Interim Educational Services Project Manager

Interim Educational Services Project Manager

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

• Reports to: Superintendent
• Status: Part-Time, Interim (20 hours per week)
• Duration: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
• Location: Hybrid

• HQIM Adoption Cycles: Partner with school administrators and the Des Moines Catholic Schools Regional Office to design, establish, and implement a long‑term plan for adoption of High‑Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM).
• Purchasing Coordination: Oversee and coordinate the procurement and training logistics for newly adopted curriculum materials.
• Master Standards Consolidation: Review individual school essential standards and synthesize them into a single, cohesive master list to update and streamline Diocesan reporting standards.
• 504 Implementation: Provide comprehensive training, guidance, and ongoing support to school staff regarding 504 plan implementation and compliance.
• Health Manual Rollout: Coordinate and facilitate meetings with school nurses to organize the distribution and implementation of the Iowa School Nurse Toolkit.
• Early Childhood Programs Compliance: Coordinate with the Superintendent to support compliance in new Early Childhood programs in conjunction with the Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Education, and Diocesan Catholic Schools Office.

• Education: Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field required.
• Experience: Proven experience in curriculum development, school administration, or instructional coaching; experience within a Catholic school or Diocesan system preferred.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with HQIM frameworks, curriculum alignment, data‑driven reporting standards, and 504 plan regulations.
• Catholic Mission: Support the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church, Diocese of Des Moines, and the Catholic Schools Office.
• Skills:
  • Exceptional organizational and project‑management abilities.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills for leading professional development.
  • Proficiency in data consolidation (e.g., managing master spreadsheets or standards databases).
  • Ability to work independently and manage a flexible, part‑time schedule.

Des Moines Catholic Schools is an equal opportunity employer.