Work-Study ECE Literacy Coach - Part-Time

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College is seeking a Work Study - ECE Literacy Coach to support early literacy development for children and families on campus. The role emphasizes planning, implementing, and evaluating literacy activities in collaboration with staff and families.

The position is part-time under the DMACC Work-Study program, offering hourly pay and scheduling around classes. Preference given to students enrolled in Early Childhood Education or related fields.

Qualifications

• Must have interest in 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 and literacy-related professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with young children and families to support early literacy through planned activities.
• Provide individual and small-group literacy support and develop lesson plans aligned with standards.
• Use assessment data to guide instruction and manage children in structured and informal settings.

Skills

Early literacy interest

Group management

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Lesson planning

Coaching readiness

Education

Enrolled in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Des Moines Area Community College is seeking a Work Study - ECE Literacy Coach to support early literacy development for children and families on campus. The role emphasizes planning, implementing, and evaluating literacy activities in collaboration with staff and families.

The position is part-time under the DMACC Work-Study program, offering hourly pay and scheduling around classes. Preference given to students enrolled in Early Childhood Education or related fields.