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Preschool Teacher (Part-Time)

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St. Anthony Catholic School

Des Moines, IA (In Person)

Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/20/2026

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Preschool Teacher (Part-Time) TeachIowa St. Anthony Catholic School - Des Moines, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs Job Details
Job ID:
5721091
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2026 Job Description 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. In this role, you will create a positive, engaging, and collaborative classroom environment where students can develop academically, socially, and emotionally. You will design play-based, developmentally appropriate lessons that align with Iowa Early Learning standards while seamlessly integrating Christian values. Working as part of a dedicated early childhood team, you will tailor instruction to meet the diverse learning and developmental needs of all students, communicate transparently with families, and actively foster a lifelong love for learning. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Deliver engaging, play-based early childhood activities and set clear developmental objectives for students. Actively support the Catholic mission of St. Anthony and model Christian values, introducing young children to prayer and kindness. Use classroom materials and diverse resources to tailor activities for all learning and developmental needs, including early language acquisition and physical milestones. Maintain a safe, positive, and respectful classroom environment following school, diocesan, and state child care licensing guidelines. Track and evaluate student developmental progress while keeping accurate, confidential student records. Partner closely with preschool associates and early childhood faculty, and maintain frequent, daily or weekly open communication with parents. Attend staff and parent meetings, and actively participate in school liturgies, religious functions, and early childhood community events. Job Requirements & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, elementary education, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Must hold or be eligible to hold a valid Iowa Teaching License by the start of the school year, with the proper endorsements for early childhood or equivalent state-approved early childhood credentials. Strong written and verbal communication skills; background in building age-appropriate schedules and routines. Competence in basic classroom technology and communication tools. Must successfully pass a national criminal background check, fingerprinting, complete the Iowa mandatory reporter training for child abuse, and complete diocesan safe environment training (VIRTUS) prior to employment. Constant standing, walking, bending, and kneeling; frequent sitting on the floor and getting up quickly; manual dexterity tasks; ability to frequently lift/carry young children or classroom items up to 40 pounds. Interested applicants should submit the following to Denise Mulcahy at dmulcahy@dmdiocese.
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Cover Letter Resume Copy of your Iowa Teaching License or professional credentials Three letters of recommendation
Position Type:
Part-time

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