Who's Hiring Around the Metro Area? April 16-21

What kind of job are you looking for? The following businesses are hiring in the Des Moines metro area:

Education (All Positions)

• Johnston Community School District is seeking applicants for several teaching positions for the 2012-13 school year. To apply and see a list of available positions, visit the district website and click on 'How to apply'.

• Urbandale Community School District is seeking applicants for the following positions: high school English teacher, administrative assistant to the superintendent and drama director. Apply online at the district's website.

• Bondurant-Farrar School District is currently accepting applications for the following positions: middle school special education, sub associates and bus drivers. Please send a cover letter, resumé, application and other materials to Human Resources, 300 Garfield St. S.W., Bondurant, IA  50035. Applications also are available online. All materials are due by May 4.

• Des Moines Christian School is looking to fill the following positions for the 2012-13 school year: secondary principal, 7-12 vocal music, 7-12 instrumental music, HS language arts, PT Spanish, HS science, PT HS history and an athletic director. To apply, visit the school's website for more details.

• North Polk Community School District is hiring a sixth grade teacher to teach social studies and reading. Apply online at the district's website.

• Ames Community School District is now hiring elementary K-5 classroom instructors as well as high school algebra and geometry. ONLY online applications will be accepted. Deadline for application is April 30. Interviews will tentatively be scheduled for the week of May 14.

Coaching

• North Polk Community School District is looking to fill the following coaching positions: seventh grade volleyball, middle school wrestling, high school football cheerleading, high school basketball cheerleading and middle school cheerleading. Apply online at the district's website.

• Johnston Community School District is seeking applicants for several coaching positions for the 2012-13 school year. To apply and see a list of available positions, visit the district website and click on 'How to apply'.

Healthcare/Nursing

• Des Moines Public Schools has the following vacancy: health services supervisor. For more information and to find out how to apply, visit the district's website.

• Union Park Health Services in Des Moines is looking for a director of nursing services. Management experience is needed to supervise all aspects of the nursing department in this 83-bed facility. Candidates must be familiar with MDS 3.0, staffing patterns, budgets, clinical indicators, survey process as well as state and federal rule and regulations. Apply in person or send or email your resumé to Ted Powell, Administrator, Union Park Health Services, 2401 E. Eighth St., Des Moines, IA 50316. Fax number is 515-262-2506, and email is tpowell@5sqc.com.

Child Care

• Drake University is looking for a Head Start Program Coordinator to oversee assigned center-based preschool programs and supervises staff. Qualifications include a Master's degree with graduate or undergraduate areas in a related field. A minimum of three years experience in a similar field is required. Specific information can be found here, and interested individuals should apply online.

Graphic Design/Technology

• in Ankeny is currently looking to fill several positions including marketing specialist, HVAC graphic specialist and flash developer. For more information on these positions and how to apply, visit the company's website.

Human Services

• Progress Industries in Johnston is seeking responsible, outgoing and open-minded individuals who work well independently with a variety of people. Responsibilities include teaching life skills to adults with disabilities, transporting persons served, medication management and more. Visit the company's website for more information on open positions or apply in person at 5518 N.W. 88th St.

Human Resources

• Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons is seeking a human resource generalist. A bachelor's degree is required or five years of progressively responsible HR duties. Qualified candidates can apply online or send materials to Attn: Sherry Norelius, 6001 Westown Pkwy., West Des Moines, IA 50266.

Security

• NPI Security in Urbandale is hiring workers for all shifts for its location at 3329 109th St. To apply, call 515-276-3701 or visit the company's website.

Restaurant & Hospitality

• Twin Peaks Restaurant and Sports Bar is coming to West Des Moines and is in need of a kitchen manager. The business also is hiring back of the house staff. Apply in person at 4570 University Ave.

Customer Service

• Git n Go Convenience Stores are searching for an assistant manager and a full-time cashier. Interested candidates can apply at the company's corporate office, located at 2716 Indianola Ave. in Des Moines, or at the Ankeny store, located at 2811 S.W. Oralabor Rd.

Warehouse/Manufacturing

• Maurices Distribution Center in Johnston is looking for warehouse associates to do both light and heavy industrial work. Hours are daytime and benefits are included. Candidates can apply online.

Custodial

• DMACC Ankeny Campus is searching for a part-time custodian to work evening hours. An official DMACC application is required, which can be found online.

Open Houses/Job Fairs

• Aspire Resources Inc., a subsidiary of Iowa Student Loan, is seeking loan counseling representatives to handle incoming phone calls regarding federal student loans. Required hours are 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Candidates will be required to pass a background check. In-person interviews will be held on Thursday, April 19, from 4-8 p.m. at 6775 Vista Dr. in West Des Moines. Walk-ins are welcome.

Seasonal

• Adventureland Inn in Altoona is now hiring lifeguards for the summer. The minimum age is 16 and on-site, paid training is provided. Apply in person at 3200 Adventureland Dr.

• The Woodsmith Store in Des Moines is looking for seasonal sales associates to work in its garden center. Apply in person at 10320 Hickman Rd. by April 20.