Originally from Buffalo, NY, she previously served as a teacher and administrator at Tyburn Academy from 1997–2004 and has since worked in Catholic schools and parishes at all grade levels. Most recently, she was Principal at St. Ann’s Catholic School and Mission in North Dakota. Mary Beth holds a Master’s in Education from Marymount University, a degree from Canisius College, and NYS certification. With her deep faith, commitment to Catholic education, and years of experience in teaching, leadership, and catechesis, she brings a strong dedication to guiding students in truth, beauty, and GREATness.

My name is Laura Taylor. I have been married to my husband, James, for almost 36 years, have two daughters and twin grandsons. I was a stay-at-home mom and began volunteering at the elementary school our daughters attended. In 2000, I went back to college and have worked with all age groups, from infants to adults. I have learned so much along the way. I started as a teaching assistant working with the special education department at South Seneca Central School District. For ten years, I co-taught with many teachers in the district, was a substitute teacher, worked in the office, ran an after-school homework program and was a class advisor. After my time there I was working as a classroom Teacher in the Department of Corrections. Many students I worked with obtained their high school equivalency. After six years of teaching in the correctional system, Willard DTC. I became a lead teacher for a toddler program at a daycare center in Geneva. I am very grateful for the opportunity to become part of the St. Albert the Great Academy and look forward to working with the faculty, parents, and children who attend the school.

My first encounter with St. Albert the Great Academy was in its very early days, meeting with similar minds on a model for an elementary education for the young children of our community. It was there that I helped build the organizational structure, policies & procedures, and curriculum that would be set apart from others at the elementary level here in Auburn. My knowledge and talents have been strengthened in my studies and my experiences in homeschooling, in being a Catechist, and at Tyburn Academy in teaching, fundraising, developing a middle school program, teacher formation & retreats, and at the board level.

My husband and I have eight children and three grandchildren.

My husband and I were St. Albert the Great Parents. We found ourselves effortlessly being a part of the community & volunteering for the school. We appreciated what the school & staff offered for our daughter. My career was in human- services & providing services within the community. Since I have been a part of the St. Albert the Great Academy Team, I have witnessed firsthand the passion that this school has to our children & community. I am grateful for the opportunity & feel being in this position will help grow our school within the Auburn community.

This is my fourth year teaching here at St. Albert the Great Academy. Before coming to St. Albert I taught preschool and Kindergarten at Montessori School of the Fingerlakes as well as St. Joseph school in Auburn. This year is my 20th year teaching! I have my degree in Early Childhood Education and my Preschool and Kindergarten Montessori Teaching Certification. I am also certified in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and am so excited to bring the Atrium into our classroom this year. My husband Mark and I were both born and raised in auburn and we have three beautiful boys Connor, Cayden, and Collin. Our youngest Collin is a 6th grade student here at St. Albert’s

I received my bachelor's and master's degrees from Alfred University and my career in education as a high school English teacher. I spent twelve years focused on raising my three children, including four years of homeschooling them. Now my younger daughter and I are both starting a new chapter at St. Albert the Great. She will join the fourth grade class, and I will be a preschool assistant. I am excited to work with the youngest children at the school as they set off on their educational journey. This summer I began my training in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, and I look forward to putting that beautiful approach to faith formation into practice. I am also a volunteer catechist in my parish, St. Patrick's in Jordan.

Mother of three children who attend St. Albert the Great Academy. After finding the school and what it had to offer to my children, the next right choice was to further my career in the Pre-school as an assistant. I am able to help my children & others thrive daily.

My name is Jennifer Stearns, I am a pre-school assistant. I look forward to learning alongside the children the Montessori way of life. I left a 20 year career as a hairdresser to fill my newest passion being in the school where I not only see children grow academically, but spiritually. Watching children grow in their faith and putting God into every aspect of of their lives is of great importance to me. I get to witness it daily and I am so thankful. The one thing everyone knows, and should know, about me is my obsession with COFFEE. 

I was born and raised in Central New York and recently moved to Auburn after living in Kansas for 17 years. There I taught second grade for eight years at a private Catholic school and developed a great love for classical education. This is my second-year teaching kindergarten, and I am grateful for the privilege to show my students the Good, the True and the Beautiful. My husband, Joe, and I have seven children and three grandchildren.

I am a mother of four almost grown children. Before raising my family, I taught K-3 in the Syracuse Area.I have spent the last 20 years teaching 4-5 year old’s at Holy Trinity Preschool. I am a graduate of Rutgers University and recieved my Master’s in Reading from SUNY Cortland. I taught faith formation at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church for several years. I have been involved with coaching, Scouts, PTC, and recently at the Skaneateles Food Pantry. I feel blessed to start a new chapter here at St. Albert and feel strongly that we will learn something from other people each day, no matter our age.

BS degree in Elementary education & Master's degree in reading. 

I am a graduate of Nazareth College with a double major in Psychology and Inclusive Childhood / Early Childhood Education. I also hold a Masters degree in Special Education. I love painting, ceramics, and making jewelry. I am married to my high school sweetheart and have a wonderful “fur-family”: Sheldon and Breadstick the dogs; Kuzco and Yzma the cats, and a small school of fish! I am so thankful to have the opportunity to work with you and your children and help them to grow in knowledge and virtue!

HI, my name is Jamie Scharett and I am the Business Administrator at St. Albert the Great Academy. I was born and raised in Auburn, NY. Been married 24 years to my husband Scott and have 2 beautiful children, Gabbie and Aaron. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Professional Studies with a concentration in Human Resources from SUNY Empire State and a Dual Associates Degree in Business Administration and Early Childhood Education from Cayuga Community College. I also was a Preschool Teacher at the YMCA in Auburn for 7 years. I have several years of experience in Human Resources and Payroll Processing.  I was a substitute teacher in the classroom as well as in the office. I am so happy to be back working at St. Albert the Great Academy. 

Mr. Maier grew up in the Auburn area. He graduated from Clarkson University with a Physics degree and then worked in the Air force in aircraft maintenance. He is married with two young children, ages 3 and 1. He has a love for history and classical music.

Born and raised in Central New York, I have always loved serving this community. I briefly moved to Vermont to receive my bachelor's degree from Bennington College. I worked in elementary classrooms in North Bennington, VT and in Brooklyn, NY before returning to Auburn and working at the Seward House Museum. My husband and I have one cat, Hammy. I am very grateful and excited to join the team and contribute to the great work at St. Albert the Great Academy!

My name is Brooke Jakaub, and I am the Music Teacher for grades 4-6. I am a wife and a mother to three busy children. Before coming to St. Albert's, I worked on and off while raising my children. I began as a parent of a St. Albert the Great student and loved what the school offered my child. Music has been a major part of my life, with my experience beginning with the piano at age 5, learning woodwinds and some brass throughout middle/high school, and continuing to play and teach since then. I have been involved with choir since grade school, focused on voice in college, and I have been directing my church choir for the past 6 years.  Additionally, I have 5 years secretarial experience in Special Education, and I have an A.A.S in Business Administration