26-27 Pool: Early Childhood Teacher
Young World Physical Education, Des Moines, IA, United States
Des Moines Public School District Multiple Schools - Des Moines, Iowa
Job Details
Job ID:
5672600
Application Deadline:
May 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 10, 2026
Job Description
Des Moines Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the 26-27 school year to serve as Early Childhood Teachers. This position will start in August 2026. A yearly childhood‑endorsed applicant is encouraged to apply.
This is a pool posting. Submitting your application to this posting makes you eligible for consideration for the following vacancies:
Mitchell Preschool - EC Special Education
TITLE:
Early Childhood Teacher
POSITION TYPE:
TCHR
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
Valid Iowa teaching license (appropriate endorsement code for teaching assignment).
Desired:
Previous classroom teaching experience.
Experience in an urban school district.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of subject, curriculum, effective teaching methods.
Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communications.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide a developmentally appropriate learning environment that meets identified performance standards and incorporates early childhood research and best practices/curriculum.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Deliver daily lessons, aligned to state and district standards that meet students’ individual needs and ensure growth.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve learning.
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.
Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential records as required by state and federal standards and the school district. Submits reports and records in a timely manner.
Ensures compliance with school district and department policies and procedures.
Carries out all guideline requirements of the Department of Human Services and other applicable entities including Head Start, Iowa Quality Preschool Program and NAEYC.
Communicate with families on a regular basis to include home visits, conferences and family events.
Participate in professional development, including CPR and first aid.
Coordinates and oversees teacher associates.
Participates in recruiting and enrolling children.
Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position)
Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
DEPARTMENT:
Teaching and Learning
REPORTS TO:
Building Administrator
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:
Director of Early Childhood
BARGAINING AGREEMENT:
DMEA
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
FT/PT:
Full Time, (Contract days vary by assignment)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling, lifting carrying
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during recess and arrival/dismissal
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job‑related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
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.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$50,000 to $80,000 Per Year
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Preschool
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Emily Carlyle, Talent Support
Human Resources
Email: emily.carlyle@dmschools.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Details
Job ID:
5672600
Application Deadline:
May 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 10, 2026
Job Description
Des Moines Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the 26-27 school year to serve as Early Childhood Teachers. This position will start in August 2026. A yearly childhood‑endorsed applicant is encouraged to apply.
This is a pool posting. Submitting your application to this posting makes you eligible for consideration for the following vacancies:
Mitchell Preschool - EC Special Education
TITLE:
Early Childhood Teacher
POSITION TYPE:
TCHR
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
Valid Iowa teaching license (appropriate endorsement code for teaching assignment).
Desired:
Previous classroom teaching experience.
Experience in an urban school district.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of subject, curriculum, effective teaching methods.
Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communications.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide a developmentally appropriate learning environment that meets identified performance standards and incorporates early childhood research and best practices/curriculum.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Deliver daily lessons, aligned to state and district standards that meet students’ individual needs and ensure growth.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve learning.
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.
Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential records as required by state and federal standards and the school district. Submits reports and records in a timely manner.
Ensures compliance with school district and department policies and procedures.
Carries out all guideline requirements of the Department of Human Services and other applicable entities including Head Start, Iowa Quality Preschool Program and NAEYC.
Communicate with families on a regular basis to include home visits, conferences and family events.
Participate in professional development, including CPR and first aid.
Coordinates and oversees teacher associates.
Participates in recruiting and enrolling children.
Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position)
Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
DEPARTMENT:
Teaching and Learning
REPORTS TO:
Building Administrator
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:
Director of Early Childhood
BARGAINING AGREEMENT:
DMEA
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
FT/PT:
Full Time, (Contract days vary by assignment)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling, lifting carrying
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during recess and arrival/dismissal
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job‑related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
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.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$50,000 to $80,000 Per Year
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Preschool
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Emily Carlyle, Talent Support
Human Resources
Email: emily.carlyle@dmschools.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr