Employment

Job Openings

Part-Time Kitchen Assistant Needed

We are seeking a reliable, friendly Kitchen Assistant to help prepare and serve daily student lunches, assist with cleanup, and support the Food Service Director. This role offers a stable schedule that is perfect for parents, retirees, or anyone wanting school hours!

  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM (follows the school calendar).
  • Perks: Enjoy summers, weekends, and holidays off!
  • Requirements: Must pass a background check, be able to lift at least 30 lbs., and comfortably handle 4–5 hours of standing with repetitive motions.

To Apply: Please call the school’s main office at 515-277-0178 or contact Billie Collins (Food Service Director) at 515-277-0178 ext. 107.

Music & Band Teacher(s)

St. Theresa Catholic School is seeking a part-time Music Teacher and a part-time Band Teacher (or one full-time candidate for both!).

We are looking for an energetic leader to guide our students in vocal and instrumental development, coordinate seasonal concerts, and prepare music for school liturgies and prayer services.

Help us build a vibrant music program! Contact Principal Gretchen Watznauer today at 515-277-0178 or gwatznauer@stsdsm.com.

Substitute Teacher

St. Theresa Catholic School is seeking substitute teachers to have as on-call subs.  Subs wanted for PK-8th grade teacher and associate positions.  Sub jobs may be full day or half day assignments. Some sub assignments may be multiple days.  

St. Theresa is a PK-8th GradeCatholic Elementary School located in Des Moines, Iowa with approximately 250 students.  Our average classroom size is 20-25 students of diverse students. St. Theresa is a nurturing community that empowers and challenges each child to use their God-given gifts to become faithful disciples, inspired life-long learners, and responsible citizens.  We educate the individual child within our Catholic faith by providing excellent academic experiences and dynamic faith formationApplicants are required to submit the following documents to be considered for an interview: