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.

Raised in Virginia, Mr. O'Donnell graduated from Christendom College with a Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy and a Minor in Theology. After graduating, he moved up north to Auburn to teach History, Philosophy, and Theology at Tyburn Academy for 7 years. During this time he acquired his Masters in Theology also from Christendom College. In 2021 he became the principal of Tyburn Academy, serving in that position for 5 years prior to joining St. Albert the Great Academy. He currently resides in Owasco with his wife and two young children.

As the founding Principal, Ann Fallon worked with the founding Board of Trustees to build the organizational structure, policies & procedures, and curriculum at St. Albert the Great. Today her work continues in Catholic education by working in all areas of Advancement. Her passion for catechetics has kept her teaching in the Atrium with Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. She and her husband live in Auburn and have 8 children and 9 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 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.

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.

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

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 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.

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.

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 began my teaching career in 1990 as a Special Education Teacher at Cortland Jr./Sr. High School, where I worked with 9th and 10th grade students in the Resource Room. In 1994, I returned to my alma mater, the Southern Cayuga School District, where I taught for nearly three decades until my retirement in 2022. After two years away, I realized just how much I missed teaching and the joy of being in the classroom.

I live in Cayuga with my husband, our two children, a Maltese named Krypto, and a playful cat named Zeus—who surprised us all by being a “she.” I am grateful for the opportunity to continue sharing my love of learning and am truly blessed to be part of the St. Albert the Great Academy community.

First Grade Aide

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 three young children. He is currently pursuing a certificate & Masters degree in Catholic education. He has a love for history and classical music.

I earned my bachelor’s degree from Nazareth University with a double major in English and Italian and a minor in Communications and Media. My journey with St. Albert’s began in high school, when I worked in the aftercare program during my senior year and continued substituting during college breaks. After teaching Italian at Auburn High School, I’m proud to return to St. Albert’s as the 6th-grade teacher!