DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY NAVAL ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL

440 MEYERKORD AVENUE

NEWPORT, RI 02841-1519

From: Commanding Officer, Naval Academy Preparatory School To: Commanding Officer, Naval Education and Training Command

ATTN: NETC N74 (MTS)

Subj : MASTER TRAINING SPECIALIST (MTS) PROGRAM REQUEST

Ref: (a) NETCINST l 500.2E

Encl: (1) NAPSINSTRUCTION 1500.2

5350 Ser NAPS/144 14 Oct 15

I. Per the reference, the Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS) requests permission to participate in the Master Training Specialist (MTS) program. NAPS is currently billeted with eight Instructors (9502) and three Recruit/Assistant Recruit Company Commander/Recruit Instructors (9508). Our mission is to provide formal training and administration to develop Midshipman Candidates morally, mentally and physically, instilling them with the highest ideals of duty, honor and loyalty in order to graduate and prepare them for the United States Naval Academy (USNA) and a future career of Navy or Marine Corps service.

2. NAPS currently has 46 instructors assigned, two MTS qualified instructors on board, and 44 instructors assigned to NAPS who are eligible for participation in this program, have met the requirement outlined in reference (a) or hold NEC 9502 or NEC 9508.

3. NAPS expects to qualify five MTS graduates annually.

4. Enclosure (1) is our current MTS program directive.

5. All aspects of implementing an onsite MTS program were discussed and endorsed by Mr. Frank Topf via email conversation on 11SEP15.

6. Any questions or concerns may be directed to Command Senior Chief Jason Edney at (401) 841-1427, email: edney@naps.edu.

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY NAVAL ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL

440 MEYERKORD AVENUE NEWPORT, RI 02841-1519

NAVAL A ADEMY PREPARAT RY SCHOOL INSTRUCTION 1500.2

FROM: Commanding Officer, Naval Academy Preparatory School

Subj: MASTER TRAINING SPECIALIST PROGRAM

Ref: (a) NETCINST 1500.2E (b) NA VEDTRA 43100-7E (c) NAVEDTRA 43100-71D SAB

Encl: (1) Sample MTS Program Coordinator Designation Letter (2) Sample MTS Mentor Designation Letter (3) Sample MTS Mentor Assignment Letter ( 4) Sample MTS Qualification Letter (5) Sample MTS Classroom Checklist/Evaluation

NAPSINST 1500.2 NAPS 14 Oct 15

1. Purpo e. To issue requirements for certification as Master Training Specialist (MTS) and establish Naval Academy Preparatory School MTS nomination board procedures, per the references.

2. Discuss ion. The MTS program was established to recognize Naval Education and Training Command (NETC) personnel who excel in demanding education and training environment assignments. NETC has endorsed this recognition program for its instructors and personnel assigned to duties in curriculum management. The primary objective of this recognition is to maintain a team of experts capable of supporting the command's instructional mission with the highest quality standards. This expertise will enable the delivery of quality training and evaluation of new instructors.

3. E ligibility. The MTS program is an 18 month program and is open to all military and civilian personnel meeting the eligibility requirements outlined in reference (a). MTS candidates shall complete all requirements within 18 months and be designated no later than six months prior to the members Projected Rotation Date (PRD).

a. Complete formal instructor training through one of the Navy's formal training path instructor schools. The Command can waive this for civilian instructors if deemed that the candidates possess a sufficient or equivalent educational background.

b. Complete Non Resident Training Course (NRTC) 14300A Navy Instructional Theory.

c. Military personnel must receive performance evaluations/fitness reports/appraisals with no grade below a 3 .0 or equivalent during the previous 12 month period prior to enrollment.

d. Civilian personnel must receive, at a minimum, an acceptable in all score categories within their annual assessment.

e. Military personnel shall pass the Physical Fitness Assessment (PF A). Personnel with medical waivers must have passed their most recent PF A prior to waiver.

f. Successfully pass the computer based test with a score of 80 percent or higher.

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h. Must successfully pass the oral board within 3 months after completion of computer based test.

g. Must obtain two instructor evaluations with MTS recommendation annotated within 60 days of oral board.

4. Tasks. The following procedures and responsibilities are established.

a. Commanding Officer (CO): Serves as the MTS certifying authority for the command. Reviews and upon concurrence, certifies MTS nominations forwarded by the MTS Program Coordinator.

(I) Designate in writing a command MTS Program Coordinator.

(2) Chair MTS Qualifications Boards, or designate an MTS qualified member (E-7 or above) to do so.

(3) May remove MTS certification for failure to maintain the qualifications as prescribed by reference (a).

(4) For military MTS certified personnel, ensure relevant comments are incorporated in the individual's performance evaluation or fitness report.

b. MTS Program Coordinator:

( 1) Interview all newly reporting personnel to provide indoctrination and enrollment to qualified, interested personnel. In the event newly reporting personnel have MTS certification from previous instructor duty, obtain certification information.

(2) Issue MTS Core Curriculum Qualification Requirements (CCQR) as per reference (b) and (c).

(3) Schedule MTS training classes for enrolled members.

(4) Strictly monitor adherence to the MTS criteria and requirements stated in references (a) through (c).

(5) Review nominations to ensure eligibility requirements have been met.

(6) Schedule and convene MTS Boards a needed.

(7) Submit MTS recommendations packages to the CO for certification upon approval of the MTS Board.

(8) Review this instruction in its entirety on an annual basis and forward all updates/changes to the Commanding Officer for review and approval.

(9) Ensure that a Page D entry is created to reflect the date of certification and forwarded with a copy of the MTS Certificate to Navy Personnel Command (PERS-313) for entry into the Member's record.

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c. MTS Board:

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(1) Will convene when scheduled and will be composed of the following personnel:

(a) MTS coordinator - Chair.

(b) Two MTS qualified members .

(c) Additional MTS members as determined by the MTS Coordinator.

(2) Interview nominees on any portion of the MTS JQR which the board deems appropriate. Forward favorable recommendations to MTS Program Coordinator.

d. If a member fails the written test or board, they shall successfully complete that area within three months. If the member fails to become eligible in all respects within the three month period, the member shall restart the qualification process.

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SAMPLE MTS PROGRAM COORDINATOR DESIGNATION LETTER

From: Commanding Officer Naval Academy Preparatory School To: RATE/RANK FULL NAME, USN, XXX-XX-XXXX

Subj: DESIGNATION AS COMMAND MASTER TRAINING SPECIALIST PROGRAM COO RD INA TOR

Ref: (a) NETCINST 1500.2E (b) Core Competency Qualification Requirements (CCQR) (c) COMDTMIDNINST 1500.2

1. You are hereby designated as the Command Master Training Specialist (MTS) Program Coordinator. With this designation, you are granted "By direction" authority for matters pertaining to the MTS Program.

2. You will thoroughly familiarize yourself with the duties and responsibilities outlined in the references.

M. D. DOHERTY

FIRST ENDORSMENT

From: RA TE/RANK FULL NAME, USN, XXX-XX-XXXX To: Commanding Officer Naval Academy Preparatory School

1. I have thoroughly familiarized myself with the references, and have assumed the duties as Command Master Training Specialist Program Coordinator.

FULL NAME RA TE/RANK, USN

SAMPLE MTS MENTOR DESIGNATION LETTER

Enclosure (1)

From: Commanding Officer, Naval Academy Preparatory School To: RA TE/RANK FULL NAME, USN

NAPSINST 1500.2 14 Oct 15

Subj: DESIGNATION AS A MASTER TRAINING SPECIALIST (MTS) MENTOR

Ref: (a) NETCINST 1500.2E (b) COMDTMIDNINST 1500.2A ( c) NA VEDTRA 43100-7E

1. Per references (a) through (c), you are hereby designated as an MTS Mentor. As an MTS Mentor you shall exemplify advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities in the delivery of quality education and training. You shall also possess leadership abilities above that which are required to become qualified as MTS. Additionally, you shall:

a. Familiarize yourself with all references, processes, and methodologies pertaining to this instruction.

b. Track the progress of all assigned mentorees and deliver monthly progress reports to the Command MTS Program Coordinator

c. Maintain your instructor certification(s) as required.

d. Be available to teach MTS program (PQS) topics on a regular basis.

FIRST ENDORSEMENT

From: RA TE/RANK FULL NAME, USN

MTS Program Coordinator By direction

To: Commanding Officer, Naval Academy Preparatory School

Date:

1. I, RA TE/RANK FULL NAME, fully understand the duties and responsibilities required to be an MTS Mentor. I further understand that my MTS qualification may be removed by the Commanding Officer for failure to adhere to the policies set forth in references (a) and (b).

FULL NAME RA TE/RANK, USN

Copy to: MTS Program Coordinator

SAMPLE MTS MENTOR ASSIGNMENT LETTER

Enclosure (2)

NAPSINST 1500.2 14 Oct 15

From: Command Master Training Specialist (MTS) Coordinator To: RATE/RANK, FULL NAME

Subj: ASSIGNMENT AS MASTER TRAINING SPECIALIST (MTS) MENTOR

Ref: (a) NETCINST l 500.2E (b) COMDTMIDNINST 1500.2A ( c) NA VEDTRA 43100-7E

l. Having been designated as an MTS Mentor as outlined in references (a) through (c), you are hereby assigned duties as an MTS Mentor for the following MTS Candidates.

RATE NAME SIGNATURE

2. The above candidate signatures acknowledge assignment of the above subject MTS Mentor.

MEMBER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

1. I have read the above instruction and fully understand my duties and responsibilities as a Master Training Specialist Mentor.

2. I also understand it is my responsibility to comply with the above instruction in guiding my assigned candidates towards the successful completion of their certification as a Master Training Specialist.

MTS MENTOR RA TE/RANK, FULL NAME MTS MENTOR SIGNATURE Date

MTS COO RD INA TOR RA TE/RANK, FULL NAME MTS COORD. SIGNATURE Date

SAMPLE QUALIFICATION LETTER

Enclosure (3)

From: Command MTS Program Coordinator To: Commanding Officer Naval Academy Preparatory School

NAPSINST 1500.2 14 Oct 15

Subj: MASTER TRAINING SPECIALIST QUALIFICATION ICO RA TE/RANK, FULL NAME, USN, XXX-XX-XXXX SSN,USN)

Ref: (a) NETCINST 1500.2E (b) COMDTMIDNINST 1500.2 (c) Core Competency Qualification Requirements (CCQR)

1. Per references (a) and (b), and having completed the requirements set forth in reference (c), (Rate/rank name) is recommended for designation as a Master Training Specialist. (Rate/rank name) has fulfilled all MTS eligibility requirements and is strongly recommended by the MTS examination board for designation as a Master Training Specialist.

a. Period enrolled in MTS Program: DD-MMM-YYYY to DD-MMM-YYYY

b. NEC: 9502, 9508, XXXX

c. Instructor certified: DD-MMM-YYYY

d. Current PRD/EAOS: MM-YYYY/DD-MMM-YYYY

e. Justification: (Rate/rank name) has been assigned as a Platform Instructor to instruct Course Short Titles, providing ( # of hours instructed) hours of instruction to (XX) number of students. (Rate/rank name) is an inspirational instructor who excels in motivating students to reach their full potential. (He/She) is always available to ensure that each student receives and understands the course material necessary to succeed in their assigned missions.

2. As a result of (his/her) superlative efforts, both Fleet readiness and the Navy's strength in the (Member's Rate) have been significantly improved.

MTS PROGRAM COO RD INA TOR

COMMANDING OFFICER DECISION:

_________ Approved

_________ Disapproved

Copy to: Member Service Record

Enclosure ( 4)

CLASSROOM INSTRUCTOR EVALUATION CHECKLIST NAME RA TE DA TE COURSE TOPIC TITLE CIN TECHNICAL TECHNIQUE PRACTICE TEACHING

c:::J CERTIFICATION c::J MONTHL Y 1 2 3 c::lQUARTERLY

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1 2 3 HIGH/MODERATERISK Yes/No

Evaluate each item on the checklist as YES, NI (Needs improvement) NO or NIA (Not Applicable)

1. INTRODUCTION YES NI NO NIA a. Displayed course and topic title. b. Introduced self. c. Explained how the material fits into the course.

d. Explained objectives to the students. e. Stressed the importance of safety. f. Explained the importance of satisfactory performance.

g. Motivated students to do their best. 2. PRESENTATION a. Lesson plan has been personalized. b. Classroom and materials are ready for training.

c. Information technical\~ accurate. d. Taught from the discussion points. e. Used the lesson plan effectively. f. Transitioned and chained material effectively.

g. Used questioning techniques effectively. h. Used technology/training aids effectively. i. Maintained proper eye contact. j. Displayed enthusiasm. k. Used gestures effectively. I. Maintained a positive, professional attitude.

m. Used time effectively. n. Avoided distracting mannerisms. o. Used communication skills effective!~. 2· Maintained flexibilit~ . q. Used personal experiences/examples to stress material.

r. Explained material clearly. 3. INSTRUCTOR/STUDENT INTERACTION a. Established and maintained student attention.

b. Encouraged student participation. c. Checked for student comprehension. d. Established/maintained proper instructor/student relationship.

4.SUMMARY a. Related objective to lesson. b. Summarized lesson 2ro2erl~ .

c. Questions checked student understanding. d. Reemphasized the importance of safety.

Enclosure (5)

NAPSINST 1500.2 14 Oct 15

Satisfactory Unsatisfactory Recommended for a Waiver Recommended for MTS

REMARKS COMPLETED BY THE EV ALU ATOR

All behaviors evaluated as NII or NO will be explained under this section. Also include any comments of an outstanding nature. A statement concerning safety procedures must be included in this section.

SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF THE EVALUATOR DA TE

INSTRUCTOR IMPROVEMENT PLAN

I have been debriefed on this evaluation. I understand the areas that need improvement and will take the following action:

SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF THE INSTRUCTOR DA TE

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