Middle School English Teacher

Middle School English Teacher

Tower Hill School seeks to hire a talented and energetic Middle School (Grades 5-6) English teacher to start in August 2024. The ideal candidate will have a strong Young Adult literature background, middle or upper elementary experience, and a commitment to teaching the skills of reading, writing, and critical thinking. Our new English Language Arts teacher will join other dedicated colleagues in a collaborative and stimulating environment. Tower Hill’s English Department is committed to teaching students how to articulate fully developed critical opinions, both orally and on paper. The Department also promotes a life-long enjoyment of reading through the study of a variety of genres, helping students understand their own identity in conversation with the diverse world that surrounds them. This is a full-time, benefitted, 10-month position.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach four sections of English Language Arts per semester

  • The specific teaching assignment will be based on the background and specialties of the teacher, as well as the needs of the department

• Participate in regular conferences with students, parents and colleagues

• Engage in the design and development of curricular materials

• Serve as a student advisor

• Participate in faculty collaborations and meetings

• Assist with student supervision and chaperoning

Qualifications and Skills:

• English/reading teaching experience at the 3rd to 6th grade level (more than three years)

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or related field

• Sensitivity to the developmental stages and well-being of children

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• 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

• 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.

Tower Hill is an equal opportunity employer.