Catholic School Careers

All positions are listed in alphabetical order by city & school name.

Chemistry Teacher

West Des Moines | Dowling Catholic High School

Dowling Catholic High School is in search of a science teacher to join a strong Science department. This position will begin in the 2025-2026 school year.  An all-Science endorsement is preferred, and a Chemistry endorsement is required, however other endorsement areas may be acceptable.  A passion for curriculum and student learning in a faith-filled environment is necessary.  The school seeks a candidate who will be committed to the mission and core values of being a faithful, caring, and dedicated individual focused on personalizing the experience for every student.

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Earth Science Teacher

West Des Moines | Dowling Catholic High School

Dowling Catholic High School is in search of a science teacher to join a strong Science department. This position will begin in the 2025-2026 school year.  An all-Science endorsement is preferred, and an Earth endorsement is required, however other endorsement areas may be acceptable.  A passion for curriculum and student learning in a faith-filled environment is necessary.  The school seeks a candidate who will be committed to the mission and core values of being a faithful, caring, and dedicated individual focused on personalizing the experience for every student.

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English Teacher

West Des Moines | Dowling Catholic High School

Dowling Catholic High School is in search of an English teacher to join a strong English department. This position will begin in the 2025-2026 school year. A 5-12 English/Language Arts endorsement is required, additional endorsements beneficial. A passion for curriculum and student learning in a faith-filled environment is necessary. The school seeks a candidate who will be committed to the mission and core values of being a faithful, caring, and dedicated individual focused on personalizing the experience for every student.

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All positions are listed in alphabetical order by city & school name.

Band Teacher

Ankeny and Des Moines | Holy Family Catholic School, St. Anthony Catholic School, and St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic School

The band teacher will be a shared position that spends time at each of the three schools. This person is responsible for creating a positive learning environment, developing engaging lesson plans, and fostering academic and social growth of our students. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, excellent classroom management skills and the ability to inspire young minds in a diverse community.

A bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required. The ideal candidate will also have a multi-subject teaching credential with a music background, experience working with children in an educational setting, proficiency in lesson planning and classroom management, knowledge of educational administration principles, strong behavioral management skills, the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners, and familiarity with library services and literacy education.

Qualified applicants should submit the online application on TeachIowa along with a cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and a copy of a current teaching license and transcripts. Applicants must hold a valid Iowa license or be eligible for licensure. Interested candidates may reach out to Ms. Paulette Neuhalfen-Theisen (ptheisen@hfsdm.org), Holy Family principal, Ms. Jennifer Raes (jraes@stanthonydsm.org), St. Anthony principal, or Ms. Misty Hade (misty.hade@slte-school.org), St. Luke the Evangelist principal, with application materials or questions.

Spanish Teacher (K-8)

St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic School is seeking a dedicated and passionate K-8 Spanish Teacher to join our faculty for the 2025-26 school year. We are looking for an educator who will be committed to our mission and core values: We Pray, We Learn, We Serve.

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Math and Science Teacher (Middle School)

Des Moines | Christ the King Catholic School

Christ the King School in Des Moines is seeking a full-time passionate and dedicated Middle School Math and Science Teacher. The ideal candidate will inspire students in grades 6-8 to develop a strong foundation in mathematics and scientific inquiry, fostering a love for learning and critical thinking.

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School Counselor

Des Moines | Christ the King Catholic School

The School Counselor at Christ the King plays a crucial role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of students. The counselor will work collaboratively with students, parents, and staff to promote a positive school environment and help students navigate their educational journey. This position requires a compassionate and knowledgeable individual who is dedicated to fostering student well-being and success.

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Elementary Classroom Teacher (1st Grade)

Des Moines | Holy Family Catholic School

Holy Family Catholic School is seeking candidates that possess a strong educational background, solid organizational skills, superior communication skills, and demonstrated leadership abilities. The Elementary School Classroom Teacher will be responsible for creating a positive learning environment, developing engaging lesson plans, and fostering academic and social growth of our students.

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Music Teacher

Des Moines | Holy Family Catholic School and St. Anthony Catholic School

The music teacher will be a shared position that spends time at each of the three schools. This person is responsible for creating a positive learning environment, developing engaging lesson plans, and fostering academic and social growth of our students. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, excellent classroom management skills and the ability to inspire young minds in a diverse community.

A bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required. The ideal candidate will also have a multi-subject teaching credential with a music background, experience working with children in an educational setting, proficiency in lesson planning and classroom management, knowledge of educational administration principles, strong behavioral management skills, the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners, and familiarity with library services and literacy education.

Qualified applicants should submit the online application on TeachIowa along with a cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and a copy of a current teaching license and transcripts. Applicants must hold a valid Iowa license or be eligible for licensure. Interested candidates may reach out to Ms. Paulette Neuhalfen-Theisen (ptheisen@hfsdm.org), Holy Family principal, or Ms. Jennifer Raes (jraes@stanthonydsm.org), St. Anthony principal with application materials or questions.

Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades 4-5)

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School seeks a bilingual/biliterate (Spanish and English) elementary classroom teacher for the 2025-26 school year. St. Anthony Catholic School is seeking candidates that possess a strong educational background, solid organizational skills, superior communication skills, and a faith in Jesus Christ.

A K-6 regular classroom teacher endorsement (102) or other endorsement as approved by the Board of Educational Examiners is a requirement for this position. A reading endorsement (148) is preferred but not required. Experience working in a diverse student and learner population is preferred but not required. Practicing Catholic preferred but not required.

Qualified applicants should submit the online application on TeachIowa along with a cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, and a copy of a current teaching license and transcripts. Applicants must hold a valid Iowa license or be eligible for licensure. Interested candidates may reach out to Ms. Jennifer Raes (jraes@stanthonydsm.org), school principal, with application materials or questions.

Art Teacher

Des Moines | St. Joseph Catholic School

St. Joseph Catholic School  is seeking a part-time art teacher. Interested candidates are asked to submit the following documents to Lynn Ernst at lernst@stjosephcatholicdsm.org:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Iowa Teaching License
• Three Letters of Recommendation

Elementary Teacher

Harlan | Shelby County Catholic School

Shelby County Catholic School is seeking a full-time elementary classroom teacher. Grade level to be determined.

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Kindergarten Teacher

Perry | St. Patrick Catholic School

St. Patrick School is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic individual to fill our open kindergarten position for the 2025-2026 school year. This position will have all classroom responsibilities for the kindergarten room and work with our early childhood PLC during the school year. Our class sizes are small (less than 20 students) and other opportunities for coaching are available during the school year.

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Language Arts/Reading (Middle School)

Perry | St. Patrick Catholic School

St. Patrick School is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher for the 2025-2026 school year to fill our open Middle School Language Arts position. Perry is a small, Catholic school located just outside the Des Moines metro. St. Patrick School is part of the Diocese of Des Moines.

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School Guidance Counselor (PK-8)

Urbandale | St. Pius X Catholic School

St. Pius X Catholic School seeks a full-time PK-8 School Guidance Counselor for the 2025-2026 school year. St. Pius X is a preschool through Grade 8 Catholic elementary school located in Urbandale, IA, with an enrollment of approximately 450 students. Our school community is committed to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and faith development in a Christ-centered environment.

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Music Teacher (K-8)

West Des Moines | St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School is seeking a K-8 music teacher.

Interested candidates are asked to submit the following documents to Jeff Lynch at jlynch@saintfrancisschool.org:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Iowa Teaching License
• Three Letters of Recommendation

All positions are listed in alphabetical order by city & school name.

Pre-K Associate

Des Moines | St. Augustin Catholic School

St. Augustin Catholic School is hiring a Pre-K Associate for the 2024-25 school year.

Interested candidates are asked to submit the following documents to Kristel Spike at kspike@staugustinschool.org:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Letters of Recommendation 

Preschool Teacher

Harlan | Shelby County Catholic School

Shelby County Catholic School is seeking a full-time preschool teacher for an innovative, full-day, 5-days-a-week, 4-year-old preschool.

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All positions are listed in alphabetical order by city & school name.

Administrative Assistant

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School 

The administrative assistant at St. Anthony Catholic School serves students from preschool through 8th grade and plays a key role in supporting the smooth daily operation of the school.

This position involves fostering a welcoming and supportive office environment, performing a variety of clerical duties, and assisting administration in work on reports, meetings, communications, and enrollment – all while ensuring the school climate reflects the values and mission of the Catholic faith.

The ideal candidate will be a highly organized and dedicated professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A bilingual/biliterate candidate is preferred but not required.

Qualified applicants should submit the online application on TeachIowa along with a cover letter, resume, and three letters of reference. Interested candidates may reach out to Ms. Jennifer Raes (jraes@stanthonydsm.org), school principal, with application materials or questions.

Teacher Associate

Des Moines | St. Theresa Catholic School

St. Theresa Catholic School is seeking a teacher associate. This is an hourly position needed from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Interested candidates are asked to submit the following documents to Gretchen Watznauer at gwatznauer@stsdsm.com:

• Current resume
• Three letters of recommendation
• Relevant credentials

Classroom Associate (PS)

Perry | St. Patrick Catholic School

St. Patrick School in Perry, Iowa is looking for a part-time associate for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year to assist in our preschool classroom and with other assigned duties in the building.  The position will work less than 28 hours per week, but the position may be full-time next year based on preschool enrollment.

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Immediate Openings

2024-25 Openings

Lunch Director

Des Moines | St. Augustin Catholic School

St. Augustin Catholic School in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking a lunchroom director for the 2025 -2026 school year. This individual is responsible for all lunchroom program oversight - scheduling/managing two assistants, ordering supplies, keeping program within budget, preparing and serving food, cleaning up kitchen space and cafeteria following lunches. 

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