Career Opportunities

Thank you for considering a career at Ursuline Academy. Founded in 1893 by the Ursuline Sisters, Ursuline Academy of Wilmington, Delaware, is an independent, Catholic, college-preparatory school with four academic branches: Early Childhood, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School. Ursuline is a student-centered community that has championed trailblazers, changemakers, and global leaders for over 130 years. We invite you to become part of the legacy.

Ursuline Academy is committed to fully utilizing our employees’ knowledge, skills, and abilities, and to a policy of equal employment opportunity.

Ursuline Academy Employee Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Benefit Package (medical, dental, and vision)
  • Competitive Salary
  • Paid Time Off
  • 403(b) plan with Employer Contribution
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (provided by Ursuline)
  • Life Insurance (provided by Ursuline)
  • Tuition Remission for Ursuline, Salesianum, and St. Edmond's Academy (grades 6-8)
  • Free Extended Day & Holiday Program
  • Discounted Summer Camps (applies to all Ursuline run camps)
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement for Personal Continuing Education
  • Access to brand new Fitness Center and Fitness Classes

Positions at Ursuline

Lower School Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Ursuline Academy is seeking a long-term substitute teacher for the Lower School Teacher for the start of the 2026-27 School Year. The assignment will begin the week of September 14th and last for approximately six to eight weeks.

This position involves working with approximately 20 4th and 5th grade students, teaching math (4th/5th) and religion (5th). Additionally, this position will assist in leading two fall events for the 5th grade.

Electronic submissions of a resume and three references should be emailed to: uaemployment@ursuline.org. Please include “Lower School Long-Term Substitute Teacher” in the subject of the email.

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Upper School French Teacher

The French Teacher position for the Upper School involves teaching all levels of French, from introductory through AP. This position could also potentially work with Middle School students. The Teacher should have a desire to collaborate with colleagues and a commitment to encouraging the potential in every student to embody the tenets of the Portrait of the Graduate. 

The teacher will be responsible for the overall coordination of teaching in his/her subjects, including executing well-developed lesson plans, accurate assessment of student’s progress, and participation in school functions.

Electronic submissions of a resume and three references should be emailed to: uaemployment@ursuline.org. Please include “Upper School French Teacher” in the subject of the email.

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Cafeteria Assistant

Ursuline Academy is seeking a part-time Cafeteria Assistant. The Cafeteria Assistant provides breakfast and lunch for the Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools with specific responsibilities for performing and serving food items to students, faculty and staff, and maintaining a safe and sanitary environment. Electronic submissions of a resume and three references should be emailed to: uaemployment@ursuline.org. Please include “Cafeteria Assistant” in the subject of the email.

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