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

Middle & Upper School Religion Teacher

Ursuline Academy is seeking a full-time Religion Teacher for the Middle & Upper Schools. The position involves teaching Middle and Upper School Religion classes and serving as a homeroom teacher to Middle School students. The ideal candidate will 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.

If interested in applying, a resume and three references should be emailed to: uaemployment@ursuline.org. Please include “Religion Teacher” in the subject of the email.

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Director of Mission

Ursuline Academy’s Director of Mission serves to honor the school’s legacy by fully integrating the mission, identity, core values, and heritage across our campus and curriculum while fostering global connections, and advancing strategic initiatives. Serves as a member of the Academy’s Leadership Team.

If interested in applying, a resume and three references should be emailed to: uaemployment@ursuline.org. Please include “Director of Mission” in the subject of the email.

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College Counselor

Ursuline Academy is expanding its Upper School Counseling Department with the addition of a second person to support college counseling. This position will involve two primary functions. First, this role supports students and families throughout the college admissions process by providing individualized guidance, strategic planning, and comprehensive programming. This role requires strong knowledge of college admissions trends, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to helping students identify and pursue the best fit for their post-high school education. Second, this position will also support the Upper School with other academic responsibilities that could include teaching and program management.

If interested in applying, a resume and three references should be emailed to: uaemployment@ursuline.org. Please include “College Counselor” 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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