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
- Assistant Athletic Trainer/Health Teacher
- Temporary Chinese Language Faculty
- Temporary World Religions Faculty
- Rowing Coach
- Middle School Lacrosse Coaches
Assistant Athletic Trainer/Health Teacher
Wyoming Seminary has an opening for 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, 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.
Temporary Chinese Language Faculty
Wyoming Seminary Upper School has an opening for a Temporary Chinese Language Teacher to start in late August through November 27. The ideal candidate must be a dynamic individual who possesses a willingness to work closely with departmental colleagues, participate in curriculum design, and be willing to teach a wide range of courses within the department. The successful candidate will join an experienced, dedicated faculty that is deeply committed to the entire student experience.
Responsibilities:
- Teaches four courses
- Provides academic support to students outside of class time
- Serves as advisor for a small cohort of students
- Participates in department and faculty meetings
- Supervises or assists with two co- or extra-curricular activities
- Covers study halls, campus spaces, and other related duties
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred
- Secondary teaching or relevant experience preferred
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators
- Proficiency with current educational technology and with a range of current pedagogical techniques
- Invested in positively and actively contributing to the school’s growth and development
To apply for the position, send your cover letter and resume to Wyoming Seminary, Attention: Nicole Lewis, 201 N. Sprague Avenue, Kingston, PA 18704 or deansoffice@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. 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.
Temporary World Religions Faculty
Wyoming Seminary Upper School has an opening for a Temporary World Religions Teacher to start in late August through November 27. The ideal candidate must be a dynamic individual who possesses a willingness to work closely with departmental colleagues, participate in curriculum design, and be willing to teach a wide range of courses within the department. The successful candidate will join an experienced, dedicated faculty that is deeply committed to the entire student experience.
Responsibilities:
- Teaches four courses
- Provides academic support to students outside of class time
- Serves as advisor for a small cohort of students
- Participates in department and faculty meetings
- Supervises or assists with two co- or extra-curricular activities
- Covers study halls, campus spaces, and other related duties
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred
- Secondary teaching or relevant experience preferred
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators
- Proficiency with current educational technology and with a range of current pedagogical techniques
- Invested in positively and actively contributing to the school’s growth and development
To apply for the position, send your cover letter and resume to Wyoming Seminary, Attention: Nicole Lewis, 201 N. Sprague Avenue, Kingston, PA 18704 or deansoffice@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. 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, 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, 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.