Catholic School Careers

Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)

Des Moines Regional Catholic Schools Office, West Des Moines, IA

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Des Moines Regional Catholic Schools is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the administrative and operational functions of the school system, ensuring alignment with the Catholic Church's mission and values. The CAO serves as a key executive leader, fostering a collaborative and faith-centered environment that supports the educational and spiritual development of students. 

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Director, Catholic Tuition Organization

Catholic Tuition Organization, Des Moines, IA

Catholic Tuition Organization (CTO) provides tuition assistance to over 2,300 students in 16 Catholic schools, fostering a faith-based learning environment. This critical role involves securing donations to provide tuition assistance to these students, with a 75% Iowa tax credit for donors who pay taxes in Iowa.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about Catholic education and driven to advance our mission. A bachelor’s degree in finance, education, or a related field is required, along with knowledge of Catholic schools and 2 to 5 years of relevant experience. The successful candidate will have strong public speaking skills, computer proficiency, excellent data management capabilities, and be an organized, results-oriented self-starter.

To learn more or apply, please send your cover letter and resume to CTO@dmdiocese.org

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

2024-25 Openings

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

2024-25 Openings

Art Teacher

Christ the King, Des Moines, IA

Christ the King Catholic School is hiring an art teacher for the 2024-25 school year.

Interested candidates are asked to submit the following documents to Susan Battani at sbattani@cksdesmoines.com:

• Current resume
• A brief cover letter outlining your interest
• 3 letters of recommendation
• Copies of current teaching licenses

4-8 Music Teacher

St. Anthony Catholic School, Des Moines, IA

St. Anthony Catholic School  is seeking a 5-8 music teacher for the 2024-25 school year.

Interested candidates are asked to submit the following documents to Jennifer Raes at jraes@stanthonydsm.org:

• Current resume
• A brief cover letter outlining your interest
• Iowa Teaching License

Pre-K Associate

St. Augustin, Des Moines, IA

Saint 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:

• Current resume
• A brief cover letter outlining your interest
• 3 letters of recommendation

Art Teacher

St. Joseph Catholic School, Des Moines, IA

St. Joseph Catholic School  is seeking an art teacher for the 2024-25 school year.

Interested candidates are asked to submit the following documents to Lynn Ernst at lernst@stjosephcatholicdsm.org:

• Current resume
• A brief cover letter outlining your interest
• Teaching certificate

MS English Language Arts Teacher

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School, West Des Moines, IA

St. Francis of Assisi  is seeking a middle school English Language Arts teacher for the 2024-25 school year. This position will plan courses that involve lectures about grammar, group discussions of books, and proofreading exercises. The teacher will help students improve their reading, writing, and communications skills while monitoring their progress through assignments and tests. The teacher may also be involved with student supervision and school policy development and implementation.

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

• Current resume
• A brief cover letter outlining your interest
• Three letters of reference
• Teaching certificate

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

Immediate Openings

2024-25 Openings

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

2024-25 Openings

Library/TAG Teacher

Saint Malachy Catholic School, Creston, IA

Saint Malachy Catholic School is seeking a dedicated and passionate school librarian/gifted teacher to our academic community. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in fostering a love for reading, supporting curriculum goals, and promoting information literacy skills among students. This teacher will also reach the needs to those students who find themselves needing greater challenges and expanded learning opportunities. This is an FTE .5 position.

Interested candidates are asked to submit the following documents to Jennifer Simmons at jsimmons@crestonstmalachy.org:

• Employment application
• Current resume
• A brief cover letter outlining your interest
• Teaching certificate

Teacher Associate (8am-1pm M-F)

St. Theresa Catholic School, Des Moines, IA

St. Theresa Catholic School  is seeking a full-time teacher associate for the 2024-25 school year.

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

• Current resume
• Three letters of recommendation
• Relevant credentials

Immediate Openings

2024-25 Openings

2024-25 Openings