SMSA seeks outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff and System employees who share our vision and are eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and community. In support of the mission and culture of distributive leadership we strive to create, this individual will: exemplify our core values, be empowered by shared leadership and treat all with dignity and respect. Whether you are a new teacher, an experienced educator or a dedicated support professional, we welcome individuals who are committed to fostering a culture of excellence through continuous improvement and compassion.

Impact: Be a catalyst for positive change in the lives of students.

 

Collaboration: Work alongside passionate educators in a supportive community.

 

Growth: Access professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.

 

Mission-Driven: Be part of an institution dedicated to nurturing both academic and spiritual growth.

 

If you’re ready to inspire, educate and transform lives, we encourage you to explore career opportunities at St. Mary’s Springs Academy. Together, let’s shape a future where every student thrives and fulfills their potential.

 

Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, copy of current teaching license, reference letters and a completed application to:

 

St. Mary’s Springs Academy
Attn: Human Resources
255 County Road K
Fond du Lac, WI 54937

FAX: 920-922-1899 or email: humanresources@smsacademy.org

St. Mary’s Springs Academy is seeking a long-term Kindergarten substitute teacher to begin the 2025-2026 school year.

 

Requirements:
SMSA is seeking a candidate with a college bachelor’s degree as a long term kindergarten substitute teacher.

 

With nearly 600 students in our PreK-8 school, we are confident that you can find your place at St. Mary’s Springs Academy. A successful candidate understands and has experience in current practices and methodologies in Elementary Education. SMSA is seeking a candidate that has a desire to work collaboratively with our kindergarten team and a classroom instructional aide. The candidate is flexible in planning, inclusive, and differentiates instruction and assessments. The candidate is willing to support an environment where students are encouraged to explore and reach for academic excellence at their developmental level and include Catholic teachings and practices into the curriculum.

 

Responsibilities:
The long term substitute will teach clear learning targets for weekly lesson plans for elementary students; consistently implement instructional best practices; and facilitate instruction leading to successful student growth. We believe quality people give students the opportunity to learn, develop character, and support a community of learners to grow closer to their purpose.

 

Start Date:

August 14, 2025 through November 7, 2025 (beginning of the school year)

 

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and reference letters along with a completed application (www.smsacademy.org/careers) to:

St. Mary’s Springs Academy

Attn: Human Resources

255 County Road K

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

 

Or email humanresources@smsacademy.org or FAX 920-322-1899.

 

 

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St. Mary’s Springs Academy (SMSA) in Fond du Lac, serving students in preschool through high school (PK-12), is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Human Resources Specialist.

 

Requirements:

The HR Specialist assists with: maintaining HR documentation; overseeing the hiring process including employee contracts, time-off tracking and employee training; supports payroll and benefits administration; conducts annual handbook reviews, assists in budgeting for payroll and benefits; and serves as a back-up for various business office functions as needed.

 

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, with relevant work experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Enterprise products. Strong communication, organizational and teamwork skills.

 

Start Date:

August 1, 2025

 

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and reference letters along with a completed application (www.smsacademy.org/careers) to:

St. Mary’s Springs Academy

Attn: Human Resources

255 County Road K

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

 

Or email humanresources@smsacademy.org or FAX 920-322-1899.

 

Compensation Notes:

SMSA offers the benefits of 50% reduced student tuition at SMSA. Competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, etc.  Benefits subject to eligibility criteria.  Salary commensurate with experience; in the range of $65K, to be negotiated.

 

 

 

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St. Mary’s Springs Academy (SMSA) in Fond du Lac, serving students in preschool through high school (PK-12), is seeking qualified applicants for the following position(s): Food Service Production Worker for the 2025-2026 school year. Part time schedule, twenty seven hours per week, 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Monday-Friday. More details upon interview.

 

Requirements:

• Successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the efficient operation of the school lunch program within a team environment.
• Tasks would include assisting Kitchen Manager with food preparation for student lunches, serving of food and point of sale duties, washing dishes and cleanup as needed.
• Experience working with children preferred. Milwaukee Archdiocesan Safe Environment class and background check required prior to start date.
• Nature of work requires moderate physical effort, continuous standing, and ability to lift 30-50lb occasionally.
• Basic computer skills are necessary.
• Previous food services experience is required.
• Demonstrates dependability, punctuality, integrity, and desire to learn.
• Follow established procedures for work place cleanliness, sanitation and allergen awareness.
• Ability to learn and follow the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) requirements.
• Independent self-starter able to work quickly and concisely under time constraints.

 

Start Date:

August 13, 2025

 

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and reference letters along with a completed application (www.smsacademy.org/careers) to:

St. Mary’s Springs Academy

Attn: Human Resources

255 County Road K

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

 

Or email humanresources@smsacademy.org or FAX 920-322-1899.

 

Compensation Notes:

Wages commensurate with experience. Twenty five percent partial tuition remission. Competitive benefits package including holiday pay, personal days, sick days etc. Benefits subject to eligibility criteria.

 

 

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St. Mary’s Springs Academy (SMSA) in Fond du Lac, serving students in preschool through high school (PK-12), is seeking qualified applicants for Food Service Workers for the 2025-2026 school year. Part time schedule, 18.75 hours per week. Monday-Friday, 10:15 a.m.-2 p.m., potential job sharing opportunities. More details upon interview.

 

Requirements:

• Successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the efficient operation of the school lunch program within a team environment.
• Responsibilities would include line prep, serving, point of sale, washing dishes and cleanup.
• Experience working with children preferred. Milwaukee Archdiocesan Safe Environment class and background check required prior to start date.
• Nature of work requires moderate physical effort, continuous standing, and ability to lift 30-50lb occasionally.
• Basic computer skills are necessary.
• Previous food services experience is preferred.
• Demonstrates dependability, punctuality, integrity, and desire to learn.
• Follow established procedures for work place cleanliness, sanitation and allergen awareness.
• Ability to learn and follow the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) requirements.
• Independent self-starter able to work quickly and concisely under time constraints.

 

Start Date:

August 13, 2025

 

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and reference letters along with a completed application (www.smsacademy.org/careers) to:

St. Mary’s Springs Academy

Attn: Human Resources

255 County Road K

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

 

Or email humanresources@smsacademy.org or FAX 920-322-1899.

 

 

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St. Mary’s Springs Academy seeks a full-time theology teacher to join a veteran department and cohesive, joyful, and mission driven high school teaching community for the 25-26 academic year. The teacher shall be responsible for teaching Church History, Scripture and Morality courses to students in grades 10 and 11. SMSA follows the high school theology curriculum outlined by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.

 

Requirements:

The successful candidate understands the universal principles of good instruction, and has experience using current educational practices and methodologies. Our new colleague will be a team player who is flexible and collaborative with colleagues, and who can successfully integrate technology into the daily teaching practices and differentiate instruction and assessment.

Per Archdiocesan standards, a school teacher who teaches theology for a majority of their school day shall meet the following requirements:

• Practicing Catholic
• A postsecondary degree in Catholic theology
• One of the following:
  • State teacher license.
  • Bachelor’s degree with at least 12 semester hours of credit in teacher education from an accredited institution as part of, or in addition to, the degree.
  • Bachelor’s degree and an individualized plan of study to attain licensure/certification approved by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee Office for Schools.
• Basic Religious Education Certification (within three (3) years from the initial contract date) with continuing efforts toward Advanced certification.
• All teachers are required to support the teachings of the Church and moral demands of the Gospel, as articulated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

 

Start Date:

August 1, 2025

 

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and reference letters along with a completed application (www.smsacademy.org/careers) to:

St. Mary’s Springs Academy

Attn: Eamonn O’Keeffe

255 County Road K

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

 

Or email eokeeffe@smsacademy.org or FAX 920-322-1899.

 

Compensation Notes:

SMSA offers the benefits of 50% reduced student tuition at SMSA, and offers 50% tuition reduction through Marian University for graduate school, health insurance, retirement benefits, etc.  Benefits subject to eligibility criteria.  Salary commensurate with experience.

 

 

 

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St. Mary’s Springs Academy is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time reading specialist for the 25-26 academic year to serve students in grades P3-8.

 

The Reading Specialist is responsible for providing high quality instruction, support and leadership in order to produce high quality outcomes in the area of Reading and Literacy. The Reading Specialist assists with establishing school wide and individual reading goals. Additionally, the Reading Specialist provides intervention for students and works with teachers to implement additional supports within the classroom. The Reading Specialist assists in developing and implementing a comprehensive reading program.

 

Requirements:

Applicants must be certified as a licensed Reading instructor in the State of Wisconsin with three to five years’ experience preferred. The successful candidate understands and has experience in current practices and methodologies for teaching reading to grades K-6. The candidate must be a team player, willing to be flexible and collaborate with colleagues and capable of successfully integrating technology into the daily teaching practices; differentiating instruction and assessment. Training in CKLA, as well as a practicing Catholic preferred.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partners with the Academic Team to coordinate and facilitate a school-wide literacy program
• Provides coaching, support and strategies to teachers to improve instruction that will enhance literacy growth across the curriculum
• Assists students with lagging development improve literacy skills
• Collaborates with teachers to promote the learning and implementation of best practices in literacy instruction
• Creates and examines data to measure the success of literacy programs and instruction
• Teaches targeted literacy intervention to individual or small groups of students using research-based strategies and resources
• Conducts individual and school-wide assessments in order to evaluate levels and targeted interventions
• Reviews student achievement and facilitates student support in appropriate reading and writing interventions
• Meets regularly with classroom teachers to plan literacy instruction that correlates with individual student needs
• Evaluates the reading/language arts program annually for effectiveness
• Provides data-driven staff development in alliance with the Academic Team
• Promotes effective use of technology within reading programs

 

Start Date:

August 14, 2025

 

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via WECAN and include a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, licenses, certifications and reference letters.

 

Compensation Notes:

Salary commensurate with experience. Fifty percent tuition remission. Competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, etc. Benefits subject to eligibility criteria.

 

 

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St. Mary’s Springs Academy (SMSA) in Fond du Lac, WI is seeking a full-time Elementary Physical Education teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year.  Candidates will be working to create a culture of excellence focused on student learning; therefore, a desire to be empowered via shared leadership is preferred.

 

Requirements:

SMSA is working to ensure that all students are ready to meet global challenges and become leaders for tomorrow. We are committed to inspiring students to live a purpose-filled life and are seeking outstanding teachers, support staff, and System-wide employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. In support of the mission and culture of distributive leadership we aspire to create, this individual will: exemplify our core values, believe in collaboration and continuous improvement and treat all with dignity and respect.  With nearly 600 students in PreK-8 grade, we are confident that you can find your place at St. Mary’s Springs Academy.

 

Candidates are required to possess a valid license to instruct in Physical Education within the State of Wisconsin. The ideal candidate demonstrates knowledge and practical experience in contemporary teaching methods and practices for Physical Education. They should be ready to collaborate with colleagues in our Phy. Ed. department as well as across other departments at SMSA. Candidates will have the chance to effectively incorporate technology into their daily teaching routines and tailor instruction and assessment using our upgraded physical education facilities and resources. Preference will be given to educators who are grounded in faith and values consistent with Catholic teachings.

 

Start Date:

August 14, 2025

 

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and reference letters along with a completed application (www.smsacademy.org/careers) to:

St. Mary’s Springs Academy

Attn: Human Resources

255 County Road K

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

 

Or email humanresources@smsacademy.org or FAX 920-322-1899.

 

Compensation Notes:

SMSA offers the benefits of 50% reduced student tuition at SMSA, and offers 50% tuition reduction through Marian University for graduate school, health insurance, retirement benefits, etc.  Benefits subject to eligibility criteria.  Salary commensurate with experience.

 

 

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St. Mary’s Springs Academy is seeking an individual who desires an opportunity to work in a dynamic empowering environment with students in grades 4K-5 as a part-time supervisor for our before/after school care programs. Each of the three classrooms are custom to certain grade levels and activities associated with the range of the grade levels.  

 

A strong candidate is willing to work as a team member, collaborate with colleagues and complete the Safe Environment Education training. Person with experience in an elementary school and/or child care setting is preferred, but not required. Part-time (15-20 hrs.) from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. and/or 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. on scheduled school days during the academic year.  

 

To Apply:

Qualified candidates should send letter of interest, resume and completed application (www.smsacademy.org/careers) to:

 

St. Mary’s Springs Academy

Attn: Human Resources

255 County Road K,  

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

 

Or email humanresources@smsacademy.org or FAX 920-322-1899.

 

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St. Mary’s Springs Academy seeking substitute teachers at all levels to perform the instructional and classroom management process or supervise/monitor a classroom while being instructed virtually, by classroom faculty.

 

Requirements:
The successful candidate is a team player, flexible, has a passion for education and students, is comfortable with technology and collaborates with colleagues. Substitutes should be able to problem solve, make decisions, and resolve conflict in a timely and confident manner. No teaching license required for a proctor. Background check required.
Full and Part-Time

 

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and a completed application (click here) to:

 

St. Mary’s Springs Academy

Attn: Human Resources

255 County Road K

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

 

Or email humanresources@smsacademy.org or FAX 920-322-1899.

 

 

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