Employment at Sem

UPPER SCHOOL PER DIEM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

As a substitute teacher at Wyoming Seminary Upper School you will be expected to provide instruction for classes while fostering an effective, engaged, student-centered learning environment in any subject. Per Diem Substitutes can be arranged days in advance or called upon in the early morning; flexibility is required.

CANDIDATES MUST HAVE:
• Experience in education.
• A Bachelor's Degree.
• Up-to-date (less than 1 year old) clearances prior to beginning work, including Federal Criminal History, PA State Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, Mandated Reporter training, TB test, Act 168, and any additional required clearances.

To apply for the position, send your cover letter and resume to employment@wyomingseminary.org. Wyoming Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of color, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic or other school-administered programs.

As a college preparatory school, Wyoming Seminary, located in the picturesque area of northeast Pennsylvania, seeks to create active learners, responsible citizens, community leaders, and ethical individuals ready to take their place in the global community of the 21st century. True to our traditions and our values, Wyoming Seminary is committed to supporting promising students from varied backgrounds. The student body of 791 consists of 468 students in grades nine through 12, including 12 postgraduates. The Upper School population features a broad diversity of ethnic, religious, cultural and economic backgrounds, and the 171 boarding students from 18 states and 32 countries provides an opportunity for the school to create a vibrant international community. The Lower School campus in Forty Fort enrolls 323 students in grades toddler through eighth grade.

Wyoming Seminary Upper School seeks a Head Rowing Coach to start in August 2020. 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. In addition to the varsity spring season and optional winter training, Wyoming Seminary partners with Harveys Lake Rowing Club to offer competitive programming in the summer and fall. Wyoming Seminary offers a substantial need-based financial aid program to support students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds. Diversity is a core value at the school and we seek candidates who demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion.

 

This position will be responsible for the continued growth and development of a young but well-supported scholastic rowing program. The successful candidate will possess the vision and drive to build a stellar varsity sports program along with the desire and ability to develop student-athletes. The successful candidate will also work with Harveys Lake Rowing Club, either filling the role of Head Coach for the club or collaborating closely with the club head coach. In addition, each Wyoming Seminary faculty member and coach is expected to demonstrate ability in the following areas:

• Fosters and stewards a culture of mutual respect, equitable practice, and joy on and off of the playing field/court/ice.
• Demonstrates cultural competency skills to collaborate effectively across differences.
• Sets high expectations for learning, achievement and character development.
• Exhibits strong working knowledge of student cognitive development and learning preferences.
• Identifies and supports students’ social, emotional and physical ability needs.
• Provides timely feedback to student-athletes and offers specialized support in pursuit of each athlete’s goals.
• Implements a wide array of coaching tools and strategies in appropriate and effective combinations.
• Designs formal and informal assessments that measure student-athlete progress.
• Fosters students’ athletic growth through structured opportunities for reflection.
• Creates relevant and authentic learning experiences; is able to include and/or connect with outside experts and resources towards this aim.

 

Responsibilities Include:

• Working with the Athletic Department on practice and game schedules.
• Working with the Admission Office to successfully recruit mission appropriate applicants to join the school community.
• On-campus advertising and recruiting of students learn more about rowing.
• Supervision of locker room.
• Oversight of the development and progress of each child.
• Communication with parents.
• Collaborative work with Athletic Department colleagues, Admission Office, Strategic Marketing and Communications, Upper and School faculty and staff, and the broader school community.
• Oversight of school rowing equipment and assistance in maintaining club facilities and equipment (boats, oars, rowing machines, launches, trailer).

 

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or demonstrated professional competency.
• Minimum of 3-5 years successful 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.
• Willingness to take on multiple roles within the school.
• 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: James Anderson (Associate Director of Athletics) janderson@wyomingseminary.org

Wyoming Seminary, as an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of color, sexual orientation, 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 Lower School is seeking 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 Director of Athletics Paul Burg at pburg@wyomingseminary.org or call 570-718-6620. EOE

As a college preparatory school, Wyoming Seminary, located in the picturesque area of northeast Pennsylvania, seeks to create active learners, responsible citizens, community leaders, and ethical individuals ready to take their place in the global community of the 21st century. True to our traditions and our values, Wyoming Seminary is committed to supporting promising students from varied backgrounds. The student body of 791 consists of 468 students in grades nine through 12, including 13 postgraduates. The Upper School population features a broad diversity of ethnic, religious, cultural and economic backgrounds, and the 171 boarding students from 18 states and 32 countries provides an opportunity for the school to create a vibrant international community. The Lower School campus in Forty Fort enrolls 323 students in grades toddler through eighth grade.

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