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

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High School Faculty

Science Teacher

Council Bluffs | Saint Albert Catholic School

This position is perfectly suited for the teacher who is passionate about the area of science and desires to further our students in their learning journey, helping them to reach their potential in a Catholic school environment. Our high school science teacher is responsible for supporting diverse learners to foster a love for science which prepares them for future success in education and beyond. In addition the successful candidate should be able to help students see the relevance and importance of science in their lives. Saint Albert Catholic expects and encourages teacher collaboration through the sharing of teaching strategies, resources and ideas that will lead to successful student outcomes. Teachers must have a willingness to be an active participant in the larger school community to continue our positive school culture, which can have a lasting impact on students.

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K-8 Faculty

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

School Counselor

Des Moines | Holy Family Catholic School

Holy Family Catholic School is seeking an energetic and collaborative School Counselor to serve students in grades PreK through 8th Grade at the start of the 2024-2025 School Year.  Holy Family Catholic School is a faith-and family-focused school in Des Moines, Iowa.  We are dedicated to helping our students grow in knowledge and faith through quality education and a supportive learning environment. Holy Family Catholic School is a year-round school that serves students from 6 different countries and 7 different languages. Support is provided for staff through Diocesan teacher meetings and professional learning communities. Preference will be given to candidates who are Catholic or those who possess Catholic teaching experience and have a degree in Counseling. 

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K-8 Music Teacher

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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4th Grade Teacher

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School seeks a 4th grade teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The school seeks a candidate who will be committed to our mission and core values of academic excellence, faithful service, and love for all Christ's children.

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Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School seeks a middle school ELA teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The school seeks a candidate who will be committed to our mission and core values of academic excellence, faithful service, and love for all Christ's children. We are looking for a candidate who displays organizational skills, superior communication skills, teamwork, and leadership ability.  In this role, you will work closely with another middle school ELA teacher to provide rigorous lessons that meet the needs of all students. 

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Spanish Immersion Teacher

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School is seeking a passionate, faith-filled, and fluent Spanish-speaking educator to join our Elementary Spanish Immersion program for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will provide a high-quality educational experience where students develop Spanish language proficiency while mastering core academic subjects. You will foster a classroom environment rooted in Catholic values, academic excellence, and global citizenship.

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5th Grade Teacher

Des Moines | St. Joseph Catholic School

St. Joseph Catholic School is seeking a faith-filled, enthusiastic, and student-centered 5th Grade Teacher to join our school community for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will foster academic excellence, nurture students' spiritual growth, and create a positive classroom environment where all learners can thrive.

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Special Education Teacher

Urbandale | St. Pius X Catholic School

Urbandale Community School District is hiring a special education teacher to support St. Pius X Catholic School. This position will also commit time to Des Moines Christian School in Urbandale. This person will provide personalized learning that supports each student, more specifically special needs students, in achieving their potential.

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7th Grade Reading/Language Arts (Long-Term Sub)

West Des Moines | St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School is looking for a long-term substitute teacher to teach 7th grade reading and language arts. This position will run from August through November. Candidates should be familiar with teaching English and language arts at the middle school level and have a valid Iowa teaching license or a substitute license.

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Early Childhood Education
There are currently no openings.
Support Staff

Administrative Assistant

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and welcoming professional to fill our Administrative Assistant position for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will be deeply committed to our mission and core values of academic excellence, faithful service, and love for all Christ's children. Fluency in both Spanish and English is highly preferred to ensure clear and inclusive communication with all of our families.

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Director of Student Services

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

The Director of Student Services is responsible for development and coordination of student support systems. This role ensures that every student—regardless of learning differences, language background, or behavioral needs—has access to the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional supports necessary to thrive academically and spiritually within our resource availability. The Director of Student Services will lead with a heart of service, ensuring that our commitment to inclusive education reflects the Gospel values of compassion, justice, and the inherent dignity of every child to the best of our current capacity. 

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Assistant Girls Wrestling Academy/JH Coach

West Des Moines | Dowling Catholic High School

Dowling Catholic High School is seeking an assistant coach to lead a Girls Wrestling Academy, as well as be a JH coach, for the upcoming summer/ school year. This would be a stipend position. This role is responsible for character development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in wrestling to become Christ-centered leaders.

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Event Bus Driver

West Des Moines | Dowling Catholic High School

Do you like working with high school students? Event driver needed to transport students/staff to activities. Interested candidates must possess a Class B CDL with Air Brakes, S Endorsement, and Passenger Endorsement. Rate of pay is $20 per hour (contracted employee). Questions can be directed to Joshua Kirkpatrick, Buildings and Grounds Director, at jkirkpatrick@dowlingcatholic.org.

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Extended Care (Before/After School Programs)
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Food Service

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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.










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