In the structure and successful operation of Catholic schools, the lay teacher is central. Good lay teachers make good schools. The Catholic lay teacher, for example, not only knows how to direct the spiritual, educational and personal development of children in the classroom, he/she also joins with his/her colleagues in an effective organization to advance the interests of teachers, students and schools through collective action. That is why SDACT has made the development of collective bargaining one of its prime responsibilities. The passage of educational choice legislation is also prominent among its activities.

SDACT is a democratically run organization, controlled by its members and responsive to their needs. Through its headquarters in Wilkes-Barre, SDACT is committed to achieving justice and dignity for Catholic school teachers throughout the Scranton Diocese.

SDACT is an affiliate of the National Association of Catholic School Teachers - NACST. SDACT President, Mike Milz, also serves as Executive Vice President of the NACST.