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

Associate Superintendent

Des Moines | Diocese of Des Moines Catholic Schools Office

The Associate Superintendent supports the academic vision and continuous improvement of Catholic schools across the Diocese of Des Moines. This role focuses on supporting instructional quality, advancing strategic school improvement initiatives, and ensuring effective use of programs and resources that support student learning.

This is a part-time role (20 hours/week), this role provides internal leadership and support to advance high-quality teaching and learning across the system.

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Administrator

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School is seeking a mission-driven, faith-filled Catholic leader to serve as administrator for the 2026-2027 school year. The school’s dedicated and highly qualified faculty and staff, in collaboration with supportive parents, share the responsibility of guiding students to achieve rigorous standards and benchmarks in our faith-based educational environment. St. Anthony has provided a quality Catholic education for students for over 100 years. The school offers both English and Spanish Immersion classes in elementary programs.

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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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MS/HS Social Studies Teacher

Council Bluffs | Saint Albert Catholic School

Saint Albert Catholic, a co-educational, child care center to high school located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, seeks a full time middle-high school social studies teacher for the 2026-27 school year who is passionate about advancing the mission of Catholic education. This position is perfectly suited for the teacher who is passionate about the area of social studies and desires to further our students in their learning journey, helping them to reach their potential in a Catholic school environment. The candidate must have solid knowledge of the four main branches of the social studies curriculum (history, geography, civics and government, and economics).

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Physics 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 2026-27 school year. All fields of Science are accepted, and a Physics endorsement is preferred. 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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Theology Teacher

West Des Moines | Dowling Catholic High School

Dowling Catholic High School is in search of a Theology teacher to join a faith-filled department. Candidates must be Catholic and have experience in the field of Theology.  This position will begin in the 2026-27 school year.  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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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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Physical Education Teacher

Des Moines | Holy Trinity Catholic School

Holy Trinity Catholic School is seeking a full-time PE teacher for the 26-27 school year. Holy Trinity Catholic School serves 415 students ages Preschool three through eighth grade.  Please email Monica Morrison at mmorrison@htschool.org with questions or interests.

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3rd Grade Teacher

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School seeks a part-time 3rd 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. 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 other 3rd through 5th grade teachers to provide rigorous lessons that meet the needs of all students.

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Middle School ELA 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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Middle School Science Teacher

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School seeks a middle school Science 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 provide rigorous lessons that meet the needs of all students.

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Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School is seeking a highly motivated educator to fill our Middle School Social Studies Teacher 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.

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5-8 Math Teacher

Perry | St. Patrick Catholic School

St. Patrick School is seeking a highly qualified individual to teach one section of 5th-8th grade mathematics starting in the 2026-27 school year. The teacher will be part of a middle school team that supports the whole child development of our middle school students. Preferences in the employment process will be given to those candidates who are active Catholics. 

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5-8 Social Studies Teacher

Perry | St. Patrick Catholic School

St. Patrick School is seeking a highly qualified individual to teach one section of 5th-8th grade social studies starting in the 2026-27 school year. The teacher will be part of a middle school team that supports the whole child development of our middle school students. Preferences in the employment process will be given to those candidates who are active Catholics. 

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Early Childhood Education

Preschool Teacher

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School is seeking a highly motivated educator to fill our 3-Year-Old Preschool Teacher 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. This is a part-time position, with an option to work either three or five days per week.

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Support Staff

Middle School Associate

Des Moines | Holy Trinity Catholic School

Holy Trinity School, located in Beaverdale, Iowa, is seeking a full-time associate for the 26-27 school year to work with our middle school teachers.  Interested applicants can email Monica Morrison at mmorrison@htschool.org.

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Academic Interventionist

Des Moines | St. Anthony Catholic School

St. Anthony Catholic School seeks a part-time academic interventionist 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 an Intervention team of teachers (ELL and math and reading support) to provide rigorous lessons that meet the needs of students we are supporting in math and/or reading.

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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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