Career Opportunities

Tower Hill recognizes that outstanding educators make for an exceptional student experience. In addition to teaching, our faculty have numerous opportunities to coach athletics, serve as student advisors, mentor student government groups and participate in the arts, building valuable connections in the classroom, on the fields and out in the community. Our teaching faculty are lifelong learners and active members in their respective disciplines, and we support their ongoing professional development through a variety of school-sponsored workshops, conferences and training opportunities.

To apply for a position or express interest in future opportunities, please contact Director of Hiring and Recruitment Lindsay Acevedo at lacevedo@towerhill.org.

Administrative Openings

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Teaching Openings

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  • Substitute Teachers and/or Proctors

    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 After School Program

    Tower Hill is looking for energetic and dependable candidates to work in the Kaleidoscope After School Program. Preferred candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in education or experience working with groups of children.

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

Staff Openings

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  • Accounting Manager

    Overview

    Reporting to the Director of Finance & Human Resources, the Accounting Manager will assist in the management of the Business Office working collaboratively with department members who are responsible for Payroll, Student Billing, and Accounts Payable. This role will support the implementation of new and existing financial systems, manage the monthly and year-end accounting cycles that support the preparation of annual financial statements and IRS tax documents. The Accounting manager will regularly review internal controls and ensure the School’s accounting records are in compliance with GAAP. Ensure the effective and responsive delivery of services (including reports and information) to the internal and external community. This position will work closely with the Director of Finance & HR to strengthen the finance and human resource functions that support its students, faculty and staff..

    Responsibilities

    • Assist in the development and implementation of procedures and policies that ensure an efficient and effective operation.
    • Responsible for management of the General Ledger accounting system, ensuring a timely month end close, and all appropriate general ledger accounts are properly reconciled.
    • Continual evaluation of processes and information systems to identify ways to improve and leverage systems to become more efficient and to better serve end user and management needs.
    • Ensure that our financial software applications are reconciled to the General Ledger on a monthly basis.
    • Support Payroll as needed by collaborating and problem-solving issues as they arise, assisting with the improvement of policies and processes, and partnering effectively with HR. Ensure that all payroll related accounts are reconciled.
    • Support Human Resources and Benefits Administration as needed by providing support to functions such as employee on-boarding, off-boarding, hiring and appointment letter issuance through DocuSign.
    • Support the Accounts Payable function. This may include the weekly review of AP invoices checking for appropriate signatures, correct account and project numbers and ensuring compliance with IRS and DOL guidelines as well existing internal policies. Ensure that all appropriate reconciliations are completed. Assist with efforts to strengthen procurement practices at the School, including the development of new policies and procedures.
    • Support the Student Billing function as needed. Help evaluate systems and processes, making sure that we are offering families a positive experience.
    • Ensuring that cash transactions are being properly recorded and the appropriate cash controls are in place.
    • Ensure redundancy and that monthly reconciliations are completed.
    • Support the general ledger and endowment accounting as necessary.
    • Ensure monthly review of all auxiliary program accounts to make sure entries are recorded properly and the use of appropriate codes for each transaction. Assist directors of summer and auxiliary programs with financial planning and reporting and strengthening their business operations.
    • Help oversee and review the school wide debit card program. Work with business office staff to create an education program for employees who have school issued purchase cards, how to use the online platform and understand the monthly deadlines.
    • Assist with the preparation of the annual tax returns, e.g., form 990, 5500, as well as the year-end W-2 and 1099 processes.
    • Serve as a liaison for all audits (e.g., financial statements, retirement plan, etc.).
    • Business Office partner for Facilities for capital spending.
    • Business Office partner to Admissions and Development, working to ensure all aspects of fundraising and net tuition are appropriately reconciled.
    Special projects as assigned by the Director of Finance & HR or CFO.

    Qualifications
    • Requires a four-year degree in business/accounting from an accredited institution. Advanced degrees are a plus but not required.
    • Four or more years of accounting experience, preferably in an educational institution or other non-profit organization.
    • Experience with accounting applications required.
    • Effective analytical, financial and business management skills. Ability to earn the trust and respect of co-workers and create positive relationships.
    • This position also requires knowledge of accounting principles and internal control procedures, as well as knowledge of accounts payable, tuition billing, payroll functions, and related computing systems.
    • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with all levels of employees, management and external agencies to maximize performance.
    • Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize work, ability to meet multiple and often competing deadlines.
    • Desirable traits include: collaborative work style, high integrity, strong work ethic and positive outlook. Ability to evaluate and improve processes and leverage technology.
    • Must be highly proficient with Microsoft Suite applications, specifically Excel. Ability to learn and work with various accounting programs. Prior knowledge of QuickBooks Online is preferred.
     
     
    Tower Hill School is a coeducational private school for ages 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 - Accounting Manager


  • Athletic Trainer and Athletics Department Associate

    Tower Hill School is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Athletic Trainer and Athletics Department Associate for the remainder of the 2023-2024 academic year. The start date is flexible, but before March 2024 is preferred. This is an 11 month, full-time, benefited position and reports to the Director of Physical Health and Director of Athletics.

    Primary Responsibilities:
    • Prevention, recognition, and treatment of athletic injuries before, during, and after practices/competitions
    • Oversee and maintain weight room policies/coverage for student athletes
    • Administer IMPACT testing and monitor of Return to Play protocols (concussion)
    • Construct and monitor rehab/treatment programs using modalities appropriate for injury
    • Coordinate communication between parents, administration, and coaches for all student athlete injury purposes
    • Collaborate with doctors to provide emergency and follow-up care
    • Participate and present during coaches meetings in coordination with the athletic administration
    • Maintain accurate records for all injuries and treatments using Magnus Health software
    • Review and approve submissions of DIAA required forms prior to the start of each sports season in conjunction with Director of Physical Health
    • Update and maintain group lists within Magnus for sports teams by season to aid in communication between school and home
    • Manage all necessary supplies/equipment related to the athletic training room
    • Maintain an orderly and clean environment in the athletic training room that is consistent with established protocols and expectations of the school
    • Compile and keep policies/protocols up-to-date related to emergency action plan
    • Attend all mandatory meetings as requested by the school administrators and attend optional meetings as needed for the purposes of athletics
    • Commit to being an active member of the Wellness Team by attending meetings, leading projects, and serving as a representative for the athletic department 
    • Assist with athletic department operational tasks as assigned by the Director of Athletics including but not limited to: uniform management, facility set-up, and data entry pertaining to eligibility, transportation, scheduling, and officials
    • Assist with additional coverages in the school community as assigned by the Director of Physical Health including but not limited to: Health Office coverage, summer camp health oversight, and school wide events requiring presence of medical personnel
    • Annual submission to the Weathervane newsletter with as needed announcements to promote athletics in the community

    Qualifications/Qualities:
    • Licensed by State of DE
    • BOC certified
    • CPR/AED first aid certifications for professional rescuer
      • Maintain CPR instructor certification
    • Maintain # of CEU’s per period by attending continuing education seminars
    • Maintain competency with IMPACT testing
    • Knowledge and proficiency working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) 
    • Knowledge and proficiency working in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
    • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and maintaining professionalism at all times
    • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
    • Flexibility to accommodate schedules that include evenings, weekends, and some days when school is not in session
    • Bachelor's degree required from an NATA Accredited University
    • Masters degree preferred
    • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
    • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
    • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
    • 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.
    Tower Hill - Athletic Trainer and Athletics Department Associate




  • Security Officer

    Tower Hill School has an immediate opening for a Campus Security role - Night Shift 2 PM-10 PM, who will report to the Director of Campus Safety & Security. The role will provide security and protection services over persons, buildings, and/or properties of Tower Hill School.

    Basic Roles and Responsibilities
    • Be visible within the school community. Attend and participate in school functions. Build working relationships with the school’s staff as well as with student and parent groups.
    • Promote a security mindset and be a positive role model. Increase the visibility and accessibility of security and safety to the school community.
    • The ability to counsel and interact with children and teenagers.
    • The ability to deal with highly stressful situations with good judgment and demeanor.
    • Monitor surveillance equipment, radios, and alarm systems.
    • Manage, develop, and train faculty and staff on all safety and security protocols.
    • Provide guidance and direction to students, parents, and staff when appropriate.
    • Maintain a physical presence during school hours and after-school events on campus.

    Additional roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    • Provide proactive patrol of campus grounds and buildings, routinely completing rounds.
    • Respond to emergency calls and calls for service.
    • Investigate criminal activity and suspicious circumstances.
    • Complete incident reporting as required/directed.
    • Render aid.
    • Enforce school regulations and notify emergency responders and other school personnel as necessary.
    • Coordinate with staff on operational issues, keeping lines of communication open. e.g., building hours, security, events etc.
    • Serve as safety officer during events.
    • Coordinate security issues with various campus events in coordination with the Director of Campus Safety & Security.
    • Provide logistical support for campus activities and maintain a campus environment that is safe, clean, and conducive to learning.
    • Assist in the development and implementation of appropriate policies for school operations and events.
    • Assist with daily event management on campus.
    • Assist with fire drill, lockdown and other safety exercises and drills.
    • Assist in managing traffic flow and parking throughout campus.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    Basic Qualifications
    • A background in law enforcement or security industry.
    • 10 years of related experience; any experience in campus security is a plus.
    • Expertise in security and emergency operations.
    • Experience in control access systems, surveillance camera systems, and physical security measures.
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Prior experience as a Sworn Municipal, State or Federal Police Officer, Military MP, Military MA, Air Force Security Forces.
    • A certification from a police academy with advanced training in a school setting.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint or equivalent.
    • Health and physical characteristics suitable for law enforcement duties
     
    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 - Security Officer


  • Substitute Nurse

    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 lacevedo@towerhill.org
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Coaching Openings

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  • Future Coaching Opportunities

    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 scacciavillano@towerhill.org. 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. Apply here Tower Hill School - Future Coaching Opportunities

    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.


Diversity and Inclusion

At Tower Hill, we believe that diversity and inclusion enrich the educational experience and strengthen our overall community. Tower Hill does not discriminate in its educational, admissions and personnel programs and policies or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

We realize that attracting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff is essential to maintaining our academic standards of excellence. Tower Hill is committed to investing in our educators, one of the core tenets of our Strategic Plan; we offer highly competitive salary and benefits packages to our employees, and welcome those interested in applying to explore our current open faculty and staff positions.

Professional Development

Tower Hill faculty members are lifelong learners who embrace professional development opportunities. We believe that there is a moral imperative implanted in professional development as we teachers, coaches, aides, and administrators, in so many ways, play critical roles in the lives of our students. If learning is a lifelong process, and it is, educators must be paragons of scholarship and mentorship. In addition to in-service days offered throughout the year, teachers take part in faculty seminars each fall, a full day of professional development that features both guest and in-house workshop leaders. This event enables faculty members to gain a collective understanding of the complexities of teaching and learning. Teachers are also encouraged and supported to pursue workshops, conferences, diversity/equity/inclusion training such as the annual NAIS People of Color Conference, and other types of continuing education that further their craft. The Faculty Development Committee approves funding for the pursuits of individual teachers so that they can attend training opportunities in their own "zones of proximal development," making PD a perfect fit for each teacher's level of training. Teachers also have numerous opportunities to coach athletics, serve as student advisors, mentor student government groups and participate in the arts, as their professional goals and interests dictate.The noble commitment to ongoing professional development at Tower Hill School, evinced by the countless hours of school-supported training opportunities that educators seek out for themselves in their respective disciplines, is also endorsed by the founding of our Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) in 2016.

About Wilmington

Wilmington, Delaware, and the surrounding Brandywine Valley are known for a thriving corporate environment and a dynamic cultural landscape. Wilmington’s economy benefits from Delaware’s business-friendly financial laws and judicial system, and residents enjoy a very low tax structure and modest housing prices. The city is a national financial center for the credit card industry and hosts numerous large organizations such as DuPont, J.P. Morgan, Capital One, AstraZeneca, Incyte, AAA, Bank of America and Widener University Delaware Law School, as well as tech startups.  

Winterthur, Longwood Gardens, the Delaware Art Museum, Hagley, Trolley Square and the Riverfront are among the area’s many attractions, and Wilmington’s excellent fine dining scene was recently featured in Food + Wine magazine. The city’s direct highway access and Amtrak service link it easily to nearby Philadelphia, with Baltimore, New York City, Washington, D.C., Delaware beaches and the Poconos located inside of a two hours’ drive.

Wilmington offers much to those who call it home, and Tower Hill faculty and parents find the area to be a great place to raise a family. Learn more.

Benefits of Employment at Tower Hill

 
Health & Wellness
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Access to Fitness Facilities  

Work-Life Balance
Paid Sick Time
Paid Personal Days
After School Program Included on specific days

Financial Security
Competitive Salary Band Structure
403(b) with Matching Component
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Medical Flexible Spending Account

Additional
Tuition Remission
50% Tuition Coverage for Graduate School
Lunch
Discounted Summer Camp