Tower Hill School seeks a collaborative, thoughtful and reliable full-time Assistant/Associate Director of Communications and Marketing to drive and manage projects in storytelling and creative content for the school. This position focuses on writing and editing projects for multiple communication channels, while also contributing to photography and digital projects as part of a cohesive team. A central focus of the role will be on creating work products that trumpet the joy and value of a Tower Hill education to prospective families, supporting the work of the Enrollment Management team.

Reporting to the Director of Communications and Marketing, the Assistant/Associate Director of Communications and Marketing is a key member of a three-person communications team and will lead writing and copyediting efforts, helping to create the school’s narrative internally and externally. In addition, the Assistant/Associate Director will contribute to institutional storytelling in a broad range of materials including newsletters, social media, biannual school magazine, website, alumni outreach and email communications.

The Assistant/Associate Director of Communications and Marketing will work in tandem with the Director of Communications and Marketing to manage the school’s communications strategy, messaging and branding. The candidate will build and maintain strong relationships across the school community by partnering with the admission office, faculty, alumni, students, and parents to craft and refine the school’s story and voice by discovering and amplifying news, successes, diversity, service, and humanity. 

The start date for this position may be immediately or no later than July 1, 2026.

Ideal candidates should possess the following credentials and qualities:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, or a related field
• A minimum of three years experience in the education field, independent schools, and/or nonprofit work
• An outstanding writer, editor, and proofreader who can produce original and accurate copy for a variety of channels, often on a tight timeline
• Superb attention to grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation; familiarity with AP Style is preferred
• Experience writing for and managing social media, including analytics
• Experience working on marketing campaigns 
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, and Slides)
• Experience working with a website Content Management System (CMS) 
• Project management experience and the ability to simultaneously move multiple projects forward
• Familiarity with public relations and media outreach, being able to craft powerful pitches
• Extremely detail-oriented and organized
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated examples of work where versatility, resourcefulness, innovation, and problem-solving skills influenced the outcome

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.

Mission Statement: 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

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 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

Tower Hill School seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Part-time Upper School Math Teacher. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in mathematics, be versatile enough to teach calculus at a college preparatory school, and be comfortable working with technology. In addition, the candidate should have the collaborative skills to work with a department of dedicated, talented colleagues, be familiar with current best practices and pedagogy, and possess a strong sense of responsibility for the success of every student. This is a part-time position to start in November 2025 and teach through early June 2026. 

Essential Functions:

• Teach 1-2 sections of Honor Calculus
• Work collaboratively with other teachers to develop, implement, and document a horizontally aligned curriculum across sections and a vertically aligned curriculum across years
• Design assessments and use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• Interact with parents and maintain an open dialogue with families to support student success
• Engage with the THS community by attending school-wide assemblies, faculty meetings, and department meetings as time allows
• Demonstrate competency with current teaching technology and an interest in advancing its use in the classroom
• Collaborate to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
• Deliver rigorous and engaging content and instruction to students with passion and a willingness to help students succeed
• Embody a mastery-orientation, gearing assessment and instructional methods toward student growth and understanding

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications and Skills:            

• B.S in Math or related field required, Master’s or above preferred
• Demonstrated interest in teaching high school aged students, growth mindset and willingness to engage in self-reflective teaching practice

• 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

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.

Tower Hill School seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Math Department Chair to lead and oversee the development and implementation of the Math Department’s curriculum, pedagogy, and assessments in grades 5 - 12. The Math Department Chair also provides influence in curriculum decisions K-4, and acts as a leader in the wider school community by helping to advance strategic priorities as set by the school and in collaboration with other department chairs. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in mathematics, be versatile enough to teach the various levels of math appropriate at a college preparatory school, and be comfortable working with technology. In addition, the candidate should have the collaborative skills to work with a department of dedicated, talented colleagues, be familiar with current best practices and pedagogy, and possess a strong sense of responsibility for the success of every student. This is a full-time, benefitted, 10-month position to begin in August 2026. 

Department Leadership Responsibilities:

• Conduct observations and evaluations of teachers, with particular emphasis on those who need more attention or who are due for a more in-depth review, including new teachers.
• Ensure the proper sequence and documentation of content and skills within the department.
• Serve as an instructional leader within the department by staying current of best practices, while modeling and encouraging their use.
• Ensure that each course is well designed and that information about curricula is communicated to all stakeholders.
• Lead departmental discussions and initiatives that will strengthen teachers’ skills, the department’s program and the school’s goals.
• Make sure that classroom practices like assessments and grading are fair and consistent between different instructors.
• Model appropriate boundaries, focus on student care, and support faculty, as necessary, in their student interactions.
• Maintain expenditures with departmental budgets and plan operational and capital budgets for the upcoming year
• Model a growth mindset by eliciting feedback from department members and responding appropriately to suggestions.
• Run regular department meetings with purposeful agendas and effective follow-up
• Represent the department at school functions and talk with administrators if issues arise
• Facilitate the hiring of new faculty members in collaboration with the Assistant Head of School and Division Head, and collaborate to ensure that substitute teachers are brought in when necessary
• Welcome, orient, and mentor new faculty members in the Math Department, including participating in week-long New Faculty and Staff orientation in August
• Allocate teachers to classes each year
• Along with the Dean of Faculty, support teachers’ professional development in line with the goals of the department and the school
• Coordinate the placement process for new and existing students to ensure that students are placed in appropriately challenging courses
• Serve as a point of contact for families who have questions about the math program or their child’s math experience
• Serve on the Department Chairs Committee as part of the academic leadership of the school
• Coordinate the running of various math competitions including AMC, Math League, and Math Olympiad
• Work with divisional and school leadership to create and maintain a vibrant mathematical culture inside the schoolhouse, developing and promoting a positive student experience with math across the program

Essential Functions:

• Teach three sections of Math
  • Courses will be assigned based on the experience and interests of the teacher, as well as the needs of the department
• Work collaboratively with other teachers to develop, implement, and document a horizontally aligned curriculum across sections and a vertically aligned curriculum across years.
• Design assessments and use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• Interact with parents and maintain an open dialogue with families to support student success
• Serve as an advisor to 7-10 students in the Upper School
• 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.
• Engage with student life and/or athletics
• Demonstrate competency with current teaching technology and an interest in advancing its use in the classroom
• Collaborate to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
• Deliver rigorous and engaging content and instruction to students with passion and a willingness to help students succeed
• Embody a mastery-orientation, gearing assessment and instructional methods toward student growth and understanding
• Meet Essential Expectations required of all teachers

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications and Skills:            

• B.S in Math or related field required, Master’s or above preferred

• Demonstrated interest in teaching high school aged students, growth mindset and willingness to engage in self-reflective teaching practice

• 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

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.

Tower Hill School - Math Department Chair

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]

Tower Hill School is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Head Coach for Varsity Girls Tennis starting with the 2025-2026 academic year. 

Tower Hill strives to build upon a competitive varsity girls tennis program that has achieved a high level of success in both team and individual competitions. Candidates are expected to have a thorough understanding of skill development and utilize coaching strategies that motivate players and build a positive team culture. In addition to coaching responsibilities and team management, the head coach assumes general oversight of sub-varsity and middle school teams, coordinates the girls tennis coaching staff, and is expected to contribute in admission functions when necessary. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate the ways in which inclusive and equitable practices inform their approach to coaching and team building within the program.

This position is compensated with a stipend, and coaches are required to abide by the rules and regulations established by the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association as well as all Tower Hill School policies and procedures

Additional Qualifications/Qualities/Responsibilities:

• Three or more years of previous tennis coaching experience at the high school, club, and/or college level.
• Well organized and effective communication skills.
• Desire to mentor student athletes and serve as a positive role model.
• Strong collaboration skills with fellow coaches and administrators.
• Ability to promote and generate excitement for the sport of wrestling.
• Support of student athletes’ efforts to pursue additional athletic opportunities at Tower Hill.
• Providing outreach to prospective student athletes.
• Assisting in supporting student athletes in the college recruiting process if they have the desire to compete at the next level.
• Attendance at all required professional development opportunities.
• Completing and/or assisting with all administrative coaching duties pertaining to practices and competitions, including but not limited to: management of all team equipment, distribution and collection of uniforms, daily attendance, roster management, match-day operations, score reporting, and awareness of travel logistics.

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

Tower Hill School is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Head Strength and Conditioning Coach from November 2025 through June 2026 to lead evidence-based programming designed to maximize athletic performance, prevent injury and develop lifelong habits of fitness and mindful nutrition. This is a part-time position scheduled for the hours between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on days when school is in session. The Head Strength and Conditioning Coach will report to the Director of Athletics, and work closely with our Director of Physical Health, Assistant Director of Athletics, Head Coaches and Athletic Trainers.

With a rich 106-year athletic history, over 400 Tower Hill students in grades 7-12 compete on 60 interscholastic sports teams across 16 sports. Tower Hill’s athletic program is a multi-sport program in which students can play on teams in each athletic season. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and implement training programs to improve students’ strength, speed, agility and overall athleticism using evidence-based best practices. 
• Meet with head program coaches to discuss sport and player specific needs and design strength and conditioning programs accordingly.
• Schedule team-based strength and conditioning workouts for Middle School and Upper School teams in cooperation with the head coach of each specific sport between the hours of 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on school days.
• Supervise and monitor student-athletes while using the weight room and strength and conditioning equipment.
• Teach athletes best practices, sound fundamentals and proper techniques for using free weights and other strength and conditioning training equipment.
• Educate athletes and coaches on mindful, safe and healthy nutrition and supplementation.
• Work in cooperation with athletic training staff regarding injury prevention, injury recovery and individual athletes’ return-to-play milestones.
• Conduct pre/post season testing for athletes and teams to monitor athlete progress during their playing seasons and throughout the year.
• Advise coaches on pre-game and pre-practice warm-up protocols as well as post-activity cooldowns.
• Stay current with industry best practices, equipment and programming for Middle and Upper School athletes.
• Motivate and connect with athletes across all levels of experience, interest and abilities.
• Maintain an orderly and clean environment in the weight room that is consistent with established protocols and expectations of the school.
• Keep inventory of equipment and supplies in the weight room.
• Update the Athletic Director on equipment and supply needs and/or upgrades recommended to provide Tower Hill athletes with the best possible strength training experience available.
• Design dynamic, energizing summer conditioning programs that prepare all student athletes for their upcoming seasons. 
• Participate and present during coaches meetings in coordination with the athletic administration.
• Attend all mandatory meetings as requested by the school administrators, and attend optional meetings as needed for the purposes of athletics.

Qualifications and Character Traits:

• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Athletic Training or other related field 
• Current National Strength & Conditioning Association certification required. USA Weightlifting certification desired
• Minimum of two years’ experience working with adolescent athletes
• Experience working in co-ed school-based athletic programs preferred
• Current CPR/AED certification
• Knowledge and proficiency working in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
• Must be able to work under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude and maintaining professionalism at all times
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions
• Must be able to meet the physical demands and working conditions including lifting, bending, walking, kneeling, stretching and stooping

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.

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

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 Dan Ryan, 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