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Human Resources
Human Resources
St. Mary’s School for the Deaf is committed to recruiting and retaining highly qualified professionals who uphold the organization’s mission to provide a comprehensive, inclusive, and language‑rich educational environment for Deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students. We seek candidates who demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a strong commitment to student development, ASL/English communication, and collaborative practice.
St. Mary’s School for the Deaf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who are Deaf or hard‑of‑hearing and from candidates who have experience working within Deaf education or related fields.
Mary DeStefano
Director of Human Resources
2253 Main Street
Buffalo, New York 14214
716-834-7200 x.177
email Mary
Employment Opportunities
Join Our Team!
We are currently seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team at St. Mary's School for the Deaf. Ideal candidates are those who are committed to a students' right to learn, utilizing every accessible communication avenue. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in lives of deaf and special needs students and are interested in being a part of our school community, we encourage you to apply. Please complete the SMSD Employment Application and return it to the Human Resources Department for consideration. Please click the Employment Opportunities button below to view current openings and job applications.
Teacher Assistants must obtain or have a New York State Teacher Assistant Certification.
Benefit Information
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St. Mary’s School for the Deaf offers a comprehensive range of Medical, Dental and Vision plans, allowing you to choose coverage that fits you and your family’s needs.
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St. Mary’s employees are eligible for the New York State Employees Retirement System.
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Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides employees with confidential support and resources for both personal and work-related issues. The EAP is accessible 24/7 and is free of charge for employees.
Check out the Educators’ Employee Assistance Program Brochure
Anti-Harassment
St. Mary’s School for the Deaf is committed to safeguarding the rights of all employees and to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination, including unlawful harassment and retaliation. This policy applies to all employees, whether supervisory or non-supervisory, applicants for employment, interns (paid or unpaid), contractors, vendors, volunteers, and persons conducting business with the School. To the extent possible, St. Mary’s School for the Deaf will also take efforts to protect its employees from reported harassment by non-employees who are visiting the School or who have a relationship with the School. The School will also take appropriate steps, when necessary, to prevent its employees from harassing non-employees (e.g., contractors, consultants, vendors, volunteers, visitors, etc.).