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Missouri Military Academy seeks a Commandant of Cadets, a strong and experienced military
leader and role model for our middle and high school cadets. This position offers a unique opportunity to educate, mentor and inspire young men as they navigate critical stages of personal, physical and academic development to prepare for college and adulthood.

In this role, the candidate will establish and maintain a structured, supportive and orderly environment for learning that encourages self-discipline, personal responsibility, accountability, and a highly organized lifestyle; while also overseeing new cadet matriculation, training and assimilation into the Academy’s military structured environment, and the development of strong and confident
cadet leaders.

The commandant also oversees the planning and implementation of MMA summer
camps and coordinates with the Army JROTC department to ensure the Academy maintains
high standard to retain the Honor Unit with Distinction rating. The Commandant reports directly
to the Academy President.

Click here for the full prospectus.

One of the country’s top military boarding schools for young men, Missouri Military Academy (MMA) seeks a dynamic leader to assist the president and Board of Trustees in advancing the Academy through successful fundraising. The chosen candidate will hold responsibility for forging positive relationships with alumni, cadet parents, foundations, local businesses, the community, and friends. Click here for a full prospectus on this position.

By building these relationships, we bring our Academy family together to achieve our shared vision and build upon 135 years of excellence, as we strategically develop and serve the needs of young men and families for the future. 

Our goals are creation and sustainment of these relationships, followed closely by donor cultivation and significant increases in annual giving, all leading up to a capital campaign within five years. The best candidates will include those with considerable fundraising experience and exceptional ability in the cultivation of donors,, major gift planning, foundation grant writing, and an understanding of the fundamentals of planned giving and marketing to support all of these efforts. 

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:

1. Provide direct supervision of cadet’s well-being including physical, emotional, and spiritual. 
2. Mentor and counsel cadets on mature behavior, ethics and strong leadership principles
3. Administer discipline to cadets in violation of Academy rules set forth by the Cadet Handbook and MMA’s defined policies.
4. Supervise, develop and train cadet leaders/officers to ensure there is proper and legal treatment of all cadets.
5. Provide instruction of cadets in the areas of academic assistance, leadership, physical well-being, moral character, and self-discipline
6. Promote healthy life choices, proper personal hygiene, and responsible decision making.
7. Supervise barracks life for cadets to include activities and emotional support.
8. 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. 
9. Ensure prompt responses to parents’ questions, inquiries and concerns
10. Mentor cadets in the development and execution of individual leadership, time management, ethics, and interpersonal communication skills.
11. Conduct risk assessments as necessary for cadet activities and makes recommendations
12. Implement appropriate disciplinary action to maintain the good order and efficiency of the Corps of Cadets in accordance with academy policies, procedures, and regulations. 
13. Other duties as assigned by Commandant of Cadets.

Position Requirements:

1. Strong communication skills
2. Ability to relate and communicate with boys and young men
3. Attention to detail and effective reporting
4. Time management – ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
5. Mature, professional, and stable demeanor when dealing with discipline issues
6. Passion to want to make a positive difference in young men’s lives
7. Prior Military experience preferred – Honorable service as verified on DD214
8. Bachelor’s Degree preferred (will consider certain military qualification in lieu of degree)     
9. Abstinence from the use of tobacco and profanity when on duty. 

Office Hours, Dates of Duties and Vacation

1. Typical working hours are 1500 to 2300, forty hours a week over a rotating schedule including weekends.
2. 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:

1. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and climb stairs.
2. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 30lbs of supplies or equipment.
3. The employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear.
4. The employee is regularly required to use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel.
5. The employee is required to use computers, computer accessories, telephone, copier, FAX machine, and other such equipment.
6. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch.
7. 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.
8. The employee must occasionally move equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 50lbs.
9. The employee is frequently required to work indoors and outdoors in the heat and cold on a year-round basis.
10. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
11. The employee is required to work with school staff, students, and parents.
12. The employee is regularly required to handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts.
13. 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.

One of the country’s premier military boarding academies, Missouri Military Academy helps develop young men, grades 7-12, to reach their full potential. Help us fulfill our mission as you work in an environment known for structure, self-discipline, personal responsibility and accountability.

Starting at $20 per hour

• Part-time
• Year-round
• Paid training
• Flexible schedule

With interest, please click here to fill out the online job application and/or send your resume to Director for Human Resources Melissa Miller at melissa.miller@missourimilitaryacademy.com. A criminal background check is mandatory.

Missouri Military Academy (MMA) is seeking qualified applicants for an assistant baseball coach (spring season).     

Essential responsibilities and duties:

• Assist the head coach in ensuring the highest possible level of service is delivered to students while fostering a culture of academic excellence.
• Assist the head coach with in helping cadets 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 rules of baseball. 
• Maintaining statistics on players.
• Understanding and adherence to MMA policies and procedures. 

Qualifications:

• Prior high school coaching experience.
• Completion of the 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.

Missouri Military Academy is seeking a full-time Math Instructor for the 2025-2026 Academic year.

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.

Missouri Military Academy is seeking a full-time Business Instructor for the 2025-2026 Academic year.

The ideal candidate is a licensed teacher with a degree in Business and must have previous teaching experience in the subject area. Applicants must have a current understanding of best practice and pedagogy in teaching Business to cadets at the middle and high school levels. A graduate degree in Business 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.
 

Missouri Military Academy is seeking a full-time History Instructor for the 2025-2026 Academic year.

The ideal candidate is a licensed teacher with a degree in History and must have previous teaching experience in the subject area. Applicants must have a current understanding of best practice and pedagogy in teaching History to cadets at the middle and high school levels. A graduate degree in History 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.

Missouri Military Academy is seeking a full-time Science Instructor for the 2025-2026 Academic year.

The ideal candidate is a licensed teacher with a degree in Science and must have previous teaching experience in the subject area. Applicants must have a current understanding of best practice and pedagogy in teaching Science to cadets at the middle and high school levels. A graduate degree in Science 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.

Missouri Military Academy is seeking a full-time Computer Science Instructor for the 2025-2026 Academic year.

The ideal candidate is a licensed teacher with a degree in Computer Science and must have previous teaching experience in the subject area. Applicants must have a current understanding of best practice and pedagogy in teaching Computer Science to cadets at the middle and high school levels. A graduate degree in Computer Science 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.

Position summary: The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) provides mental health services to cadets and employees.  This role will assess needs, develop treatment plans, provide counseling and promote mental health and well-being.  The LCSW is expected to maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, staff and parents.

Essential Tasks:

1. Provide mental wellness counseling using cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma informed care, and solution-focused therapy.
2. Interview and evaluates cadets, establishes diagnoses and levels of care, and establishes treatment plans which define the goals, treatment modalities, specific outcomes, and time-frames for treatment.  Assists cadets in accessing resources and entitlements.
3. Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate cadets’ mental health needs.
4. Provide mental wellness counseling using cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma informed care, and solution-focused therapy.
5. Monitor treatment planning efforts and tailor as needed.
6. Promotes wellness by maintaining awareness of psychiatric medications and other prescribed medications and medical issues.
7. Collaborate with the admissions team, Dean and Commandant to evaluate potential cadets.
8. Maintain accurate and up to date documentation and progress notes on all cadet records.
9. Provide training to staff and faculty as needed.
10. Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance clinical skills and stay current with best practices, industry and education trends.
11. Adhere to all regulations and guidelines set forth by the Missouri Division of Professional Registration and other relevant governing bodies.
12. Follow protocols for utilization management and develop treatment plans that are clinically relevant and cost effective.  Seek authorizations as needed for payer sources.

Clinical Documentation-Complies with timeliness and accuracy of clinical documentation in accordance with Academy policies and procedures, ensure all records are completed and submitted within the required time frame.

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.

Room and board may be available for this full-time, paid internship. Inquire for details!

Internship runs from June 4 through July 18 (start and end dates may be slightly flexible).

Responsibilities:

• 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

The ideal candidate may 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.

Missouri Military Academy empowers young men to unlock their potential through a program of academic excellence, character, social development and leadership training within a structured environment. 

Missouri Military Academy develops young men who are... 

• of sound moral character and self-disciplined to strive for and achieve their goals 
• academically prepared to attend and graduate from college
• better prepared for life as a result of the Academy's mentoring and focus on academic, physical, character and social development. 

Love, Honor, Truth

Academic Excellence. Providing a world-class education that prepares our cadets for college entrance and graduation from the nation’s finest four-year colleges and universities.

Duty. Performing one’s obligations, tasks, service or functions that emanates from their position or station in either life or a group.

Honor. To exercise and maintain fairness, integrity and honesty in one’s beliefs and actions.

Integrity. A firm devotion to moral and ethical principles and soundness of character in all our affairs.

Loyalty. To one’s family, friends, teammates, institution and nation.

Respect. To render appropriate deferential regard and esteem to family and friends, teammates and competitors, peers and leaders, institutions and one’s country.

Personal Courage. To choose the harder right over the easier wrong.

Selfless Service. Service to each other, our families, the Academy, community and nation.

Leadership. Simply put, one’s ability to influence others in a positive manner to accomplish an assigned task.  

Discipline + Scholarship + Leadership = Success

The foundation of what we offer and what differentiates us as an educational institution...

• A college preparatory school with a military tradition. Since 1889, thousands of parents have looked to MMA to help their sons grow, compete and thrive. We boast 100% college acceptance and millions in college scholarships every year. Our college placement office guides cadets along their path to success. 
• Structure + Accountability = Love. MMA's caring, structured environment teaches responsibility and instills perseverance, pride and self-discipline to help boys and young men reach their full potential. 
• Unique 360 Degree Education. Focused on all aspects of a boy's development, MMA molds boys into college-ready young men by focusing on five essential elements: academic excellence, character development, personal motivation, physical development and leadership. 
• An Edge to Succeed in College and Life. MMA's holistic environment provides support for students and enables them to achieve academic and leadership success. All of our programs exist to motivate cadets to reach their full potential, build self-confidence and develop academic and life skills that will lead to success in college and beyond. MMA even provides opportunities for students to start college early, giving them an edge over their peers. 
• Global Perspective. An international community, 38% of MMA's cadets hail from abroad, bringing diversity and global perspective to life and academics at MMA. From 30 different states and 9 countries, including Brazil, China, Ecuador, El Salvador, Mexico, Mongolia, Namibia, Rwanda and Vietnam, young men from around the world form tight bonds as they become MMA brothers. 

Click here to learn more about MMA's leadership, including our president, directors and board of trustees.