Upper School Math Teacher
Tower Hill School seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Upper School Math Teacher. 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.
Essential Functions:
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Teach four sections of Math
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Courses will be assigned based on the experience and interests of the teacher, as well as the needs of the department
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Work collaboratively with other teachers to develop, implement, and document a horizontally aligned curriculum across sections and a vertically aligned curriculum across years.
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Design assessments and use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
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Interact with parents and maintain an open dialogue with families to support student success
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Serve as an advisor to 7-10 students in the Upper School
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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.
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Engage with student life and/or athletics
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Demonstrate competency with current teaching technology and an interest in advancing its use in the classroom
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Collaborate to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
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Deliver rigorous and engaging content and instruction to students with passion and a willingness to help students succeed
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Embody a mastery-orientation, gearing assessment and instructional methods toward student growth and understanding
Desired Qualifications and Skills:
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B.S in Math or related field required, Master’s or above preferred
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Demonstrated interest in teaching high school aged students, growth mindset and willingness to engage in self-reflective teaching practice
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Ability to teach higher level high school math courses is preferred but not required
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Sensitivity to the developmental stages and well-being of students
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Excellent organizational and time management skills
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues
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Strong communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal
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Commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of students
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Enthusiasm for professional growth, academic excellence and creative teaching
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Ability to plan and organize educational content
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Commitment to broad participation in school life
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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.
