Catholic School Careers

Teachers do so much more than teach reading, writing and mathematics. They inspire. They lead. They care. Considering a career in education? Working at our schools is more than a job. It is a vocation and a career worth exploring.

Our Schools Are Hiring

The Diocese of Des Moines serves more than 7,000 students from early childhood development through high school. To join this mission, please view our current open positions or contact us.

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Current Openings

Administration
There are currently no openings. 
High School Faculty

There are currently no openings. 

K-8 Faculty

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

MS Math Teacher

Creston | St. Malachy Catholic School

Do you love kids, believe every student can grow, and enjoy making math come alive? Then St. Malachy School might be the perfect place for you!

St. Malachy is a warm, faith-filled PK–8 Catholic school of about 180 students in the heart of rural Creston, Iowa. We are a close-knit, team-oriented community built on strong Catholic values, a love for learning, and a commitment to teaching the whole child—academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

We are seeking a full-time Middle School Math Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year who will teach 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math three days a week and provide targeted math intervention two days a week for students who need extra support.

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Art Teacher

Des Moines | Christ the King Catholic School

Christ the King School is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic art teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The Art Teacher provides engaging and developmentally appropriate visual arts instruction for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. The teacher fosters creativity, artistic expression, and skill development while helping students explore a variety of artistic techniques, media, and art history. This position supports the school’s mission by encouraging creativity, confidence, and appreciation for the arts.

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Music/Band Teacher (Full-Time)

Des Moines | Christ the King Catholic School

Christ the King School is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic music and band teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The Music and Band Teacher provides engaging and developmentally appropriate music instruction for students in Preschool through 8th grade, fostering a love of music, creativity, and performance. The teacher develops foundational music skills in younger students and leads the band program for students in grades 5–8. This position collaborates with a part-time band instructor who assists with small group and individual band lessons.

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School Nurse

Des Moines | Christ the King Catholic School

Christ the King School is seeking a school nurse for the 2026-2027 school year. The School Nurse supports the health and well-being of students in Preschool through 8th grade by providing direct health services, managing student health records, and promoting a safe and healthy school environment. The nurse collaborates with school staff and families to address student health needs, respond to medical concerns, and ensure compliance with state and local health requirements.

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Kindergarten Teacher

Des Moines | Holy Family Catholic School

Holy Family Catholic School is seeking an energetic, faith-filled, and collaborative Kindergarten classroom teacher to join our team at the start of the 2026–2027 school year.

Holy Family Catholic School is a faith- and family-focused Catholic school dedicated to helping students grow in both knowledge and faith through high-quality instruction and a supportive, inclusive learning environment. We are a year-round school serving students from six different countries and seven different languages, making cultural awareness, relationship-building, and differentiation essential to our work.

We value strong partnerships among staff, families, and the parish community. Ongoing support is provided through Diocesan professional development, teacher meetings, and professional learning communities. 

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3rd Grade Teacher

Des Moines | Holy Trinity Catholic School

Holy Trinity Catholic School, located in Beaverdale, Iowa, is seeking a faith-filled and dedicated Elementary Classroom Teacher to join our school community. The teacher is responsible for fostering a Christ-centered, academically strong, and nurturing classroom environment for students in grades K–5. The ideal candidate will support the mission of Holy Trinity by integrating Catholic values into daily instruction, modeling Gospel-centered behavior, and promoting the spiritual, academic, and social development of each child.

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5th Grade Teacher

Des Moines | Holy Trinity Catholic School

Holy Trinity Catholic School, located in Beaverdale, Iowa, is seeking a faith-filled and dedicated Elementary Classroom Teacher to join our school community. The teacher is responsible for fostering a Christ-centered, academically strong, and nurturing classroom environment for students in grades K–5. The ideal candidate will support the mission of Holy Trinity by integrating Catholic values into daily instruction, modeling Gospel-centered behavior, and promoting the spiritual, academic, and social development of each child.

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Music Teacher (Full-Time)

Des Moines | Holy Trinity Catholic School

Holy Trinity Catholic School in Beaverdale is seeking a passionate and faith-filled full-time K–8 Music Teacher to lead and grow our vibrant music program. The ideal candidate will foster a love of music while supporting the mission of Catholic education.

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1st Grade Teacher

Des Moines | St. Augustin Catholic School

St. Augustin Catholic School is a vibrant, faith-filled community committed to educating the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. Located in the heart of Des Moines, our school serves families who value strong academics, character formation, and a warm, welcoming environment rooted in Catholic tradition.

We are seeking a passionate, student-centered 1st Grade Teacher to join our dedicated faculty. Our 1st grade classroom has a class size of 30 students and includes the support of a full-time teacher's associate, ensuring a collaborative and well-supported instructional environment.

St. Augustin offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, along with a strong culture of teamwork, professional growth, and mission-driven work. Teachers at St. Augustin enjoy the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students, partner closely with families, and contribute to a long-standing tradition of excellence.

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2nd Grade Teacher

Des Moines | St. Augustin Catholic School

St. Augustin Catholic School is a vibrant, faith-filled community committed to educating the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. Located in the heart of Des Moines, our school serves families who value strong academics, character formation, and a warm, welcoming environment rooted in Catholic tradition.

We are seeking a passionate, student-centered 2nd Grade Teacher to join our dedicated faculty. Our 2nd grade classroom has a class size of 30 students and includes the support of a full-time teacher's associate, ensuring a collaborative and well-supported instructional environment.

St. Augustin offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, along with a strong culture of teamwork, professional growth, and mission-driven work. Teachers at St. Augustin enjoy the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students, partner closely with families, and contribute to a long-standing tradition of excellence.

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5th Grade Teacher

West Des Moines | St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School in West Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking a full-time 5th grade teacher with strong knowledge of 5th-grade mathematics and a background in the Catholic faith.

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Elementary Music Teacher

West Des Moines | St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School in West Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking a part-time K-5 music teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This could be adapted to a full-time position. 

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MS Science Teacher

West Des Moines | St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School in West Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking a certified teacher to teach 7th and 8th grade science. This is a full-time position.

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Early Childhood Education

There are currently no openings. 

Support Staff

  There are currently no openings.  
Extended Care (Before/After School Programs)
 There are currently no openings.  
Food Service

 There are currently no openings. 

Interested in teaching but don't have a degree?

The State of Iowa has several options to get you the training you need without going back to school:

  • Teacher Intern Program
  • Content Area Specialist Authorization
  • Native Language Teacher Authorization
  • Career and Technical Authorization

Learn more about these pathways on the Official State of Iowa Website.

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Why I Love Being a Catholic School Teacher

Betsy Lemus worked in both public and private schools but she returned to St. Pius X Catholic School in Urbandale because she loved the faith, friendship, and family like atmosphere.



8 Reasons to Work in Catholic Schools

16 Locations

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Engaged Students

6,200+ engaged students and 4,500+ committed families.

All Grade-Levels

Work with students from early childhood through high school.

Leading-Edge Technology

All classrooms are equipped with leading-edge technology.

Faith-Based Foundation

The Catholic faith is our foundation but we welcome faculty from all faith backgrounds. More than 1/3 of our faculty are non-Catholic.

Innovative Professional Development

Grow your skills as an educator with innovative professional development opportunities.

Supportive Work Community

We offer more than a great work environment. In Catholic schools you will find a supportive community.

Small Class Sizes

We offer small class sizes with an average student to teacher ratio of 13:1.