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 name is Laura Taylor. I have been married to my husband, James, for almost 36 years, have two daughters and twin grandsons. I was fortunate enough to be a stay-at-home mom and began volunteering at the elementary school our daughters attended. It was then, at the age of 32, that I knew I wanted to become a teacher. In 2000, I went back to college and have worked with all age groups, from infants to adults. I have had many roles in every job and 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 almost 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. When my time there ended, I began working as a classroom Teacher in the Department of Corrections. Many students I worked with obtained their high school equivalency, which opened the door for them to have new opportunities when they left the facility. After six years of teaching in the correctional system, Willard DTC was one of the facilities that closed, and I became a lead teacher for a toddler program at a daycare center in Geneva. I was recently given the chance to become an office assistant and have worked closely with the current director to learn how to run the center. 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 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 have been an educator for 24 years now, previously a Teacher at St Joseph School. I have a degree in Early Child Education from CCC. This year I will be the Pre K 3 Assistant as well as teaching K-2 Spanish. I am blessed with a son Tyler, his wife Courtney, and my first grandchild, a boy due in November. I love being at St Albert the Great. The students, staff and families are all wonderful!

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. 

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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 first 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 was born and raised in upstate New York. I graduated from Keuka College for my Undergrad in Early Childhood and Special Education. I then received my master’s degree in child and Family Studies from the University of Southern Mississippi.

With my lifelong love of Upstate NY and the Finger Lakes, I currently live in Seneca Falls with my husband and three young children with plans to continue to grow our family. When I am not teaching, I love spending time with my family going for walks, playing games, and having movie nights. In the summertime I love making smores with the family and chatting around the campfire.

I started my teaching career in 2014. From a very young age I always knew my passion was teaching children.

My teaching career started off with me teaching UPK at two different local schools. After many years, I then became the director of an early childhood program that teaches kids from ages 6 weeks old to 12 years old. In this job, I took on a more managerial position and wasn’t as intimately involved with teaching the children. I feel truly blessed to have this opportunity to teach at St. Alberts The Great and to dive back into my original passion of empowering students to becoming the best person they can be.

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!

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.

Hi! My name is Terrence McGinn and I am the 6th grade teacher. I am a graduate from LeMoyne College with a degree in Chemistry. I have spent over 30 years in law enforcement and also as a teacher. I have previously taught in the city of Syracuse. My wife and I have raised six children in this community. Catholic education is the light to guide us into the future. I am proud to be a part of that light.

Amy Bellamy has been teaching music to  individuals of all ages and skill levels since graduating from Binghamton University with her Master of Music in vocal performance in 2007.  She owns and operates a piano and vocal studio in Auburn NY where she teaches a load of 25 students. She is also the Artistic Director and a founding member the Hope and Harmony Performing Arts Center.  After teaching music at St. Joseph School, a local Montessori school and the YMCA, she is thrilled to be at SAGA teaching music! She is excited to use the musical gifts that the Lord has given her with the children! 

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

My husband and I have 2 children currently attending St. Albert the Great Academy. We fell in love with the mission of the school and knew we wanted to be a part of this community. I volunteered in different areas in the past couple of years so when I heard there was a need for a PE Teacher, I knew it was for me. I love getting the kids active and outside and to develop their foundations of motor skills while fostering their love for physical activity.