After one month as a regular recruit, I was chosen for the position as a drill instructor. During my time as an instructor, I - managed 40 recruited civilians every second month - taught recruits everything from the basics such as how to properly stow gear in their storage spaces to handling and firing a weapon - tracked progress and monitored physical, mental training objectives, to ensure that each recruit meets or exceeds the goals - encouraged and supported soldiers who had… Show more After one month as a regular recruit, I was chosen for the position as a drill instructor. During my time as an instructor, I - managed 40 recruited civilians every second month - taught recruits everything from the basics such as how to properly stow gear in their storage spaces to handling and firing a weapon - tracked progress and monitored physical, mental training objectives, to ensure that each recruit meets or exceeds the goals - encouraged and supported soldiers who had problems adapting to new circumstances - led the platoon to be competitive and to outperform other platoons Show less