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Wilbraham & Monson Academy, situated on 300+ acres in Western Massachusetts, is an independent day and boarding school of 425 students in Grades 6 - postgraduate. As one of the country’s oldest boarding schools, Wilbraham & Monson Academy has been educating global citizens and world leaders since 1804.

Wilbraham & Monson Academy values employees who are knowledgeable in their fields and committed to serving a global community. We offer our faculty and staff competitive compensation and benefits as well as opportunities for professional development. If you would like to join our community, we welcome your application for an available position.

WMA prohibits discriminatory conduct of any kind. Unlawful discrimination is the unfair or unequal treatment of an individual (or group) based on certain characteristics that are specifically protected by law or Academy policy. These characteristics include: race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, gender identity and any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Head Coach Girls' Ice hockey

Head Coach Girls' Ice Hockey

In addition to the revival of its storied Boys’ hockey program, Wilbraham & Monson Academy is instating a Girls’ hockey club team beginning during the 2021-2022 winter season. From the foundation of a club team, and with broad current interest, the program will expand to a top-notch varsity and junior varsity girls prep school hockey program.

WMA invites Head Coach applicants who have a strong desire to build a lasting and reputable girls prep school program that will serve players for generations to come. Firsthand experience with prep schools and prep school hockey is preferred. Significant hockey playing and coaching experience are required, as well as a strong background in recruiting. Additionally, exemplary communication and leadership skills, and a reputation of composure and working well with players and their families are necessary. Familiarity with the local hockey community will be an advantage in networking and recruiting.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position will include the daily management and coaching of the Girls’ Varsity Hockey team during the winter season. This will be done within the structure of a close working relationship with the Director of Athletics.
Responsibilities will include the creation of daily practice and training plans, as well as game management and the overall guidance of the student-athletes on this team.
This will also involve the management of the daily routine of transporting the team and necessary equipment to and from the practice facility on WMA vehicles. This will include working with the athletic department in the implementation of daily timetables and logistics.
The overall development of this program will be the primary objective and responsibility of the Head Coach of the Girls’ Varsity Hockey team. This will include recruiting responsibilities and working closely with the WMA Admissions Office to locate and develop relationships with potential student-athlete candidates.

Head Coach Qualities

Honesty and integrity
Respect for the all-inclusive educational environment at the Academy
Commitment to student-athletes well-being, safety and health and student-athletes as a whole person
Commitment to leadership development within the team, as well as civic duty and importance of engagement within the greater Wilbraham and Western Massachusetts community
Passion for mentorship and coaching
Exhibits proven ability to motivate, engage and connect with a wide range of student-athletes, parents and staff
Proven success in team and relationship building
Foster a strong sense of academic excellence and expectations within the team

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required with a minimum of three years coaching experience.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and full scope of employment. Options range from part-time to full-time depending on needs and opportunities.

Interested candidates may submit their materials to hockey@wma.us by Monday, May 3.

Director of STEM Lab

Wilbraham & Monson Academy is a 400 student, day and boarding school for Grades 6-12, PG located in Wilbraham, Massachusetts. The Academy is opening a new 4,800-square-foot Innovation Lab in September 2021. We are looking for a director able to manage that space and work with educators in making full use of the facility. We would optimally look to have this candidate teach part time and live and serve in our residential life community

Innovation Lab Responsibilities

Provide leadership and management of the STEM Lab including planning, implementing and the monitoring and evaluation of program and usage
Oversee budget and class scheduling for teachers using the facility
Provide oversight of all programs, projects and activities; including developing a plan for the maintenance and upkeep of hardware, software and materials
Identify and provide enrichment opportunities involving the STEM Lab for students, professional staff and faculty.
Develop safety and training protocols
Create and maintain a safe and respectful work environment
Develop and maintain strong and collaborative partnerships with other academic and support staff
Facilitate hands-on projects with students; and when appropriate team-teach with classroom teachers
Conduct professional development workshops as needed for faculty interested in using the space

Other Boarding School Responsibilities

Teach 2 sections (half teaching load) of relevant, academic class
If living on campus, provide one night a week & one weekend a month of dorm supervision.
If living off campus, providing 4 weekends a year of activity duty/supervision
Provide 2 seasons of afternoon programming, with preference for activities in the STEM Lab

All interested parties are asked to mail a resume and cover letter to Dean of Faculty Wally Swanson at wswanson@wma.us.