At Hill, we are fortunate to have excellent facilities and resources, which provide an ideal environment for teaching our children. But no asset is more valuable and important than the people. The faculty and staff of The Hill School are truly inspirational.
We accept employment inquiries year-round and are eager to consider candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups. Head of School Treavor Lord is always happy to meet with teaching candidates who live locally and are interested in learning more about Hill School, regardless of what openings we may have. Interested parties should call Hill School and speak to Treavor to schedule an appointment.
The Hill School is an independent co-educational day school founded in 1926. It is located on a one hundred and forty acre campus overlooking the historic town of Middleburg, Virginia approximately forty miles west of Washington DC.
Hill School emphasizes a strong academic program, universal participation in the co-curriculars (fine and performing arts, athletics, music, and theater), hands-on learning, and place-based education. In addition to administrative and classroom buildings, the campus includes a performing arts center, an art building, a music and lunchroom building, a natural science center, five athletic fields, a one mile jogging trail, an outdoor amphitheater, an arboretum, and an abundance of natural space.
Serving approximately 250 students in Junior Kindergarten through eighth grade, Hill School has an annual operating budget of just under $8M, an Endowment of approximately $17M, about sixty employees, and fifteen houses for faculty and staff.
The Hill School is a service-rich environment that fosters openness and trust between administration, faculty, parents, and students. Every staff member should be deeply committed to the school’s mission and take a highly involved approach in daily operations to ensure that students have a rich and fulfilling educational experience.
Hill’s culture prizes honesty, humility, empathy, dedication, and compassion balanced with forthright communication and sensible expectations. Successful employment at The Hill School means exhibiting these qualities with everyone, every day.
Available Positions for 2023-2024
Art Teacher
Hill School is seeking a lead Art teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. The successful candidate will teach 4th-8th grade art classes and take on other responsibilities based on the school’s needs and the teacher’s individual interests. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of art history, studio experience in a variety of artistic media, a strong philosophical commitment to the importance of both appreciating and creating art, a willingness to work as part of a close faculty team and, most importantly, a passion for working with children.
Lower School Generalist
Hill School is seeking a lower school generalist to work with children in grades 1-3 teaching a variety of subjects including math as well as some language arts, library classes, and helping with our afternoon program.
Applicants should really enjoy working with young children, be well organized, have a strong work ethic, enjoy collaborating with other faculty members, and have an educational philosophy that is aligned with Hill School’s. Experience with the inquiry-based mathematics program Investigations would be helpful.
4th-8th Grade Sports Coach
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our team as a 4th-8th Grade Sports Coach. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coaching and mentoring students in various sports, including but not limited to basketball, volleyball, soccer, lacrosse, gymnastics, and track and field. The coach will be expected to help students develop their athletic skills while also promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and a healthy lifestyle.
This is a part-time position with a flexible schedule that may include after-school and some weekend events. The successful candidate will have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a genuine desire to help children succeed both on and off the field. If you are passionate about coaching and want to make a difference in the lives of young athletes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Additional responsibilities may be available, depending on the interests and experience of the candidate.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of references to Hunt Lyman, Academic Dean or Christie Lovelette, Dean of Students. For all positions, a criminal background check is required.
The Hill School provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment and expressly prohibits any form of unlawful discrimination and/or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with state and federal laws.