands, non-existent equipment, short staff, and budgetary constraints, she extensively researched and identified innovative technology based solutions to meet training requirements. Determined to provide affordable state-of-the-art facilities, 1LT Lapointe solicited to obtain designs and software for the consolidation project. As a direct result of her efforts, new training networks were established to support over 1,500 students annually in Brandt Hall. 1LT Lapointe's extraordinary foresight and vison ensured that the training network was flexible and scalable and able to support training needs for years to come. Under her supervision, the training network team's tenacious pursuit of computer network excellence significantly advanced the CCoE's goal of fully leveraging technology to support its students and staff. 1LT Lapointe's dedication, judgment, leadership, devotion to duty, and the ability to adapt herself to any assignment or situation reflected credit upon herself, her unit and the United States Army.

13B Instructor

SFC Peterson provided attention to detail and instruction that was vital to 3rd Battalion receiving the "Institute of Excellence" rating from the Field Artillery Proponent QAO team, Fires Center of Excellence Fort Sill, Oklahoma. While performing duties as the howitzer section chief for two Live Fire Exercises (LFX), he continually conducted quality assurance and control in accordance with the established Standard Operating Procedures, Program of Instruction, and Course Management Plans. The 13B course students were able to test and validate their classroom knowledge through relevant, hands-on training, firing over 300 rounds during each LFX with zero losses to equipment or personnel. His technical expertise proved invaluable during these LFXs.

Senior Scout Observer (SSO)

Specialist Gilbert participated in PTA as an SSO and was able to identify and establish safe routes for speed and concealment that contributed to C/troop's overall success. He helped prepare and instruct classes for all Recon Academies conducted in C/troop which trained and certified all new scouts assigned to the unit. In addition, Specialist Gilbert earned his EIB and trained others to earn theirs by teaching EIB tasks and grading during EIB testing. Moreover, Specialist Gilbert's actions as an SSO, by observing and identifying enemy targets during JRTC, provided 2IBCT with real time intelligence and contributed to the unit's overall success.

Chemical Instructor

On MAY 21, 2021, during the Battalion accreditation, Sergeant First Class Langdon partnered with the staff and instructors to ensure they could understand and articulate the unit's mission. He prepared over eight hours of instruction for classes and trained and assisted more than twenty Soldiers on numerous tasks. His tact, diligent preparation, positive attitude toward his job, and willingness to accept additional responsibilities were particularly vital to 3RD 104th Regiment 102nd Division annual training mission at FT. Leonardwood, MO.

CROWS Primary Instructor, B/1-104 CAV

SGT Friedrich volunteered, without hesitation, to be the Common Remotely Operated Weapons System (CROWS) Primary Instructor for the Squadron. SGT Friedrich successfully trained 52 Soldiers from across the Squadron, resulting in the Squadron meetings its mission of training and qualifying 52 Soldiers as a pre-mobilization requirement.