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Work Study - ECE Literacy Coach

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny Campus, Ankeny, IA Posted Aug 31, 2026
On-siteUSD 14 / hour

About this role

Job title: Work Study - ECE Literacy Coach

Posting Date: 08/31/2026 Deadline for Submitting Applications: 06/30/2027 Open Until Filled: No

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

Up 20 hours per week. Flexible hours during CDC operational hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am – 5:00pm.

Posting Date

08/31/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

06/30/2027

Open Until Filled

No

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