Tower Hill School seeks a qualified candidate to serve as Upper Grades Librarian and Director of Academic Research starting in August 2025. The ideal candidate for this position is committed to providing and developing quality library services, resources, and programming to the students in Grades 7 - 12, as well as supporting the faculty in the development and execution of the research elements of their curricula. The Librarian will report to the Head of Upper School and reside primarily in THE Hub, our beautifully and newly renovated library space that lends itself to both quiet work and collaboration and plays an important role in the academic and cultural life of Tower Hill. The individual in this position will have the opportunity to lead and define space that is envisioned as a joyful academic, research, and reading heart of the school. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Foster an environment that promotes the joy of reading and learning and that is conducive to reading, studying, researching, and collaborating for both students and faculty

• Support all students to be enthusiastic readers, critical thinkers, skillful researchers, curators, and ethical users of information in a variety of formats

• Generate programming with academic departments to keep reading for pleasure alive for students as they journey through their demanding academic and co-curricular programs
• Collaborate with faculty and administration to design curriculum and programming that leans into Tower Hill’s strategic commitment to center original scholarship and finely tuned research skills in the academic program
  • In the first year, audit the research curricula that exist in the school and develop a point of view and plan for incremental progress
• Curate the collection by ensuring that materials are relevant and authentic to the student and faculty needs
  • Maintain collections, database subscriptions, circulation platform, and cataloging to ensure that the Library Resource Page, OPAC, Sora, and other technology platforms are accessible and effective portals to library resources

• Teach library sciences and research skills lessons to Middle and Upper School students by pushing into existing classes and/or in discrete sections as the curriculum develops

• Supervise students working in THE Hub during certain times of the school day, balancing the treatment of the space as a center for conversation and exchange with its use as a place where focused study can occur
• Coordinate all reservations, displays, and activities of THE Hub to maximize student and faculty use of the resources
• Meet regularly with the Department Chairs, Division Heads, and the Teaching and Learning Center to discuss ways to improve school-wide support
• Read widely

• Keep abreast of trends in library services and technology by reading professional journals, attending conferences, and maintaining connections with other librarians through membership in professional organizations
• Collaborate with the Dean of Faculty, Division Heads, and academic leadership throughout the school in providing research support for curricular audits or schoolwide academic initiatives by providing relevant scholarship and analysis to those leaders

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following qualifications:

• At least three years experience as a professional librarian, with upper grades or collegiate experience or significant experience in the field of academic research
• Experience and knowledge working with integrated library systems and educational technologies
• Demonstrated knowledge of current best practices for teaching information literacy and collaborating with faculty to develop and lead inquiry-based research projects 
• Advanced search and research skills using proprietary databases, with experience in bibliographic instruction
• Passion and commitment for books, educational technology, and research
• Sensitivity to the developmental stages and well-being of children 
• Commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of students
• Excellent organizational and time management skills 
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal 

• Commitment to broad participation in school life

• Experience in and commitment to the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community
• A master’s degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program is preferred, but consideration will be given to applicants with broad exposure to and experience in libraries with sufficient research credentials

Tower Hill School is a coeducational private school for age 3 through Grade 12, dedicated to living our motto Multa Bene Facta — Many Things Done Well. With a beautiful 44-acre campus located in northwest Wilmington, Tower Hill has the reputation as the top school in the state and one of the top schools in the Philadelphia region. Our unparalleled resources include excellent faculty, state-of the-art facilities and individualized learning support.

Tower Hill School prepares students from diverse backgrounds for full and creative engagement with a dynamic world. Each student is provided with an educational experience that emphasizes the development of an inquisitive, discerning and critical mind; the value of being creative and aesthetically sensitive; the appreciation of physical well being; the ability to collaborate and to function as part of a team; and the growth of character.

Please submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Apply here: Upper Grades Librarian and Director of Academic Research

Tower Hill School seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Upper School Physics Teacher beginning in August of 2025. The ideal candidate will have a broad academic background in the sciences and the ability to teach Physics and is responsible for delivering scientific content in an engaging and meaningful way in line with the mission and goals of Tower Hill School. The candidate should have a passion for science and a demonstrated interest in helping students discover the joy of scientific inquiry and analytic thinking. This is a full-time, benefitted, 10-month position.

The science curriculum at Tower Hill goes beyond the traditional textbook and incorporates real-life examples, hands-on and inquiry-based experimentation to fully engage the interdisciplinary nature of Physics. We seek a teacher who can build on this existing foundation. The science department at Tower Hill holds fundamental a willingness and ability to differentiate challenging topics for a wide variety of learners; a deep understanding of research design and principles including lab development; support for diversity, inclusion, and equity in science teaching; and a commitment to the core belief that all students are capable of meaningful scientific understanding given the correct tools and support.    
  
Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach four sections of Upper School Physics, currently split into four semester courses of mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, and modern physics
• Work with other science teachers to develop and implement hands-on, student-centered laboratory investigations in line with the science curriculum
• Work collaboratively with other teachers to implement horizontally aligned curriculum across sections 
• Interact with parents and maintain an open dialogue with families to support student success
• Serve as an advisor to 8-10 students in the Upper School
• Create lessons that meet students where they are
• Engage fully with the THS community including, but not limited to, participation in all school-wide assemblies, faculty meetings, department meetings, and various faculty supervisory duties
• Demonstrate competency with current teaching technology and an interest in advancing its use in the classroom
• Engage with student life or athletics, experience and interest in coaching robotics is a plus

Qualifications and Skills:  

• B.S in Physics or related field
• Demonstrated interest in teaching high school aged students, growth mindset and willingness to engage in self-reflective teaching practice
• Demonstrated chemical safety/laboratory experience
• Commitment to broad participation in school life
• Excellent organizational and time management skills 
• Commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of students
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal 

• Enthusiasm for professional growth, academic excellence and creative teaching
• Ability to plan and organize educational content 
• Experience in and commitment to the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community
• Sensitivity to the developmental stages and well-being of children     

Tower Hill School is a coeducational private school for age 3 through Grade 12, dedicated to living our motto Multa Bene Facta — Many Things Done Well. With a beautiful 44-acre campus located in northwest Wilmington, Tower Hill has the reputation as one of the top academic schools in the region. Our unparalleled resources include excellent faculty, state-of the-art facilities and individualized learning support.

Tower Hill School prepares students from diverse backgrounds for full and creative engagement with a dynamic world. Each student is provided with an educational experience that emphasizes the development of an inquisitive, discerning and critical mind; the value of being creative and aesthetically sensitive; the appreciation of physical well being; the ability to collaborate and to function as part of a team; and the growth of character.

Please submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Apply here: Upper School Physics Teacher

Tower Hill School is seeking a full-time Latin teacher to join our Upper and Middle School divisions for the 2025-2026 school year. The Tower Hill Language Department adheres to a communicative and student-centered approach to both classical and modern language instruction. Candidates should be able to teach beginner to advanced level Latin courses, assist in international travel programs, and organize student participation in an annual Latin Day student festival. They should have expertise in content, including teaching methods and assessment practices, and experience connecting language study to cultural, historical, political, and other interdisciplinary topics pertinent to the study of classical language study. In addition, the ideal candidate should demonstrate enthusiasm for connecting the study of Latin to modern life and more generally inspiring curiosity in students.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Teach four to five sections of Latin in the Middle and Upper Schools
  • Courses typically include: MS Latin 7 & 8 (a two-year level 1 course), Latin 2, Latin 3, and Advanced Seminars
• Utilize a variety of pedagogical approaches and instructional technologies to enhance students’ language acquisition and cultural competence
• Provide timely feedback that promotes student growth
• Create lessons that meet students where they are
• Collaborate regularly with language department colleagues to evaluate pacing, assessments, and curriculum
• Interact with parents and maintain an open dialogue with families to support student success
• Serve as an advisor for up to 10 students
• Engage fully with the THS community including, but not limited to, participation in all school-wide assemblies, faculty meetings, department meetings, and various faculty supervisory duties.
• Assist with student supervision and chaperoning

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Latin or a related field (master’s degree preferred)

• Experience teaching Latin at the secondary level (preference will be given to candidates with three or more years of teaching experience)

• Sensitivity to the developmental stages and well-being of children 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills 
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of students
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal 

• Enthusiasm for professional growth, academic excellence and creative teaching
• Ability to plan and organize educational content 
• Commitment to broad participation in school life

• Experience in and commitment to the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community

Tower Hill School is a coeducational private school for age 3 through Grade 12, dedicated to living our motto Multa Bene Facta — Many Things Done Well. With a beautiful 44-acre campus located in northwest Wilmington, Tower Hill has a reputation as one of the top academic schools in the region. Our unparalleled resources include excellent faculty, state-of the-art facilities and individualized learning support.

Tower Hill School prepares students from diverse backgrounds for full and creative engagement with a dynamic world. Each student is provided with an educational experience that emphasizes the development of an inquisitive, discerning and critical mind; the value of being creative and aesthetically sensitive; the appreciation of physical well being; the ability to collaborate and to function as part of a team; and the growth of character.

Tower Hill is an equal opportunity employer.

Please submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Apply here: Upper and Middle School Latin Teacher

Tower Hill is looking for energetic and motivated substitute teachers and/or proctors to work with teachers at all levels, from Preschool to Upper School, in a hybrid learning environment. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and enjoy working across different disciplines. Flexibility in schedules is helpful as there are times we need a substitute without advanced notice. 

Substitutes will be provided with lesson plans from the full-time classroom teacher and are asked to follow those in a way that ensures consistency and optimal learning. In addition to providing a positive learning environment, substitutes will also fulfill any duties that the full-time classroom teacher was assigned for the day(s) they serve as the classroom teacher. 

Proctors will be charged with various duties, ensuring classrooms run smoothly at the direction of remote instructors.

Preferred candidates will possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Education and experience working with groups of children.

Please submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Apply here: Tower Hill School - Substitute Teacher

Kaleidoscope is our extended day program and is considered part of our Lower and Middle School day program, where there’s time for a snack, homework, activities and relaxation. Students have the opportunity to unwind from their busy day, interact with friends and engage in a variety of activities.
It’s a place where:

• Students are in a safe environment with dedicated staff.
• Relationships develop at many levels and friendships are fostered.
• Various enrichment activities are offered to meet diverse needs.
• Creativity is encouraged and imaginations soar.
• Teachers supervise and help with daily homework. 

Staff Responsibilities:

• Provide a stimulating and varied program that recognizes the uniqueness of each child  
• Plan meaningful and engaging activities
• Set up classroom with activities/snack for the day
• Demonstrate a willingness to explore new ideas and approaches provided through the Lower School
• Maintain classrooms, materials, supplies, including the cleanliness, orderliness, and organization of all equipment and classroom spaces 
• Supervise and provide for the safety of students in all settings: classroom and all areas of playground
• Help students build relationships with one another and navigate conflicts through use of peer mediation
• Build relationships and communicate with parents of enrolled students
• Attend staff meetings
• Have consistent, punctual attendance 
• Communicate regularly with Director, both ideas and concerns 
• Complete Clock In/Out using Paycom

Position Qualifications:

• Preferred Bachelors in Education or working towards an education degree
• Previous experience working with young children
• Creativity and growth mindset
• Strong interpersonal skills

Please submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Apply here. Tower Hill School - Kaleidoscope Lead Teacher

Tower Hill School is seeking a Visual Arts Teacher to begin in August 2025. The successful candidate will support our vibrant arts program and our community in an engaging and meaningful way in line with the mission and goals of Tower Hill School. This position will include teaching Middle School Art classes, Upper School Ceramics and managing our Ceramics Studio. This is a full-time, benefitted, 10-month position.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach comprehensive Art classes in the Middle School 
• Teach Ceramics in the Upper School 
• Serve as an advisor for up to 10 students in the Middle School 
• Promote the arts in school, including curating displays of completed work
• Manage and equip the Ceramics studio
• Assist with student supervision for on and off-campus programming
• Participate in faculty meetings and collaborations

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience and demonstrated interest in teaching Ceramics and Middle School Art
• Bachelor’s degree or MFA in Visual Arts, Education, or related field
• Ability to manage and oversee an active ceramics studio
• Sensitivity to the developmental stages and well-being of students 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues 
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal 
• Commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of students

• Enthusiasm for professional growth, academic excellence and creative teaching
• Ability to plan and organize educational content 
• Commitment to broad participation in school life

• Experience in and commitment to the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community
• Ability to safely lift and move moderately heavy objects frequently

Tower Hill School is a coeducational private school for age 3 through Grade 12, dedicated to living our motto Multa Bene Facta — Many Things Done Well. With a beautiful 44-acre campus located in northwest Wilmington, Tower Hill has the reputation as one of the top academic schools in the region. Our unparalleled resources include excellent faculty, state-of the-art facilities and individualized learning support.

Tower Hill School prepares students from diverse backgrounds for full and creative engagement with a dynamic world. Each student is provided with an educational experience that emphasizes the development of an inquisitive, discerning and critical mind; the value of being creative and aesthetically sensitive; the appreciation of physical well being; the ability to collaborate and to function as part of a team; and the growth of character.

Tower Hill is an equal opportunity employer.

Please submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Apply here: Visual Arts/Ceramic Teacher

Tower Hill School is seeking an organized, energetic, and experienced Lower School Music Teacher to inspire and engage young learners through dynamic and creative music instruction. The ideal candidate will be a skilled choral and musical director with strong accompaniment skills on a chordal instrument (such as piano or guitar). This individual will lead musical experiences, direct choral ensembles, and provide music for Lower School assemblies while fostering a love for music in students. This is a full-time, benefitted, 10-month position to start in August 2025.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an engaging music curriculum for lower school students
• Teach Pre Kindergarten through Fourth Grade music 
• Direct and rehearse choral ensembles and prepare them for performances
• Serve as musical director for school productions, coordinating with faculty and students
• Provide accompaniment on a chordal instrument for performances, assemblies, and classroom activities
• Organize and lead music for Lower School assemblies and special events
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and creativity
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and school leadership to integrate music into the broader curriculum
• Maintain and care for music resources, instruments, and performance spaces
• Assist with student supervision and chaperoning outside the classroom
• Participate in faculty collaborations and meetings 
• Complete skill based progress reports twice/year

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Education, Choral Conducting, or a related field
• Proven experience teaching elementary music in a school setting
• Strong choral conducting skills and experience directing young voices
• Proficiency in playing and accompanying on a chordal instrument (e.g., piano or guitar)
• Experience in musical direction for school productions
• Excellent organizational, communication, and classroom management skills
• Commitment to inclusive music practices and teaching with a knowledge of various musical genres.
• Experience in and commitment to the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community
• Passion for inspiring young musicians and fostering a lifelong appreciation for music
• Experience with Orff, Kodály, or Dalcroze methodologies
• Familiarity with technology in music education
• Background in arranging music for young voices
• Sensitivity to the developmental stages and well-being of children 
• Commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of students

Tower Hill School is a coeducational private school for age 3 through Grade 12, dedicated to living our motto Multa Bene Facta — Many Things Done Well. With a beautiful 44-acre campus located in northwest Wilmington, Tower Hill has the reputation as one of the top academic schools in the region. Our unparalleled resources include excellent faculty, state-of the-art facilities and individualized learning support.

Tower Hill School prepares students from diverse backgrounds for full and creative engagement with a dynamic world. Each student is provided with an educational experience that emphasizes the development of an inquisitive, discerning and critical mind; the value of being creative and aesthetically sensitive; the appreciation of physical well being; the ability to collaborate and to function as part of a team; and the growth of character.

Tower Hill is an equal opportunity employer.

Please submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Apply here: Lower School Music Teacher and Choral Director

Tower Hill seeks an enthusiastic Assistant or Associate Director of College Counseling to be a critical member of a four-person team which includes the Director of College Counseling, Assistant Head of School, and an Associate Director of College Counseling. Reporting to the Director of College Counseling, this role requires a desire to work closely with a range of talented students and a willingness to fully engage in the life of the school. This person will have an inclination to connect with students, families, and colleagues with patience, warmth, curiosity, humility, and professionalism. The start date in May, June, or July 2025 for this 12-month position is flexible depending on the candidate.

Primary duties and responsibilities include:

• Counsel and support a caseload of approximately 25-30 juniors and 25-30 seniors through all aspects of their post-secondary and college search process
• Work closely with students to bring out their strengths in all parts of the application process including feedback on essays, help with working ahead of deadlines, interview practice, and advice on standardized testing policies
• Stay current on and advise students, parents, and the broader Tower Hill community about national trends and policies in the college admissions world
• Teach and deliver direct instruction through small college counseling classes, lead workshops, and present material in large grade meetings
• Serve as a visible presence throughout the community, attending school events, collaborating with colleagues, and building strong relationships that foster trust among students, families, faculty, and staff
• Serve as a resource for 9th and 10th-grade students and families through regular group programming and individual meetings when needed
• Write highly personalized counselor letter for each student in their cohort
• Build strong and trusting relationships with families through individual meetings, regular communication, and visibility within the community
• Serve as the advisor to approximately eight Upper School students
• Present to large groups of students and families on Tower Hill’s programming and offerings, as well as larger issues and trends in college admissions
• Understand the Upper School curriculum and collaborate with faculty in the execution of the Upper School program
• Regularly attend and participate in additional professional development, college visits, training, and workshops on topics related to our work
• Meet with and build relationships with college representatives, both on campus and through travel
• Use data to inform college list building and understand data related to the college admissions landscape
• Stay knowledgeable about and recommend summer opportunities to students
• Work as a team player in a highly collaborative office environment, pitching in to help and taking on additional responsibilities as needed

Education, experience, and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of three to five years combined experience in college counseling and/or selective college admissions is preferred
• Excellent listening, counseling, and communication abilities
• Strong organizational and workload management skills
• Ability to work with discretion and highest ethical standards 

Tower Hill School is a coeducational private school for age 3 through Grade 12, dedicated to living our motto Multa Bene Facta — Many Things Done Well. With a beautiful 44-acre campus located in northwest Wilmington, Tower Hill has the reputation as one of the top academic schools in the region. Our unparalleled resources include excellent faculty, state-of-the-art facilities and individualized learning support.

Tower Hill School prepares students from diverse backgrounds for full and creative engagement with a dynamic world. Each student is provided with an educational experience that emphasizes the development of an inquisitive, discerning and critical mind; the value of being creative and aesthetically sensitive; the appreciation of physical well-being; the ability to collaborate and to function as part of a team; and the growth of character.

Tower Hill School is an equal-opportunity employer.

Please submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Apply here:

Assistant/Associate Director of College Counseling

Tower Hill School seeks substitute school nurses for per diem coverage in a PreK-12 independent school setting. Additional long term substitute coverage is needed in the spring of 2020. The successful candidate will be student-centered and committed to a team approach to school-wide health and wellness. This position requires a high degree of interpersonal communication and organizational skills in addition to general nursing duties. Experience in pediatric or community health is preferred. 

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited RN nursing program 
• Active Delaware Registered Nurse License (or compact state)
• Must have at least two years of clinical experience 
• Current BLS certification

Preferred Skills: 

• Previous School Nursing Experience or experience providing healthcare to school-aged children
• PALS certification
• Monitor and maintain health screening/immunization information
• Ability to multitask in a healthcare environment
• Serve as a liaison between school personnel, family, and community healthcare providers to ensure a healthy school environment

Position Detail:

• This is a per-diem (as needed) position.
• These positions are on-call, as needed positions to fill in for our regular school nurse in their absence. There is no guarantee of hours with these positions. 
• School hours are 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

Please submit a resume and cover letter as soon as possible to:

Lindsay Acevedo, Dean of Hiring and Recruitment, at [email protected]

Horizons at Tower Hill School is seeking a dedicated and effective Reading Specialist with a dynamic talent for creating and nurturing a lifelong joy of learning in children. We are looking for a talented, passionate, caring professional who will work as a team player, fulfill the Horizons mission, and create a joyous, inclusive, inspiring and educational culture.

Horizons at Tower Hill School provides a six-week, full day educational enrichment summer session designed to encourage and support students from Tower Hill’s surrounding communities that have been impacted by educational inequity. We are committed to the development of the whole child through experiences that build problem solving skills, foster awareness of community responsibility, instill respect for others, and encourage a life-long interest in learning. Horizons blends high-quality academics with arts, athletics, enrichment, and confidence-building activities, including a special focus on the important life skill of swimming.

The Reading Specialist will work with our Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Volunteers, and will be supported by the Executive Director. During the summer of 2025, Horizons at Tower Hill will welcome back two 15-person classes of rising 2nd and 3rd graders and will welcome one new class of 15 rising 1st graders. Teachers are able to design a project-based curriculum and integrate learning strategies that address the individual needs of the students. It is our hope that Horizons summer staff members will return to the program for more than one summer as we continue to work together, support our students, and build the program and the community.

Position Overview

Horizons at Tower Hill School is seeking a dedicated Reading Specialist. We are looking for a professional, caring individual with the ability to engage students in learning and to teach all aspects of literacy; reading / writing / spelling / speaking (including phonetics, phonology, morphology, orthography, semantics, syntax and text structure) throughout our six week summer enrichment program. Candidates must be willing to work as a team player to build this vibrant program, lead the development of the literacy program and help fulfill the Horizons mission. It is our hope that Horizons summer staff will be open to returning to the program for more than one summer, as we continue to work together, support our students, and build the program and the community.

This is a temporary in-person position located at 2813 West 17th Street, Wilmington, DE, 19806.

Essential Job Functions:

The Reading Specialist will work as part of the leadership team with the Executive Director to accomplish the literacy/academic enrichment, assessment, and staff literacy instruction development goals of the program. The Reading Specialist will work closely with our educators to coordinate all literacy aspects of assessment with curriculum, identify tutoring needs, and keep all stakeholders informed of relevant implementations, issues, and results. They will also identify readers for tiered supports, and they will implement daily small group tutoring sessions with these students.

Specifically, the Reading Specialist will:

• Coordinate all aspects of all standardized assessments in terms of the pre/post and any ongoing assessments including logistics and data sharing across the organization
• Plan and coordinate the sharing of assessment results with all relevant staff members
• Assist with any staff or volunteer development for accomplishing academic growth for each student
• When appropriate, prepare a report on individual students to be shared with the partner school staff.
• Assist with staff training in an individual and group capacity.
• Emphasize the importance of good oral language models for all students, and daily practice in developing higher levels of oral language for all classrooms, including art, music and other sciences.
• Support teacher differentiation of literacy instruction based on student needs.
• Coordinate literacy resources and access to Horizons leveled library and guided reading books.
• Meet regularly with Administration as needed to accomplish goals and/orproblem-solve as issues occur.

Qualifications:

In addition to a strong commitment to Horizon’s mission, this position requires a balance of knowledge of best practices for reading instruction and practical experience and proficiency in the skills of literacy instruction. More detailed qualifications for this position include:

• Knowledge of grade level literacy standards and proven ability to plan and deliver effective, engaging, literacy instruction.
• Ability to relate effectively to a diverse community and demonstrate an understanding of culturally responsive instruction.
• Knowledge of concepts and pedagogical best practices of print, letter recognition, phoneme awareness, decoding, fluency, spelling, vocabulary development, comprehension, composition, and other key literacy skills.
• Knowledge of current research needed to be able to adequately support student communication in all forms.
• Awareness of the importance of oral language development for students along the full English proficiency spectrum.
• A strong affinity with the values of Horizons. Willingness to address racial and socioeconomic disparities in educational opportunities and outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills and ability to maintain good communication between all parties, to have clear expectations and directions, and to provide feedback to the ED, to staff, and to Horizons National as the literacy program unfolds.

Dates:

• Three Staff Orientation Dates in April, May, and June- Dates TBA
• June 18 and June 20: Classroom Set-up Days
• June 23 - August 1: Program Instruction Days (Mon-Fri, except July 3 and July 4)

The program meets daily from 7:45 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The Reading Specialist is expected to honor the full time, six-week commitment and three Saturdays throughout the school year. Salary depending on experience.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Gemelle John, Executive Director of Horizons at Tower Hill School at [email protected] by Monday February 24, 2025, subject line “Horizons Staff 2025”.

Horizons at Tower Hill School is seeking a dedicated and effective Lead Teacher with a dynamic talent for creating and nurturing a lifelong joy of learning in children. We are looking for a talented, passionate, caring professional who will work as a team player, fulfill the Horizons mission, and create a joyous, inclusive, inspiring and educational culture. 

Horizons at Tower Hill School provides a six-week, full day educational enrichment summer session designed to encourage and support students from Tower Hill’s surrounding communities that have been impacted by educational inequity. We are committed to the development of the whole child through experiences that build problem solving skills, foster awareness of community responsibility, instill respect for others, and encourage a life-long interest in learning. Horizons blends high-quality academics with arts, athletics, enrichment, and confidence-building activities, including a special focus on the important life skill of swimming.

The Lead Teacher will work with an Assistant Teacher, Volunteers, Program Staff and a Reading Specialist, and will be supported by the Executive Director. During the summer of 2025, Horizons at Tower Hill will welcome back two 15-person classes of rising 2nd and 3rd graders and will welcome one new class of 15 rising 1st graders. Teachers are able to design a project-based curriculum and integrate learning strategies that address the individual needs of the students. It is our hope that Horizons summer staff members will return to the program for more than one summer as we continue to work together, support our students, and build the program and the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach high quality, culturally competent, project-based curriculum and engage students in learning math, science and language arts throughout our six week summer enrichment program. 
• Plan and lead fun, community-building games and enriching experiential learning opportunities, and accompany students to swimming lessons and field trips.
• Lead the Horizons staff in identifying individual students’ learning profiles, building on each youth's academic strengths and coordinating resources and activities to best address his/her areas of need.
• Participate in daily meals with the students, attend Family Night and Faculty Meetings, and other duties that may be required. 
• Mentor the assistant teacher(s) and work with staff to review assessment data and align curriculum across subject areas.
• Develop and nurture a safe, respectful, challenging and fun learning environment. 
• Assist in evaluating program effectiveness.
• As needed and appropriate, aid in accessing and attracting useful resources of community institutions, the school system, public agencies, and local businesses for the benefit of the Horizons programs.
• Help maintain ongoing communication with parents, caregivers and school year teachers.
• Participate in the planning and delivery of half-day learning activities for students and families on Saturdays throughout the school year (one per quarter).
• Meet regularly with the Executive Director as needed to accomplish goals and/or problem-solve as issues occur.
• In collaboration with the Executive Director, provide ongoing input into this job description as the position unfolds to keep this job description as accurate as possible. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications: 

In addition to a strong commitment to Horizon’s mission, this position requires a balance of knowledge of best practices and practical experience with and proficiency in the skills of instruction. The ideal candidate for the Lead Teacher position must be flexible, well organized, capable of taking initiative, and full of enthusiasm for both teaching and learning. 

• Three or more years of teaching experience, with a gift for both building on students' love of learning and bolstering their basic academic skills. 
• Proven ability to relate well to diverse children and families, to plan and deliver engaging, challenging lessons for school-age children.
• Knowledge and skill in classroom management, social emotional learning and specific strategies for developing children’s noncognitive skills such as focus, determination, empathy and self discipline. 
• Ability to maintain good communication between all parties, to have clear expectations and directions, and to provide feedback to the ED, to staff, and to Horizons National as the curriculum and the program unfolds. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills. 
• Leadership experience and ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team. 
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; or equivalent
• Complete all state and federal clearances and be CPR/AED certified

Dates:

• Three Staff Orientation Dates in April, May, and June - Dates TBA 
• June 18 and June 20: Classroom Set-up Days
• June 23 - August 1: Program Instruction Days (Mon-Fri, except July 3 and July 4) 

The program meets daily from 7:45 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The Lead Teacher  is expected to honor the full time, six-week commitment and three Saturdays throughout the school year. Salary starts at $7,000 and extends depending on experience.

To Apply: 

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Gemelle John, Executive Director of Horizons at Tower Hill School at [email protected] by Monday February 24, 2025, subject line “Horizons Staff 2025”.

Horizons at Tower Hill School is seeking dedicated and effective assistant 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade teachers with a dynamic talent for creating and nurturing a lifelong joy of learning in children. We are looking for a talented, passionate, caring professional who will work as a team player, fulfill the Horizons mission, and create a joyous, inclusive, inspiring and educational culture. 

Horizons at Tower Hill School provides a six-week, full day educational enrichment summer session designed to encourage and support students from Tower Hill’s surrounding communities that have been impacted by educational inequity. We are committed to the development of the whole child through experiences that build problem solving skills, foster awareness of community responsibility, instill respect for others, and encourage a life-long interest in learning. Horizons blends high-quality academics with arts, athletics, enrichment, and confidence-building activities, including a special focus on the important life skill of swimming.

Our team consists of  three lead teachers, three assistant teachers, program staff and volunteers, and a Reading Specialist, and will be supported by the Executive Director. During the summer of 2025, Horizons at Tower Hill will welcome back two 15-person classes of rising 2nd and 3rd graders and will welcome one new class of 15 rising 1st graders. Teachers are able to design a project-based curriculum and integrate learning strategies that address the individual needs of the students. It is our hope that Horizons summer staff members will return to the program for more than one summer as we continue to work together, support our students, and build the program and the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach high quality, culturally competent, project-based curriculum and engage students in learning math, science and language arts throughout our six week summer enrichment program. 
• Plan and lead fun, community-building games and enriching experiential learning opportunities, and accompany students to swimming lessons and field trips.
• Participate in daily meals with the students, attend Family Night and Faculty Meetings, and other duties that may be required. 
• Develop and nurture a safe, respectful, challenging and fun learning environment. 
• Assist in evaluating program effectiveness.
• As needed and appropriate, aid in accessing and attracting useful resources of community institutions, the school system, public agencies, and local businesses for the benefit of the Horizons programs.
• Help maintain ongoing communication with parents, caregivers and school year teachers.
• Participate in the planning and delivery of half-day learning activities for students and families on Saturdays throughout the school year (one per quarter).
• In collaboration with the Executive Director, provide ongoing input into this job description as the position unfolds to keep this job description as accurate as possible. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications: 

In addition to a strong commitment to Horizon’s mission, this position requires a balance of knowledge of best practices and practical experience with and proficiency in the skills of instruction. The ideal candidate for the Lead Teacher position must be flexible, well organized, capable of taking initiative, and full of enthusiasm for both teaching and learning. 

• One or more years of teaching experience, with a gift for both building on students' love of learning and bolstering their basic academic skills. 
• Proven ability to relate well to diverse children and families, to plan and deliver engaging, challenging lessons for school-age children.
• Knowledge and skill in classroom management, social emotional learning and specific strategies for developing children’s noncognitive skills such as focus, determination, empathy and self discipline. 
• Ability to maintain good communication between all parties, to have clear expectations and directions, and to provide feedback to the ED, to staff, and to Horizons National as the curriculum and the program unfolds. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and time management skills. 
• Leadership experience and ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; or equivalent
• Complete all state and federal clearances and be CPR/AED certified

Dates:

• Three Staff Orientation Dates in April, May, and June- Dates TBA 
• June 18 and June 20: Classroom Set-up Days
• June 23-August 1: Program Instruction Days (Mon-Fri, except July 3 and July 4) 

The program meets daily from 7:45 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The Assistant Teacher is expected to honor the full time, six-week commitment and three Saturdays throughout the school year. Salary starts at $5,000 and varies depending on experience. 

To Apply: 

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Gemelle John, Executive Director of Horizons at Tower Hill School at [email protected] by Monday February 24, 2025, subject line “Horizons Staff 2025”.

Tower Hill School is looking to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill future coaching opportunities beginning with the 2023-2024 academic year. 

The athletics program at Tower Hill competes in the Delaware Independent Schools Conference and Delaware Interscholastic Athletics Association, offering 15 sports at the middle school level (grades 7-8) and 19 sports at the upper school level (grades 9-12). Tower Hill believes that the physical well being of our students is as important as their intellectual development and that many important lessons are taught through an athletic experience. Therefore, athletics are a fundamental part of the total curriculum at Tower Hill and are an integral part of the school day. Students in grades 7-10 are expected to participate in interscholastic athletics during each season while students in grades 11-12 are expected to participate in interscholastic athletics during two of the three seasons.

The objectives of teachers and coaches at Tower Hill are identical: to help young people reach their fullest potential intellectually, emotionally, and physically. Coaches are teachers who deal with physical fitness as well as the fundamentals and strategies of sport. We must offer our student athletes, who vary in their interest and ability, quality programs that appropriately challenge them to stretch their outer limits of endurance, self-discipline, loyalty, self-confidence, leadership, cooperation, and winning and losing graciously. Coaches are expected to uphold high standards and teach the valuable lessons that can be learned from athletic competition.

If you are interested in becoming a coach at Tower Hill, please submit a resume and cover letter to Steve Cacciavillano, Director of Athletics, at [email protected]. Please be sure to include your sports of interest as well as what levels (varsity, sub-varsity, middle school) you are interested in. Once you have submitted your documentation, the school will be in touch should there be an opportunity available that fits your coaching interests. 

Tower Hill School is a coeducational private school for age 3 through Grade 12, dedicated to living our motto Multa Bene Facta—Many Things Done Well. With a beautiful 44-acre campus located in northwest Wilmington, Tower Hill has a reputation as one of the top academic schools in the region. Our unparalleled resources include excellent faculty, state-of the-art facilities and individualized learning support.

Tower Hill School prepares students from diverse backgrounds for full and creative engagement with a dynamic world. Each student is provided with an educational experience that emphasizes the development of an inquisitive, discerning and critical mind; the value of being creative and aesthetically sensitive; the appreciation of physical well being; the ability to collaborate and to function as part of a team; and the growth of character.

Tower Hill is an equal opportunity employer.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Access to fitness facilities and fitness classes

• Paid Time Off
• Free aftercare included during work hours

• Competitive Salary Band Structure
• 403(b) with Matching Component
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Account
• Personal liaison from Voya

• 75% tuition remission for faculty and staff children at Tower Hill
• Tuition coverage for graduate school
• Free lunch
• Discounted summer camp