Nelson Madden
Deputy Director of Human Resources
816-412-5977
maddenn@universityacademy.org 

Lisa Byard - Director of Human Resources - 816-412-5918

(CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A PDF APPLICATION FORM).

Thank you for your interest in University Academy. On behalf of UA, I welcome you to our website. The human resources department is committed to providing the best qualified candidates for each position available.

We look forward to working with you and answering any questions you may have. We also encourage you to complete an application and frequently check our job listings.

To assist you, please follow the outline below.

• Complete an application form (CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A PDF APPLICATION FORM).
• Submit an official transcript or a copy of all college or university credit. 
• Submit placement papers from your college placement office or three letters of recommendation from employer/colleagues, if not a recent graduate. 
• Current resume. 
• A copy of your teaching certificate.

Your file will be considered complete when all of the above documents are received. Should an opening occur in the area for which you are certified, applications in that subject area will be reviewed. You will be contacted should you be selected as a candidate to be interviewed.

Your application will remain active for one calendar year from the date of receipt. Following the receipt of your application to the human resources department, you need not contact the department unless you want to notify us of a change or to request withdrawal or renewal of your application. If you wish to apply for a different vacancy, please notify the department in writing of the position for which you wish to apply.

University Academy is always seeking talented and highly qualified individuals to be part of our organization.

Why Work at University Academy?

• Join a team of great educators who all share your commitment to high quality education.
• Work in a successful school where the focus is on high academic achievement for all students.
• Have an impact on students by being part of a K-12 building where your hard work will be enhanced by others.
• Work in a professional environment with higher salaries, access to resources and a pay-for-performance system.
• Continue your own growth through high quality professional development and a variety of leadership opportunities.

University Academy is always taking applications for excellent teachers and outstanding administrators. If you have read our website and want to apply for a position at University Academy please send a cover letter, resume and the names and addresses of 3 references to: Nelson Madden, 6801 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MO 64131.