Careers at Tower

We're glad that you are exploring Tower School for your career—whether you are an experienced educator or administrator, or looking for your first opportunity out of college. Most often, employment opportunities are posted in the spring for the following fall, but we encourage applicants to connect with us and get to know our community of learners and educators. If you don’t see an opening that fits your next career goal, but feel passionate about education, email us with your resume and cover letter.

We look forward to beginning a conversation with you.

Career Opportunities

Middle School Spanish Teacher

Tower School is an independent PreK-8 school located in Marblehead, MA. Our mission is to teach our students to think critically and creatively, to develop joyful curiosity, to embrace challenges and apply their knowledge with confidence, and to thrive within a community rich with diverse perspectives and talents.

Tower seeks teaching faculty who demonstrate an interest in participating fully in the life and activities of a highly engaging elementary and middle school and will contribute to furthering Tower’s mission. Successful candidates will exhibit a great work ethic, a good sense of humor, strong written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to inspire young people.

Tower is hiring an enthusiastic and collaborative part-time Middle School Spanish teacher beginning late August 2023. The position has room for expansion with the addition of other responsibilities.

Preferred candidates will have:

Native or near-native fluency in Spanish
Enthusiasm for teaching language and culture through a global perspective
Two or more years teaching experience in elementary/middle school grades
Experience teaching and planning as part of a professional team
Experience with formal and informal assessments
Experience writing student progress reports and holding conferences with parents
Prepares motivating and stimulating lessons that reflect knowledge of the curriculum, child development, and student interests and abilities
Employs a variety of teaching methods to engage different learning styles and ability levels in the classroom
Demonstrates commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice
Takes on other work-related duties as needed (lunch duty, recess, homeroom coverage, service programming, etc.)

Tower School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tower welcomes candidates who would add to the racial, cultural and gender balance of the School community. A classroom teaching position is physically demanding and qualified candidates will need to exhibit appropriate abilities. Appropriate accommodations can be made where necessary.

Please email a resume and a statement of your teaching philosophy to Patti Gillis, Academic Administrative Assistant at patti.gillis@towerschool.org.

Summer Camp Counselor

Summer at Tower Camp Counselor

About Tower School

Tower School is an independent Pre-K–8 school located in Marblehead, MA. Our mission is to teach our students to think critically and creatively, to develop joyful curiosity, to embrace challenge and apply their knowledge with confidence, and to thrive within a community rich with diverse perspectives and talents.

About Tower School’s Summer Camp, Summer at Tower

Since 1984, Summer at Tower’s camp counselors have been embracing the energy and excitement of childhood and early adolescence. Campers experience the joy of outdoor play, creativity, and important time for creating lasting friendships. Campers make the most of our school facilities including our beautiful 8-acre campus, garden classroom, swimming pool, indoor studios, and gymnasium.

About the Position: Summer Camp Counselor

Summer at Tower’s counselors are kind, reliable, energetic, creative-thinkers, with a good sense of humor and good verbal communication skills. Successful candidates possess a great work ethic, are devoted to making camp a joyful experience for every child, and are able to connect and engage with others. Both introverts and extroverts thrive here. If you are looking to develop your leadership skills while creating lasting summer experiences, this is the opportunity for you.

Summer at Tower Employment Information

Camp Counselor Training Day for all Counselors: June 23, 2023
Camp Dates: June 26, 2023–August 4, 2023
Summer at Tower Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm; Counselors work a minimum of 3 days per week, hours may vary
Camp will be closed on July 4

Qualifications

Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
Must be available for training on 6/23/23
Ability to work a minimum of 3 days per week
Must pass a CORI background check
Prior experience working with children, a plus

Responsibilities

Attend morning meetings with Summer at Tower’s Camp Director
Follow guidance from the Camp Director to engage and lead campers in group activities
Ensure the safety of campers; remain aware and attentive at all times
Develop leadership skills, problem solving skills, good communication skills
Create a positive environment for campers and staff

Application Process

Email your resume and a brief cover letter expressing your interest to summer@towerschool.org.
Add “Summer Camp Counselor” to the subject line.

We look forward to receiving your resume/cover letter and will respond to each applicant to confirm receipt.

Tower School is an equal opportunity employer. Tower does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran or active military status, or any other category protected by state, federal or local law.

Club T.E.D. with Island Roots Staff (Tower's Extended Day Program)

Tower School is an independent PreK-8 school located in Marblehead, MA. Our mission is to teach our students to think critically and creatively, to develop joyful curiosity, to embrace challenge and apply their knowledge with confidence, and to thrive within a community rich with diverse perspectives and talents.

Tower School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tower welcomes candidates who would add to the racial, cultural and gender balance of the School community. A teaching position is physically demanding and qualified candidates will need to exhibit appropriate abilities. Appropriate accommodations can be made where necessary.

To apply for positions in our extended day program, please visit the Island Roots employment webpage.

Substitute Teacher

Founded in 1912, Tower School is an independent PreK-8 school located in Marblehead, MA. Our mission is to teach our students to think critically and creatively, to develop joyful curiosity, to embrace challenge and apply their knowledge with confidence, and to thrive within a community rich with diverse perspectives and talents.

Tower seeks substitute teachers who demonstrate an interest in participating fully in the life and activities of a highly engaging elementary and middle school and will contribute to furthering Tower’s mission.

Tower is hiring substitute teachers to start immediately on an as-needed basis for both classroom and extended day program coverage.

Preferred candidates will have:

A bachelor’s degree
Experience working with children
CORI check will be provided following interview with Division Heads.

Please email a resume to jobs@towerschool.org.

We Are Ambitious for Our Students.

Discover Tower—where young minds flourish and children thrive; where an ambition for children's future begins with their childhood; where critical thinking and deep knowledge are ignited by joy and creativity. At Tower, academic challenge prepares students with the skills and mindset for success in a dynamic, collaborative world.

Tower School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, disability, sexual orientation, nationality or ethnicity in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial aid programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs.