Job Opportunities & Careers

Missouri Military Academy is seeking a full time, 12 month, Assistant Academic Dean of Instruction and Student Learning.   The Assistant Dean assists the Dean of Academics in managing the day-to-day school operations. 

This position is to support the school’s instructional strategy and to ensure its successful execution to include assisting with curriculum development, guidance and counseling, classroom observations, faculty evaluations, and professional development.  Other responsibilities include instructional development of all faculty, implementation and management of school standards-based curriculum and the evaluation and effectiveness of student teaching and learning. 

As part of the academic leadership team, the assistant academic dean of instruction and student learning is responsible for the coordination and assessment of all academic programs offered by MMA, ensuring high quality data driven, differentiated instruction.  An excellent understanding of educational technology is required.  He/she must possess the ability to interact and communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and parents, both orally and in writing. 

A graduate degree is required with previous experience in education administration required.  Candidate with experience in reading/learning specialist are encouraged to apply.  Candidates should be realistic and motivated about the challenges and rewards of working in a boarding school environment, recognizing that work could entail evening and weekend duties. 

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Amy.Groves@MissouriMilitaryAcademy.org.

Missouri Military Academy is seeking full-time Spanish Instructor for the upcoming school year.

The ideal candidate is a licensed teacher with Spanish teaching experience and fluent in the language. Applicants must have a sound understanding of best practices in teaching the subject area to 7^th-12^th grades. 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. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency using digital and online platforms for remote instruction as well as classroom teaching.

A degree in Spanish or related field required, master’s degree and previous teaching experience preferred.

Faculty members serve in a wide capacity across the campus including: club sponsorship, participating in student life activities, and 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 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 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.

Qualified candidates may submit resume and cover letter to: Amy.Groves@MissouriMilitaryAcademy.com

Missouri Military Academy is seeking full-time English as a Second Language Instructor (ESL) for the 2020-2021 school year. 

The ideal candidate is a licensed teacher with ESL teaching experience in multiple subject areas. Applicants must have a sound understanding of best practices in teaching ESL in 7^th-12^th grades. Candidates with a graduate degree and who are bilingual in Spanish or Chinese are 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.  Must be able to demonstrate proficiency using digital and online platforms for remote instruction as well as classroom teaching.

Faculty members serve in a wide capacity across the campus including: club sponsorship, participating in student life activities, and 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 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 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.

Qualified candidates may submit resume and cover letter to: Amy.Groves@MissouriMilitaryAcademy.com

Administrative Assistant to Commandant

The Assistant to the Commandant is a full-time position responsible for working directly in an administrative support role to Commandant.  This position serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies within the Residential Life department.  The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgement, have strong written and verbal communication, maintain confidentiality, administrative and organizational skills and ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.

Performance Responsibilities:

Essential Tasks:

• Performs administrative tasks for Commandant including maintaining calendar, scheduling appointments, maintaining confidential records, maintaining an accurate filing system, composing outgoing correspondence, interpreting policies and procedures to staff and students,
• Provide front counter support to include answering phones, taking messages, directing calls, answering intercom calls, coordinating academic building operations, and greeting and attending to school visitors, staff, and student requests. 
• Type memos, standard operating procedures, etc.
• Copy and distribute documents/forms signed by the Commandant, including but not limited to professional development, invoices, personal day requests, etc.
• Serve as liaison between staff and administration, and parents and administration
• Performs technical and complex administrative support involving the use of independent judgment and an in-depth understanding of the functions and procedures of the office with a working understanding of functions and procedures of campus divisions.
• Respond to all inquiries in a timely manner.
• Organizes, balances, prioritizes, and performs administrative support duties, anticipating business and academic calendars and cycles. Establishes and works within timelines for projects, activities, and required submissions.
• As needed or requested, assist with the hiring process by scheduling interviews, copying applicant information for interviewees, and/or being part of the interview team.
• Set up new mailbox for new employees.  Submit request for email and phone/voicemail set up.  Forward employee information to President’s Administrative Assistant for phone extension list update.
• Process Commandant’s travel arrangements and reimbursement requests.
• Assist with the distribution of student/parent and or staff communication/materials as needed or required.
• Summer Camps registration forms – Upon receipt of signed enrollment agreements, receive, scan, and file forms as a folder in office.  Follow up with families on any missing/incomplete forms
• Assist Commandant department (to include camp counselors with permission slips for day trips.
• Assist with registration day – potentially admissions, academics, or health center.
• Prepare paperwork and items for bulk mailing to parents/students.
• Supervise students sent to the office.
• Send information to the Commandant’s Assistant for inclusion in the Plan of the Day (POD) as needed or requested.
• Interact with cadets and parents and be attentive to their needs
• Organize office area for efficiency, safety, and appearance.
• Coordinate general office operations as needed or required.
• Perform data collection, generate reports; i.e., pulling reports/data on students and/or staff as needed.
• Assist with international insurance enrollment with Health Center and ensure all students are enrolled as applicable.
• Prepare and post Plan of the Day (POD) and Medical Report
• Maintain coordination with the Health Center and update Commandant as needed.
• Maintain records of cadet discipline and
• Provide assistance with end of the year ceremonies as needed, including preparation of the content for graduation program, and final High School Assembly program.
• Perform any other duties/assignments as assigned/requested by the Commandant
• Familiarity with Administrative Assistant to Dean responsibilities, assist as needed, assume responsibilities in AA to Dean’s absence.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of three years of related experience and/or training that includes secretarial or clerical work, or any equivalent combination of related education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential job functions. 

Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of general school office and executive level office environment
• Knowledge of technology in the areas of office and school support software, electronic communication, database systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and office equipment operation; i.e., phones, fax, and copier.
• Strong service-related people skills and problem solving skills as this position is generally the first contact and has significant responsibility in representing the school.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills due to interaction with the general public, school personnel, state agencies, and other agencies on a regular basis.
• Strong, positive interpersonal relationship skills between students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Strong organization skills to balance demands of multi-tasking position.
• Extraordinary attention to detail to meet deadlines and commitments.
• Conscientious attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all areas.
• Requires the knowledge and skill to function in a confidential professional environment.
• Requires the ability to use independent judgment and human relations skills to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Adherence to all school policies, rules and regulations.
• Adherence to all state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Must demonstrate punctuality, good attendance, and strong work ethics in all areas.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  The specific auditory abilities required include activities which require ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make fine discriminations in sounds.  Must be able to operate motor vehicles such as vans and school buses.
• Work environment: Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires regular use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system.  The noise level in the work environment is typical school or busy office setting. 

Missouri Military Academy seeks an outgoing, goal-oriented individual to join our marketing team. The Marketing Coordinator serves the Academy by conveying the strengths and successes of MMA digitally and in print. This position is primarily focused on the Academy’s digital presence and is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the Academy’s brand and identity efforts. The Marketing Coordinator works directly with the Director of Marketing and Communications to manage and maximize earned, owned, and paid media to support recruitment and retention initiatives.  

Essential duties and responsibilities:

1. Develop key multimedia content to support the Academy’s strategic goals, recruitment and retention (including outcome stories, highlights of cadet life, and more) for use on the Academy web site and to be promoted on social media.
2. Design and edit print and digital marketing collateral, collaborating with enrollment, development, and other departments.
3. Provide, or assign, photography as needed to capture and share images of daily life on campus and important campus events. 
4. Provide videography service for important campus events and as needed to support the Academy’s strategic goals.
5. Assist with MMA brand management and the maintenance of the MMA style guide.

Other major duties:

1. Attend school events as required, including those on evenings and weekends.
2. Manage individual and group photographs (school portraits), working with contracted school photographer. 
3. Maintain photography and video archives to ensure files are properly labeled according to best practices for SEO and organized in an easy-to-find format.
4. Serve as liaison between Marketing Office and yearbook class.
5. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 

1. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
2. Knowledge of communication and journalism principles, strategies, and techniques. 
3. Graphic design skills and competency, including expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and basic web editing skills.
4. Ability to compose and edit written and pictorial materials. 
5. Print production management knowledge. 

Qualified candidates submit resume and cover letter to: Amy.Groves@MissouriMilitaryAcademy.com.

Missouri Military Academy (MMA) is seeking qualified applicant for multiple assistant coaching positions.  The available positions are for football (Fall season), wrestling (winter season), and baseball (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: Amy.Groves@MissouriMilitaryAcademy.com

Missouri Military Academy seeks a full-time evening Residential Faculty Officer. This position is responsible for the care and instruction of cadets in the residence life setting and ensures a safe and secure living environment. Individual must be able to develop strong relationships with cadets, families, and teaching faculty. 

The hours for this position are 3:30pm – 11:30pm.

Specific job requirements include but are not limited to the following

• Directly work with students with an emphasis on academic achievement, physical fitness, and character and social development.
• This position requires an individual who will be a Leader, a Teacher, and a Mentor for young men. 
• Demonstrate and develop cadet leadership within their company and corps. 

Position Requirements

• Strong communications skills
• Supervisory, counseling, training, or instructor experience
• Ability to participate in physical training
• Passion to make a difference in young men’s lives.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior military with honorable discharge as verified on DD214.

Please submit resume and cover letter to: Amy Groves, HR Director.

Bus Driver needed at Missouri Military Academy. Applicants must hold a Class B CDL license with a P and S endorsement, pass pre-employment drug screen and background check. 

Missouri Military Academy is looking for a Custodian/Janitor.  This position is responsible for keeping his/her assigned area(s) or building(s) equipment or furnishing clean, safe, functional and secure.  The custodian must maintain all assigned areas in a state of operational excellence so that they present no interruptions, distractions or obstacles to the educational program.

Performs regular custodial duties in assigned area(s) or building(s). Projects a positive image of the school with his/her team whenever the students, staff or visitors are in the building. Accepts and follows verbal or written instructions from the director of operations. Provides services as directed to support curricular and extracurricular events and activities. Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of MMA.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

·         Must be able to read, understand and apply written instructions, including Material Safety Data Sheets.

·         Lifting up to 75lbs in weight

·         Pushing/pulling 35-75lbs

·         Standing or walking for 6-8 hours per shift

·         Bending and reaching

·         Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

·         Working outside and in the elements