Employment at Sem
Founded in 1844, Wyoming Seminary is an independent coeducational preparatory school in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Sem, as it is affectionately called, holds a passion for learning, leading, and serving. Respect, integrity, and responsibility are core values. Through excellent academic, art, and athletic programs, students and teachers are part of a vibrant living and learning community.
Wyoming Seminary faculty and staff are campus leaders, role models, and important mentors for our students as well as one another. Faculty members have a passion for learning, leading, and serving, and are committed to participating fully in campus life. Along with teaching, faculty and staff connect with our community in afternoon extracurriculars, weekend and evening duties, and the advisory program.
In applying for any position, please follow the directions within the job posting. All applicants will hear a response. For any part-time positions (like coaching or support staff), preference is given to applicants who can serve more than one role at the school.
Current openings
- Part-Time School Nurse
- Full-Time and Part-Time Critical Response Officers
- Head Varsity Baseball Coach
- Assistant Girls Wrestling Coach
- Assistant Athletic Trainer/Health Teacher
- Rowing Coach
- Middle School Lacrosse Coaches
Part-Time School Nurse
Wyoming Seminary seeks a Part-Time School Nurse (evenings) to provide health services to students, faculty, and staff during after-school hours. This work also includes administering medication as needed and being available in the event of illness and emergencies. The nurse may also at times be responsible for coordinating care with the school doctor, athletic trainers, local public health department, and medical providers, while also providing effective communication with families.
This role is a part-time, 10-month, hourly position. Hours are 3:30 to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 3:30 to 6 p.m. Friday. The nurse is also on-call every other weekend and paid for three hours each weekend while on call. Rates are $22.50 per hour LPN, $25 per hour RN.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serves as an on-campus first responder for all medical emergencies
- Provides medical assessments and care of students, Grades 9 through Postgraduate
- Electronically documents daily assessment and care provided, via Magnus Health
- Refers and occasionally transports students to the school physician and/or local providers for treatment of acute illness and injury
- Acts in Loco Parentis for all boarding students and accompanies them to the emergency or surgery departments, as needed, in absence of a parent or guardian; works with the administrator on duty to coordinate additional coverage
- Communicates with parents regarding all illness and injury, advising protocol as necessary
- Administers prescription and OTC medication as necessary
- Assists school counselors with management of students in acute distress
- Other duties as assigned or delegated by the charge nurse
Qualifications and Skills:
- Current Pennsylvania RN or LPN license
- Able to obtain all Pennsylvania-required clearances for work in a school setting and has a valid PA driver's license
- Past medical surgical, public health or pediatric experience preferred
- Current Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/Basic Life Support certification
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to be flexible and adapt to the changing demands of a school population
- Proficient verbal and writing skills to facilitate communication with parents
- Able to stand or sit at a computer for extended periods
- Able to climb up to four flights of stairs as needed and ambulate quickly across a 25-acre campus with multiple administrative, academic, and athletic facilities
To apply for the position, please send your cover letter and resume to Emily McHugh, RN CSN, Director of Health Services, at emchugh@wyomingseminary.org or 570-270-2314.
Wyoming Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic or other school-administered programs. Wyoming Seminary strives to build a learning environment that reflects the disparate cultures, religions, languages, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our world. As such, we encourage the hiring of faculty, staff, and administrators who represent diversity and connect with our mission, values, and vision.
Full-Time and Part-Time Critical Response Officers
Wyoming Seminary seeks Full-Time and Part-Time Critical Response Officers to maintain the safety and security of the students, school staff, and the facility. The Critical Response Officers will check the identity of all visitors when coming on campus and facilitate guidance for students, parents, and visitors. This position reports to the Wyoming Seminary Director of Security.
Work may be performed outside in seasonal temperatures, as well as inside buildings. Work will be performed primarily on a split shift. Scheduling flexibility and weekend availability are required.
Main duties of the position include ensuring security for school operations and special events; ensuring that campus facilities and school community members are secure; and keeping alert for people with unusual behaviors and attitudes around campus.
Requirements:
- Good communication skills and ability to work well with others; service-oriented attitude
- Ability to do considerable walking in order to make rounds of facility
- Work requires considerable physical effort or manual dexterity
- Must be organized, focus, and able to follow detailed instructions
Qualifications:
- Qualification as a police officer or security guard, or has served in the military
- Recent or current experience for at least three years as a police officer/security/military employee is required
- Act 235 certification
- Understands campus security needs
- Possesses knowledge of using campus security systems
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid Pennsylvania driver's license
- NASRO training is a plus
- Must be able to pass background checks
To apply for the position, please send your resume to Julie Calabro, Chief Financial Officer, Wyoming Seminary, 201 N. Sprague Ave., Kingston, PA 18704-3593 or jcalabro@wyomingseminary.org.
Wyoming Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic or other school-administered programs. Wyoming Seminary strives to build a learning environment that reflects the disparate cultures, religions, languages, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our world. As such, we encourage the hiring of faculty, staff, and administrators who represent diversity and connect with our mission, values, and vision.
Head Varsity Baseball Coach
Wyoming Seminary seeks an energetic candidate with a thorough knowledge of baseball, skill development, and coaching techniques to fill our vacant Head Baseball Coach position at the Upper School campus in Kingston.
The head coach is responsible for providing leadership and direction to all facets of the baseball program in advancing the mission of Wyoming Seminary and the Athletic Department.
Specific areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to: sport-specific coaching, student-athlete development, program administration, and program advancement yielding agreed-upon results. All activities shall be conducted within the policies and resource framework of Wyoming Seminary, the Athletic Department, and Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) rules and regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Serves as the Head Baseball Coach in all aspects of the program
- Communicates with student-athletes, assistant coaches, and Athletic Department staff members in a positive, timely, and effective manner
- Coordinates and plans practices, training sessions, team and individual conditioning, lineups, and competitive strategies
- Instructs and demonstrates techniques and sport-specific skills
- Demonstrates good sportsmanship and ethical behavior at all times
- Works closely with Athletic Training and Health Services staff members for care, prevention, and rehabilitation of athletic-related injuries; also supports the overall drug and alcohol education program for student-athletes
- Implementation of fall and winter open field and conditioning programs
- Works proactively with the Strength and Conditioning Coach regarding student-athlete voluntary workouts and out-of-season training seasons
- Sport-specific budget management, planning, and reconciliation
- Sport-specific equipment organization, management, distribution, and return
- Schedules sport-specific scrimmages and non-league contests
- Conducts in-season scouting and game-day preparation
- Adheres to all Wyoming Seminary and PIAA rules and regulations
- Partners with Wyoming Seminary College Counseling Team to support the student-athlete’s college recruiting process
- Develops a positive and productive rapport with the Athletic Department staff and Wyoming Seminary community members
- Assists in fundraising and development activities and sustains positive public and alumni relations
- This position requires evening and weekend hours
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
- Prior playing and/or coaching experience at the high school, college, or university level(s)
- Computer proficiency and experience with the Internet, social media, and basic computer programs
- Successful candidate will have demonstrated athletic leadership experience, strong administrative/managerial and interpersonal skills
To apply for the position, send your cover letter and resume to Wyoming Seminary, Attention: Barb Bolich, Director of Athletics, 201 N. Sprague Avenue, Kingston, PA 18704 or bbolich@wyomingseminary.org.
Wyoming Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic or other school-administered programs. Wyoming Seminary strives to build a learning environment that reflects the disparate cultures, religions, languages, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our world. As such, we encourage the hiring of faculty, staff, and administrators who represent diversity and connect with our mission, values, and vision.
Assistant Girls Wrestling Coach
Wyoming Seminary College Preparatory School seeks an adjunct, part-time Assistant Girls Wrestling Coach.
The Assistant Girls Wrestling Coach reports directly to the Head Girls Wrestling Coach and is responsible for assisting the head coach with organizing the wrestling program with conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student-athletes in strategies and techniques. As a member of the Athletic Department, the successful candidate should be deeply committed to the entire student-athlete experience. While this is a part-time position, it can be combined with other open positions on campus. There is the possibility of on-campus housing in exchange for supervision in the dormitory.
Responsibilities:
- Complies fully with all USA Wrestling, National Prep, and Wyoming Seminary rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Assists the head coach in the development of a competitively successful wrestling team to represent Wyoming Seminary positively and responsibly.
- Provides student-athletes the opportunity to participate in a culture in which they can achieve their academic, athletic, and personal goals.
- Develops instructional plans for individual student-athletes and the entire team, ensuring that special needs and issues as identified by the coaching staff are addressed.
- Assists the head coach in providing leadership and instruction in the athletic development of student-athletes by counseling team members in academic, citizenship, sportsmanship, and personal matters, as needed.
- Organizes and manages assigned recruiting efforts and administrative responsibilities.
- Represents the team, department, and school in a positive, professional, and ethical manner; responds appropriately to media, marketing, fundraising and community service requests, as assigned.
- Takes on other tasks as assigned by the Director of Wrestling Operations.
Qualifications:
- Must possess USA Wrestling Bronze Coaching certification.
- Well-developed interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational competence, and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with effective coaching techniques and skills.
- Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
- Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally for competitions.
To apply for the position, send your cover letter and resume to Wyoming Seminary, Attention: Kevin Burke, Associate Director of Athletics, 201 N. Sprague Avenue, Kingston, PA 18704, or kburke@wyomingseminary.org.
Wyoming Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic or other school-administered programs. Wyoming Seminary strives to build a learning environment that reflects the disparate cultures, religions, languages, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our world. As such, we encourage the hiring of faculty, staff, and administrators who represent diversity and connect with our mission, values, and vision.
Assistant Athletic Trainer/Health Teacher
Wyoming Seminary seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer and Health Teacher who works in close partnership with other athletic trainers, the athletic department, parents, and other essential healthcare providers to provide evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Reporting directly to the Head Athletic Trainer and Athletic Director, the Assistant Athletic Trainer is present during practice sessions and contests to act as a first responder supporting student-athletes.
Responsibilities:
- Works under the direct supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer and under the direction of standing orders while implementing the following:
- Management of acute injury or illness to athlete
- Rehabilitation procedures
- Operation of therapeutic devices and equipment
- Application of braces, guards, tape, and other devices
- Referrals to the physician, health services, or hospital
- Maintains appropriate documentation for student injuries and treatment per professional and regulatory standards
- Multitasks and prioritizes student needs and program responsibilities in an organized and timely manner
- Communicates effectively in high-pressure situations when talking to coaches, patients, medical professionals, staff, and families
- Assists with transporting boarding students to medical appointments
- Teaches 1-2 sections of health per term in collaboration with the Director of Health Services
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Athletic Training and must be certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification
- Athletic Training Licensure from the state of Pennsylvania
- Professional Rescuer CPR/AED certified
- Required to complete Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
This is a 10-month, full-time position from August-early June with weekend responsibilities and weekend travel in the fall. Wyoming Seminary offers the opportunity for on-campus housing (room and board included) in exchange for service on the dormitory staff.
To apply for the position, please send your cover letter and resume to deansoffice@wyomingseminary.org.
Wyoming Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic or other school-administered programs. Wyoming Seminary strives to build a learning environment that reflects the disparate cultures, religions, languages, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our world. As such, we encourage the hiring of faculty, staff, and administrators who represent diversity and connect with our mission, values, and vision.
Rowing Coach
Wyoming Seminary seeks a Rowing Coach for Grades 9 through postgraduate student-athletes, starting immediately. The coach will be responsible for providing leadership and direction to all facets of the rowing program in advancing the mission of Wyoming Seminary and the Athletic Department. The coach will report directly to the Associate Director of Athletics and the Athletic Department. This is a part-time position in itself but can be paired with other campus openings if opportunities arise.
Wyoming Seminary's rowing program is a member of the Philadelphia Scholastic Rowing Association (PSRA), competing in sculling events at scholastic regattas in Philadelphia and New Jersey. Specific areas of responsibility include on- and off-water rowing-specific coaching, recruitment, student-athlete development, program administration, and program advancement. All activities shall be conducted within the policies and resource framework of Wyoming Seminary, the Athletic Department, and National Federation of High Schools (NFHS).
Responsibilities:
- Schedules regattas with the Athletic Department
- Partners with the Admission Office to recruit mission-appropriate applicants
- Oversees the development and progress of each student-athlete
- Communicates regularly and clearly with parents about program expectations, culture, practice schedules, etc.
- Collaborates with the Director of Athletics and Athletic Department colleagues, Upper and Lower School faculty and staff, and the broader school community
- Oversees school rowing equipment and assists in maintaining club facilities and equipment (boats, oars, rowing machines, launches, trailer)
- Potential for teaching on a part-time basis
Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated coaching experience with adolescents in this age group
- A passion for athletic competition and the ability to motivate and inspire athletes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Commitment to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community
- Personal traits appropriate for nurturing the growth of children — must be fun, energetic, creative, flexible, and patient
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to drive a boat trailer (or willingness to learn)
- Ability to make minor-moderate boat repairs (or willingness to learn)
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Kevin Burke, Associate Director of Athletics, at kburke@wyomingseminary.org.
Wyoming Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic or other school-administered programs. Wyoming Seminary strives to build a learning environment that reflects the disparate cultures, religions, languages, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our world. As such, we encourage the hiring of faculty, staff, and administrators who represent diversity and connect with our mission, values, and vision.
Middle School Lacrosse Coaches
Wyoming Seminary Lower School seeks coaches for the girls and boys fifth/sixth-grade lacrosse teams, and the girls and boys seventh/eighth-grade lacrosse teams.
To apply for these positions, or for more information, contact Lower School Athletic Director Edward A. Plaksa at eplaksa@wyomingseminary.org or call 570-718-6604.
Wyoming Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic or other school-administered programs. Wyoming Seminary strives to build a learning environment that reflects the disparate cultures, religions, languages, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our world. As such, we encourage the hiring of faculty, staff, and administrators who represent diversity and connect with our mission, values, and vision.