Work Study - ECE Literacy Coach

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College is seeking a Work Study - ECE Literacy Coach to support early literacy development for students and their families. The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating literacy-focused activities, and coordinating with families to foster learning in aligned environments.

Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, using assessment data to guide instruction, and participating in ongoing coaching and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must possess an interest in supporting early literacy development for young children and families.
• Ability to manage individual children and small groups in a positive learning environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate literacy activities.
• Willingness to receive coaching, feedback, and literacy-related professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with young children and their families to support early literacy development through planning, implementing, and evaluating literacy-focused learning experiences.
• Provide individual and small-group literacy support, developing lesson plans aligned with early learning standards, using assessment data to guide instruction, and managing children in both structured and informal learning environments.
• Participate in literacy coaching, training, and ongoing professional development to support high-quality literacy outcomes.

Skills

Interest in literacy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Enrolled in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This Vacancy Requires:

• A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information,educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions).Incomplete applications and or “See Resume” will not be accepted.
• Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required).Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred.Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcriptswill be collected upon hire (if applicable).

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at(515) 964-6479 or by [e-mail] .

*The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Work Study - ECE Literacy Coach

Campus

Job Number

Job Number 27-W45

Employment Date

Employment Date As soon as possible.

Job Category

Job Category Student Positions

Application & Position Information Call

Jenn Whitted at [e-mail] or [phone].

Salary Information

$14.00 per hour.

Job Summary

The work study program provides funds for part-time employment to help students finance the costs of postsecondary education. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity for employment arranged around class schedules, while providing essential services to the College and the community.

Essential Functions

Work directly with young children and their families to support early literacy development through planning, implementing, and evaluating literacy-focused learning experiences. Provide individual and small-group literacy support, developing lesson plans aligned with early learning standards, using assessment data to guide instruction, and managing children in both structured and informal learning environments. Must be willing to participate in literacy coaching, training, and ongoing professional development to support high-quality literacy outcomes.

Required Qualifications

Must possess an interest in supporting early literacy development for young children and families. Ability to manage individual children and small groups in a positive learning environment. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills. Ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate literacy activities. Willingness to receive coaching, feedback, and literacy-related professional development. Must successfully complete all required childcare provider background checks and fingerprinting requirements.

Desired Qualifications

Enrolled in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Work Schedule

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/31/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Deadline for Submitting Applications 06/30/2027

Open Until Filled No

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html .

ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone [phone], [e-mail] .

Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone], FAX : [phone], TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR [e-mail] .

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you eligible for Work Study?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you enrolled in financial aid eligible courses as a DMACC student?
  • Yes
  • No
• Please provide your student schedule.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
  • Yes
  • No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)