Elementary Digital Learning Teacher (South Union/...

Des Moines Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the 26-27 school year to serve as a Digital Learning Teacher. This position will start in August 2026. Any elementary endorsed applicant (K-6) with a comfort and interest in teaching students essential technology skills is encouraged to apply. This position is .5 at South Union Elementary and .5 at Windsor Elementary. Please note: The posted salary is drawn from the 25-26 Salary Schedule as the 26-27 Salary Schedule is not yet final. TITLE: Digital Learning Teacher POSITION TYPE: TCHR HIRING SPECIFICATIONS: Required: Valid Iowa teaching license (any K-6 endorsement). Desired: Previous classroom teaching experience. Experience with digital learning platforms and blended learning models BASIC FUNCTION: The Digital Learning Teacher serves as a key instructional leader in advancing digital literacy and innovative learning across the district. This role provides direct instruction to students in digital literacy skills, ensuring alignment with and support for the DMPS-wide digital literacy curriculum. The educator collaborates closely with classroom teachers to co-plan and co-teach lessons that integrate technology in pedagogically sound ways, fostering personalized and blended learning experiences. The Digital Learning Teacher also partners with the Library & Digital Learning Associate and DMPS technology department to address building-level technology needs that support instruction, ensuring a seamless and effective digital learning environment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Deliver direct instruction in information literacy and digital literacy skills aligned with district standards, including supporting and modeling the DMPS digital literacy curriculum. Collaborate with teachers to integrate technology into instruction in ways that enhance learning outcomes and reflect best practices in pedagogy. Co-plan and co-teach lessons that incorporate digital tools for personalized and blended learning experiences. Support teachers in selecting and implementing appropriate digital resources and instructional technologies. Promote responsible digital citizenship and ethical technology use among students and staff. Provide coaching and professional development on technology integration and digital literacy practices. Coordinate with the Library & Digital Learning Associate and technology department on building level technology needs, ensuring classroom learning environments remain ready for instruction. Demonstrate progress toward meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards while modeling innovative instructional practices 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(s) RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Office of Teaching and Learning, Library Services & Materials Coordinator, Director of Digital Learning and Innovation BARGAINING AGREEMENT: DMEA FLSA STATUS: Exempt FT/PT: Full Time (7.75 hour day), (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. Approved By: Emily Behrens Date: 02/05/2026

Created: 2026-03-04