TAC Instructor - Residential Life

Job Description

This position has an estimated start date of August 2024. For further information please do not hesitate to contact the Fork Union Military Academy Human Resources Office.

Mission

Fork Union Military Academy's Mission is to educate, develop, and inspire young men in a college preparatory, Christian, military-structured environment. Cadets build character and learn leadership, independence, responsibility, and discipline in a setting that encourages mental, physical, and spiritual growth.

Description

Company TAC Instructors shall be willing to adhere to, enforce, encourage, and instruct all Cadets per the Academy's mission and core values. TAC Instructors are the heart of our Leadership program and foster personal development with daily interaction and the ability to Teach, Advise, and Coach (TAC) our Cadets. Ensuring Cadet development within a safe and secure environment by instructing, counseling, evaluating, and reporting Cadet performance; ensuring operational and procedural uniformity within the barracks and around campus. General responsibilities are to instruct with an emphasis on Leadership while also teaching, advising, coaching, mentoring, and inspecting, Cadets within their company. TACs, as well as other staff and faculty members, serve "in loco parentis" (in place of the parent) for boarding and day students in seventh through twelfth grades, including the post-graduate program.

Essential Job Functions

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned company of cadets as they progress through their day

Work in conjunction with academic faculty as deemed necessary to support cadet educational goals

Enforce the standards for personal wellness, and a hygienic environment in the living quarters

Teach company cadets the proper standards and skills to obtain success during inspections of living quarters

Assist and coach company cadets with concerns to hygiene, wellness, and personal living space as issues arise

Teach, Advise, and Coach (TAC) company cadets daily in academic, spiritual, athletic, and personal goals

Advise Day TAC in steps to best support cadet growth and success

Maintain general oversite and safety of assigned company cadets of the Academy

Analyze, evaluate, develop, and report cadet progress via verbal and written reports

Communicate with cadet parents as needed

Delegate parental contact to Day TAC as deemed appropriate based on parental best hours of availability

Verify cadet accountability daily as deemed necessary or assigned by the Commandant

Assist, oversee, or approve assigned company cadet departures during leave or major events that deem the exit of a cadet

Duties/Responsibilities:

Reinforce the Academy mission and vision when setting appropriate cadet goals or providing counsel to cadets

Teach military structure to company cadets per the strategic plan of the Commandant

Military organization and structure

Drill and Ceremony

Reinforce the departmental strategic plan as deemed appropriate by the Commandant or the needs of the Academy

Conduct regular meetings with Company Cadet Leadership to discuss student concerns, provide guidance, and solicit feedback on the cadet experience

Encourage a positive environment for clear communication and consistent expectations and procedures

Support and connect with cadets within the company; likewise support all enrolled cadets in a consistent manner as deemed appropriate by the needs of the Academy

Assist other Company TACs in daily supervision and observation requirements as deemed appropriate by the needs of the Academy

Assess cadet and company performance based on standards established in departmental strategic planning sessions as deemed appropriate by the Commandant or needs of the Academy.

Encourage personal growth that includes mind, body, and spirit.

Assist with setting achievable goals to create a positive experience achieving growth in these areas

Communicate proper support strategies to Day and Night TACs to encourage a positive outcome of set goals

Document and review any documentation, related to cadet issues.

Discipline, incident reports, investigations, pass along briefings, roommate disputes, behavior or social trends, and positive achievements.

Review submissions of documentation from the Day or Night TACs regarding cadet issues

Assist in formulating a plan of response as deemed necessary

Submit documentation on guidance provided to Day or Night TACs as well as cadets

Document all communications with parents

As otherwise deemed necessary per the needs of the Academy

Be a positive role model

Actively respond and participate appropriately to crisis or emergent situations

Participate as an active member of the Residential Life Team

Perform any other assignments that fall within the reasonable scope of duties for this position per the needs of the Academy

Required Skills/Abilities:

Must have a working knowledge best practices for cadet development

Strong interpersonal skills

Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite

Strong organizational skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Detail oriented

Problem solving abilities

Ability to plan, organize, implement, and manage multiple priorities and projects

Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations

Ability to deescalate tense situations and resolve situations involving facilities, roommate disputes, or psychological concerns as deemed appropriate.

Ability to adapt to real time situations, and honor chain of command in real time

Capacity to work independently or as a team

Understand the Academy's cadet culture and rank structure including roles and responsibilities

Ability to obtain the following certifications:

CPR/Concussion Certification and Child Abuse/Neglect Training

Ability to complete the following requirements:

Perform duties on day, evening, or night shifts as deemed necessary by the needs of the Academy

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred in a related field:

Education, teaching, mentoring, supervisory leadership, social work, etc.

Four or more years of experience in leadership, supervision, or a related field considered

Knowledge of best practices relating to incident response and crisis management and/or legal regulatory and policy issues is encouraged

Experience interacting with youth programs preferred

Fork Union Military Academy is a veteran friendly, equal opportunity, employer

Honorably discharged or retired veterans with service (Title 10) permission and within the height/weight and personal appearance standards are permitted to wear the appropriate service uniforms and maintain their rank in most cases

Physical Requirements:

This is a 2nd shift position.

Due to the nature of this position, some flexibility in hours may be necessary, and weekend duties may be assigned as Academy needs arise.

Summer School opportunities may be available in addition to the primary role

Hours of work may be conditionally flexible during seasonal events, or as directed by the Academy's needs

Ability to perform work outdoors; withstand inclement weather and other environmental conditions as deemed necessary by the needs of the Academy

Ability to climb three flights of stairs and carry at least 35 pounds

Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 35 pounds as needed

Ability to sit, stand, or squat as needed.

Must successfully pass a background check and drug testing

Random drug screenings are performed at this location and are required to be participated in

Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, or working on a computer may be deemed necessary at any time