NOW HIRING: Math and/or Science Teachers

Des Moines Public School District; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Public School District is hiring math and/or science teachers for the 27-28 school year. Hires will be placed closer to start, with primary work at Des Moines area campuses and collaboration with Human Resources on placement.

Teachers in K-12 positions will support students' academic and social-emotional needs. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and an Iowa teaching license; salary ranges reflect the 26-27 schedule, with 27-28 to be determined.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid Iowa teaching license with appropriate endorsement.
• Experience collaborating with a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily lessons aligned to state and district standards.
• Create a engaging, affirming classroom environment.
• Collaborate in professional learning communities to plan instruction.
• Monitor student learning with multiple data points to guide instruction.
• Communicate with families regularly.
• Participate in professional development.
• Meet Iowa Teaching Standards and district expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Collaborate effectively

Effective written and oral

Microsoft Office Suite

Maintain confidentiality

Punctual attendance

Interpersonal relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

NOW HIRING: Math and/or Science Teachers

NOW HIRING: Math and/or Science Teachers

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Job Details

Job ID: 5969734
Application Deadline: Feb 28, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

DMPS is searching for teachers for the 27-28 school year. Individuals hired at this time will work with Human Resource to determine a placement closer to the start of the 27-28 school year.Individuals interested in middle or high school teaching in the areas of math or science will be considered.

Posted salary ranges come from the 26-27 salary schedule. The 27-28 salary schedule has not yet been approved.

TITLE:General Education Teacher (K-12)

CLASSIFICATION:Teacher

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Work Experience: N/A
• Licensure or Certification: Valid Iowa teaching license (appropriate endorsement code for teaching assignment).

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to collaborateeffectively with a diverse workforce and student population.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.?
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.

JOB SUMMARY:

The General Education Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering a high-quality educational program to meet students’ academic and social-emotional needs. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the district.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Deliver daily lessons, aligned to state and district standards that meet students’ individual needs and ensure growth.
• Create an engaging, affirming, and meaningful classroom environment that meets the academic and social emotional needs of students.
• Participate in building and district professional learning communities to plan for instruction, analyze data, and create assessments.
• Monitor student learning on a daily basis. Use multiple data points to guide and individualize instruction.
• Communicate with families on a regular basis.
• Participate in professional development.
• Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Other duties, as assigned.

DEPARTMENT: Office of Schools

REPORTS TO:Building Administrator

HIGHEST LEVEL SUPERVISED:N/A
BARGAINING GROUP:DMEA Teacher

FLSA STATUS:Exempt

CALENDAR: Varies by assignment / 7.75 hour day

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

FREQUENCY:

Standing

Frequent 33% - 66%

Walking

Frequent 33% - 66%

Sitting

Frequent 33% - 66%

Bending/Stooping

Occasional 1% - 32%

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

Occasional 1%- 32%

Climbing/Stairs

Occasional 1% - 32%

Driving

Occasional 1% - 32%

Lifting (20 lbs.)

Frequent 33% - 66%

Carrying (20 feet)

Frequent 33% - 66%

Manual Dexterity Tasks

Telephone

Frequent 33% - 66%

Computer

Frequent 33% - 66%

Other

Never 0%

Working Conditions

Inside

Constant 67%+

Outside

Occasional 1% - 32%

Extremes of Temperature/Humidity

Occasional 1% - 32%

The Des Moines Independent Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions, concerns or a complaint related to this policy, please contact Carol Wynn-Green,2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321; phone: [phone]; email: [e-mail] Complaints can also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission,400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-1004, [phone], or Region VII Office for Civil Rights, Citigroup Center 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475 Chicago, IL 60661-4544.

Employee Benefits Information

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

Approved By: Bryce Amos

Date: 06/18/2026

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $50,000 to $80,000 Per Year
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jeremy Schwennen , Talent Support Manager
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Email: [e-mail]

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