Job Opportunities & Careers
- Assistant Academic Dean
- Computer Science Instructor
- Middle and High School Math Instructor
- Middle and High School English Instructor
- JROTC Army Instructor
- College and Career Guidance Counselor
- Assistant Baseball Coach
- Company Leadership Advisor
- Photography Intern
- ELL Instructor
- Instructional Coordinator for Chinese and ELL Instruction
Assistant Academic Dean
Missouri Military Academy is seeking an outstanding educator for the position of Assistant Academic Dean for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year. This is a 12 month position that reports to the Academic Dean.
The ideal candidate is a licensed teacher with a master’s degree in education administration. Candidates must have at least five years of teaching experience with a strong background in curriculum and instruction and administrative experience would be a plus. Applicants must demonstrate a master of current pedagogy for 7th-12th grades. A commitment to the academic, social/emotional growth and physical/mental wellness of students is essential. Being able to work collaboratively with fellow faculty members and residential staff is critical for this position. Candidates should be realistic and excited about the challenges and rewards of teaching and working in a boarding school environment.
Missouri Military Academy offers a dynamic educational experience for boys in grades 7-12 in a military boarding school environment. The Academy is known for its military educational model and 360 Degree Education, which provides a structured, well-rounded, holistic education that is centered upon the pillars of academic excellence, character development, physical fitness and health and the enhancement of leadership and life skills.
Qualified candidates may submit resume and cover letter to:
Melissa.miller@missourimilitaryacademy.com
Computer Science Instructor
Missouri Military Academy is currently seeking a talented and experienced Computer Science Instructor to join our team.
Instruct cadets on how computers work, including the basic science and mathematics behind their operation and the hardware and the software built on those foundations.
Essential Duties:
The essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: ·Instructional teaching of courses using various software programs and hardware devices such as computer terminals, laptops, printers, etc. ·Assisting with course administration such as grading assignments, managing cadet attendance, and managing cadet progress through completion of assignments. ·Assisting with course administration such as grading assignments, managing student attendance, and managing student progress through completion of assignments. ·Maintaining a positive working relationship with faculty and cadets by providing professional development opportunities; providing feedback on courses; providing feedback on cadets' performance; providing feedback on the overall educational environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
- At least two years of experience teaching computer courses preferred.
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
Middle and High School Math Instructor
The ideal candidate is a licensed teacher with a degree in Math and must have previous teaching experience in the subject area, including Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. Applicants must have a current understanding of best practice and pedagogy in teaching Math to cadets at the middle and high school levels. A graduate degree in Math or a related field is preferred. Persons with expertise in multiple academic areas and/or coaching experience are highly desirable. A commitment to the academic and social/emotional growth of students is essential.
Faculty members serve in a wide capacity across the campus including participating in student life activities, as well as academic advisors. Being able to work collaboratively with fellow faculty members and residential staff is critical for this position. Candidates should be realistic and excited about the challenges and rewards of teaching and working in an academically challenging college preparatory school environment.
Missouri Military Academy offers a dynamic educational experience for boys in grades 7-12 in a military boarding school environment. The Academy is known for its 360 Degree Education, which provides a structured, well-rounded, holistic education that is centered upon the pillars of academic excellence, character development, personal motivation, physical health and the enhancement of leadership skills.
Salary commensurate to qualifications and experience.
Middle and High School English Instructor
The ideal candidate is a licensed teacher with a degree in English and must have previous teaching experience in the subject area, including composition, literature, poetry and speech. Applicants must have a current understanding of best practice and pedagogy in teaching English to cadets at the middle and high school levels. A graduate degree in English or a related field is preferred. Persons with expertise in multiple academic areas and/or coaching experience are highly desirable. A commitment to the academic and social/emotional growth of students is essential.
Faculty members serve in a wide capacity across the campus including participating in student life activities, as well as academic advisors. Being able to work collaboratively with fellow faculty members and residential staff is critical for this position. Candidates should be realistic and excited about the challenges and rewards of teaching and working in an academically challenging college preparatory school environment.
Missouri Military Academy offers a dynamic educational experience for boys in grades 7-12 in a military boarding school environment. The Academy is known for its 360 Degree Education, which provides a structured, well-rounded, holistic education that is centered upon the pillars of academic excellence, character development, personal motivation, physical health and the enhancement of leadership skills.
Salary commensurate to qualifications and experience.
JROTC Army Instructor
Job Title: JROTC Army Instructor
Term: 10 month position
Position summary: To be an effective professional who demonstrates through curriculum knowledge, can teach and assess effectively, take responsibility for professional development and has students who achieve well. Must be certified by US Army Cadet Command.
Essential Functions:
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirement and show written evidence of preparation as required.
- Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
- Supervise military activities and be present at all formations and drill periods.
- Provides input and assistance for promotion boards, cadet competitions and department functions as required.
- Conduct assessments of student learning styles and use results for instructional activities.
- Work cooperatively with other teachers to modify curricula as needed for students.
- Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to MMA requirements.
- Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
- Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor outside activities.
- Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school.
- Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Manage student behavior in accordance with the Cadet Handbook and Academic Procedures Manual.
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication with parents, students, teachers, and dean.
- Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
- Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
- Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (classroom, campus, hallways, restrooms, field trips, etc.).
- Attends extra-curricular activities (e.g. sports activities, student centered activities, concerts, music programs, district programs, etc.) for the purpose of supporting students and staff in school functions and ensuring continued rapport with students and staff.
Specific duties and tasks:
- Teaches a minimum of three block classes
- Serve as a class sponsor
- Serve as a class advisor
- Provide furlough duty – minimum two per academic year
- Provide residential weekend/evening activity support – minimum two per academic year
- Serve one buddy pack service per academic year
- Provide as intramural/varsity athletic supervisor or assistance each season
- Performs other duties as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
- Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
- Must be able to interpret and enforce policy & procedures
- Be able to manage multiple priorities.
- Computer literacy to include using the Office Suite and Blackbaud.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Physical demands and work environment: the physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical demands: While performing this job, the employee must be able to lift 25 pounds, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and keyboards; reach with hands and arms (both), balance, stoop, and stand for at least two hours at a time. The employee must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs multiple times daily. The specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Work is performed inside and outside in all types of weather conditions with slipping, tripping and bumping hazards.
General sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies.
College and Career Guidance Counselor
The primary objective of College and Career Guidance Counselor is to help prepare each cadet for postsecondary (college and career) success within the school counseling program that includes action plans to help all cadets academically, emotionally and socially. The program will be implemented in accordance with best practices of the American School Counselor Association and the National Association of Independent Schools.
JOB PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide support to cadets in their process of applying to and selecting a college, partner with parents, and represents MMA to colleges and universities.
- Keep abreast of issues and trends in college admissions, higher education, testing, as well as keeping up-to-date about specific colleges and maintaining membership in professional organizations: the College Board, National Association of College Admission Counselor or Missouri Association of College Admission Counselors, American School Counseling Association, and the Center for Credentialing & Educational Global Career Development Facilitator Credential.
- Oversee college furloughs in communication with the Commandant’s office.
- Visit college campuses and attend workshops to stay abreast of university offerings and maintain familiarity with signature programs.
- Coordinate the A+ Scholarship Program
- Coordinate work-based learning opportunities
- Seek public and private scholarships on a local, regional, national and international level.
- Knowledge of Education Edge (Blackbaud) network for registrars and understanding to print schedules, transcripts and GPA information as needed.
- Work in conjunction with the Registrar with Naviance Application software to create college lists, generate reports, and import and export data as needed and advise cadets on course selection and the consequences of those choices in the college selection process.
- Provide professional development on College applications and Career Development
- Advise cadets and their parents in grades 9-12, individually and in groups, regarding college selection, application and admission procedures, with a focus on fit.
- Oversee the timely completion of faculty recommendations for cadets applying to college.
- Develop reports for the Academic Dean, President and/or Board of Trustees regarding cadet progress and college placement statistics.
- Maintain an attractive, informative and up-to-date college counseling center.
- Oversee visits to colleges and visits from college representatives.
- Establish and maintain connections with college representatives to advocate for applicants.
- Coordinate with the English Department to offer a college essay and application workshop.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Academics or Assistant Dean of Academics.
- Participate in all faculty and staff meetings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required. College admissions, post-graduate courses, and/or Master’s degree a plus.
- Work with Naviance Application software to create college lists, generate reports, and import and export data as needed.
- Five years of teaching and/or administrative experience in an independent school environment preferred.
- Knowledge of a range of college options, including those with strong academic support for cadets with learning differences.
- Experience managing assessment data and using it to drive educational decisions.
- A strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, flexibility, ease and experience with computers, and a willingness to coordinate efforts with others.
- Enthusiasm for teaching adolescents and working with parents of adolescents.
- Calculate GPA and awards.
- Must have good attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
- A desire to work in a diverse and inclusive school environment.
- A commitment to work collaboratively and innovatively with colleagues.
- An ability to communicate respectfully, proactively, and honestly both orally and in writing with parents, colleagues, and administrators regarding curriculum and cadets.
- A positive attitude, excellent written and oral skills, strong organizational skills and success within a work setting that requires collaboration, cooperation, flexibility, and collegiality.
Physical demands and work environment:
- The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
- The employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear.
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel. The employee is required to use computers, computer accessories, telephone, copier, FAX machine, and other such equipment.
- The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch.
- The employee is frequently required to supervise cadets requiring the employee to match walk a speed that coordinates with cadets and may at times require the ability to run to safeguard cadets.
- Employee must occasionally move equipment and/or supplies.
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- The employee is required to work with school staff, cadets and parents.
- The employee is regularly required to handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Work is performed inside and outside in all types of weather conditions with slipping, tripping and bumping hazards.
Assistant Baseball Coach
Missouri Military Academy (MMA) is seeking qualified applicant for baseball coach (spring season).
Essential responsibilities and duties:
- Assist head coach in ensuring the highest possible level of service is delivered to students while fostering a culture of academic excellence.
- Assist head coach for participating students to achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values and discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.
- Ability to enforce discipline and sportsmanship at all times, and demonstrate effective human relations and communication skills.
- Ensuring compliance with MSHSAA
- Knowledge of the sports rules
- Maintaining statistics on players
- Understanding and adherence to MMA policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Prior high school coaching experience
- Sport First Aid Course
Missouri Military Academy offers a dynamic educational experience for boys in grades 7 -12 in a military boarding school environment. The Academy is known for its 360 Degree Education, which provides a well-rounded, holistic education that is centered upon the pillars of academic excellence, character development, personal motivation, physical health and the enhancement of leadership skills.
Qualified candidates may submit resume and cover letter to:
Melissa Miller, MBA, HRM
Director for Human Resources
melissa.miller@missourimilitaryacademy.com
573.581.1776 ext. 224
Company Leadership Advisor
General Responsibilities:
Missouri Military Academy seeks a full time Company Leadership Advisor (CLA). This position supervises cadets in the residence life setting and ensures a safe and secure living environment. This position requires an individual who will be a Leader, a Teacher, and a Role Model for young men. Individual must be able to develop strong relationships with cadets, families, and teaching faculty. This is a full-time position.
Essential Tasks:
- Provide direct supervision of cadet’s well-being including physical, emotional, and spiritual.
- Mentor and counsel cadets on mature behavior, ethics and strong leadership principles
- Administer discipline to cadets in violation of Academy rules set forth by the Cadet Handbook and MMA’s defined policies.
- Supervise, develop and train cadet leaders/officers to ensure there is proper and legal treatment of all cadets.
- Provide instruction of cadets in the areas of academic assistance, leadership, physical well-being, moral character, and self-discipline
- Promote healthy life choices, proper personal hygiene, and responsible decision making.
- Supervise barracks life for cadets to include activities and emotional support.
- Set exemplary personal example in both appearance and conduct to include military courtesies along with executing the mission of MMA through positive role-modeling and constructive interaction with cadets.
- Ensure prompt responses to parents’ questions, inquiries and concerns
- Mentor cadets in the development and execution of individual leadership, time management, ethics, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Conduct risk assessments as necessary for cadet activities and makes recommendations
- Implement appropriate disciplinary action to maintain the good order and efficiency of the Corps of Cadets in accordance with academy policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Other duties as assigned by Commandant of Cadets.
Position Requirements:
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to relate and communicate with boys and young men
- Attention to detail and effective reporting
- Time management – ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
- Mature, professional, and stable demeanor when dealing with discipline issues
- Passion to want to make a positive difference in young men’s lives
- Prior Military experience preferred – Honorable service as verified on DD214
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred (will consider certain military qualification in lieu of degree)
- Abstinence from the use of tobacco and profanity when on duty.
Office Hours, Dates of Duties and Vacation
- Typical working hours are 1500 to 2300, forty hours a week over a rotating schedule including weekends.
- Paid Vacation will be Christmas and Spring furloughs, and two weeks between September 1st and August 31st each year. Vacation time will be at the approval of supervisor.
Physical demands and work environment:
- The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and climb stairs.
- The employee is frequently required to lift up to 30lbs of supplies or equipment.
- The employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear.
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel.
- The employee is required to use computers, computer accessories, telephone, copier, FAX machine, and other such equipment.
- The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch.
- The employee is frequently required to supervise students requiring the employee to match walk a speed that coordinates with students and may at times require the ability to run to safeguard students.
- The employee must occasionally move equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 50lbs.
- The employee is frequently required to work indoors and outdoors in the heat and cold on a year-round basis.
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- The employee is required to work with school staff, students, and parents.
- The employee is regularly required to handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Work is performed inside and outside in all types of weather conditions with slipping, tripping and bumping hazards.
Photography Intern
Missouri Military Academy is looking for an energetic, innovative college student to fill an available summer internship in the Academy’s Office of Marketing and Communications. This position provides a unique opportunity to build a student’s resume and photography portfolio and to gain professional experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Internship Responsibilities:
Missouri Military Academy is a private, college prep boarding school for boys in grades 7-12 that incorporates the principles of military leadership and tradition into our curriculum. Intern will be responsible for …
- Photography during MMA summer camps, following our campers in their active days and evenings
- Contribute to social media platforms, sharing photos to update families on their campers’ activities
- Assist with online photo and video galleries
- Assist with video slideshow creation for final camp ceremonies
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Communications
Internship Requirements:
- The ideal candidate should be an undergraduate or graduate student majoring in photography, art, communications, public relations, marketing or graphic design.
- Experience with various social media platforms.
- Excellent photography skills
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
- Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Proficiency in computer skills and applications, including Microsoft Office. Adobe CS experience is a plus.
- Ability to work as a member of a team and in an individual capacity
- Interest in furthering the cause of a nonprofit educational institution and broadening the experience of young people.
- Ability to commit 40 hours per week, with a flexible structure.
- A willingness to be creative and have fun at work!
Compensation:
$15/hour. Room and board in residence hall may be available.
Physical demands and work environment: the physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical demands: While performing this job, the employee must be able to lift 30 pounds, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and keyboards; reach with hands and arms (both), balance, stoop, and stand for at least two hours at a time. The employee must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs multiple times daily. The specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Work is performed inside and outside in all types of weather conditions with slipping, tripping and bumping hazards.
ELL Instructor
Summary:
To teach and assist ELL students in improving their English skills (reading, listening, conversation, writing). To instruct ELL students in classes and learning experiences which will lead to the achievement of their educational and personal goals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Utilize appropriate ELL curriculum using a variety of materials and teaching techniques to enhance student learning and outcomes, and to maintain student interest.
- Maintain accurate, current, and complete records. Assess and document student progress, assist with data collection efforts, and complete required reports.
- Prepare a syllabus and daily lesson plans for each session/class based on student needs, class and
- individual profiles, and student interest.
- Maintain confidentiality of student records and personal information at all times.
- Incorporate the use of technology into the curriculum and classroom instruction as appropriate.
- Maintain cooperative relationships and open communication with all staff and students. Keep Director informed of all pertinent information.
- Administers tests and language assessments for the purpose of evaluating students’ language ability.
- Instructs bilingual students for the purpose of improving their success in academics and skills.
- Utilizes an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans and teaching outlines.
- Pursues a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing students, including lectures, demonstrations, discussions, lectures, and laboratory experiences.
- Plans, develops, and utilizes a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the intellectual and instructional level of students from varied socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, and who possess a range of mental and emotional maturity.
- Reviews, analyzes and evaluates the history, background, and assessment of students in designing instructional programs to meet individual educational needs.
- Individualizes and adapts educational processes and procedures to enhance student educational opportunities.
- Provides group and individual instruction to motivate students, and effectively utilizes the time available for instructional activities.
- Maintains appropriate standards of student behavior, using behavioral management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
- Reviews, analyzes, evaluates, and reports student academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Prepares, administers, scores, records, and reports the results of criterion referenced tests, and administers, scores, records, and reports the results of group standardized tests in evaluating student growth and progress.
- Counsels, confers with and communicates with parents, school, and school personnel regarding student progress, and in the interpretation of the educational program.
- Cooperatively pursues alternative solutions to ameliorate student learning problems, and to enhance expanded academic, social, and emotional growth opportunities.
- Aids department head in selecting appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids.
- Performs a variety of non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instructional development activities, student supervision, and consultation activities.
- Other duties as assigned by the Dean.
Minimum Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, Master’s Degree is preferred. Excellent teaching skills, effective written and verbal communication skills, superb interpersonal and leadership skills, organizational and multi-tasking skills, and ability to relate to people of other cultures or nationalities. He/she should also be patient, creative, detail-oriented and analytical.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Problem solving and decision making skills
- Organizing and planning skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Initiative, motivated, high work standards
- Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of secondary level students;
- Educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and educational trends and research findings pertaining to comprehensive secondary programming;
- Behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures;
- Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for students at the secondary level;
- Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds.
- Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of students, and design, develop, and implement sound instructional and educational programs;
- Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment;
- Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and innovative and creative pilot projects designed to enhance pupil educational opportunities and experiences
Physical demands and work environment: the physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical demands: While performing this job, the employee must be able to lift 25 pounds, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and keyboards; reach with hands and arms (both), balance, stoop, and stand for at least two hours at a time. The employee must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs multiple times daily. The specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Work is performed inside and outside in all types of weather conditions with slipping, tripping and bumping hazards.
Instructional Coordinator for Chinese and ELL Instruction
Missouri Military Academy seeks a full-time Instructional Coordinator for Chinese and ELL Instruction in Mexico, Missouri to advise cadets and teach Chinese and ELL courses; adapt instructional curriculum and delivery methods for different types of learners; develop instructional material and curriculum and coordinate educational content, including lesson plans, handouts, and examinations; develop extra curricular activities for ELL cadets; incorporate technology into instructional methods; facilitate cultural experiences for cadets; provide guidelines to Instructors regarding curriculum and teaching methodology; conduct teacher observations and provide feedback; provide programming status and input to Dean; model ELL instruction for other instructors; and create Professional Development for ELL Instructors.
The position requires a Master’s degree in Education, Teaching English as a Second Language, Applied Foreign Languages, or a closely related field and 1 year of experience as an Instructor or Teacher providing Chinese and ELL instruction to students in a middle or secondary school setting, including providing ELL accommodation techniques for students who are English language learners. Native or near native fluency in Chinese and English required. Apply online at https://www.missourimilitaryacademy.org.