Part-Time Temporary Substitute Child Development Specialist 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 transcripts will 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 email jobs@dmacc.edu.*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 Details
Job Title: Part-Time Temporary Substitute Child Development Specialist
Campus: Ankeny Campus, IAJob Number - 26-T08Employment Date - As soon as possible
Job Category: Part-time Temporary Staff Positions
Application & Position Information Call - Jenn Whitted at (515) 964-6588 or jlwhitted@dmacc.edu.Salary Information - $18.50 per hour.
Job Summary:
Part-Time Temporary Substitute Child Development Specialist for the Child Development Center. Provide care for children in the program.
Essential Functions:
Maintain a healthy and safe learning environment for children in accordance with licensing, accreditation and other standards of best practice. Develop positive relationships with children. Facilitate a positive, inclusive classroom climate for varied groups of children. Serve as a role model for the Early Childhood Education students, provide assistance to the students as they implement skills learned in the coursework, assist students with problem solving, and give direction to individual students. Observe, plan, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate, evidence-based daily learning opportunities to meet the needs of children ages birth to 5 years. Practice ongoing assessment of children's development and learning using a variety of assessment tools as required. Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field. Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with varied groups of students, children, and staff. Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations. Strong communication skills. Ability to plan, organize and manage time and physical space. Ability to meet state licensing requirements, including: DCI check, Child Abuse Registry check, medical exam with update every three years, etc. Capability to lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
Desired Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related area. Knowledge of Project Approach, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support and Program for Infant Toddler Care. Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter Training. Universal Precaution Training. Infant, Child and Adult CPR/First Aid.
Work Schedule: Varied partial and full day schedule for fall and spring semester.
Posting Date: 02/12/2026 Deadline for Submitting Applications
Open Until Filled - YesApplication Instructions - 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 transcripts will 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 email jobs@dmacc.edu. *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. Nondiscrimination Statement: Nondiscrimination Statement: 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 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu.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: (303) 844-5695, FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov.
