Emily Nutley, a 43-year-old counselor at Ohio’s elite St. Xavier High School, admitted to a disturbing crime. She had a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old student. She also sent him nude photos. When her husband filed for divorce after her arrest, she shockingly accused him of neglect.
Court records show Nutley pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual battery. The crimes happened during the fall 2023 semester. St. Xavier is a prestigious Jesuit school in Cincinnati. The Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office confirmed the case.
Husband Filed for Divorce—She Fought Back with False Claims
Jonathan Nutley, her husband, quickly filed for divorce after her arrest. But Emily refused to take responsibility. Instead, she claimed he was guilty of “gross neglect and extreme cruelty.” Legal documents revealed her desperate attempt to shift blame.
This is a common tactic among predators. When exposed, they attack others. As a retired NYPD officer, I’ve seen this many times. Criminals often play the victim when cornered.
Catholic School Teacher Groomed the Student with Nudes and Explicit Messages
Prosecutors say Nutley targeted the boy outside school hours. She sent him nude photos and sexually explicit texts. This started shortly after she was hired.
The student was part of an academic support program she supervised. She abused her position of trust. Instead of helping him, she exploited him.
Affair Turned Physical—On and Off School Grounds
By November 2023, the relationship turned sexual. Nutley performed oral sex on the student. A month later, they had full intercourse. These encounters happened both on and off school property. The teen later tried to end it. But Nutley kept pursuing him. She refused to let go, even when he wanted out. This is classic predator behavior. They manipulate victims into silence.
School Investigated, Called Police, and Fired Her
St. Xavier High School launched an internal investigation. Administrators uncovered evidence of the affair. They immediately contacted Springfield Township Police. Nutley was fired in October 2024. She was later arrested and charged. The school acted fast, but the damage was done.
Catholic School Teacher Faces 10 Years in Prison and Lifetime Sex Offender Status
Nutley’s sentencing is set for June 10. She could spend up to a decade behind bars. She will also have to register as a sex offender for life.
