Temporary Classroom Support – (ECEAP) – Multiple locations

About the role

Multiple part-time positions available in Sumner, South Hill, Bonney Lake, Eatonville, and Buckley. This position is grant-funded and employment is seasonal, generally consistent with the K-12 academic year. First consideration for applicants who apply by November 1, 2026.

As someone with some experience in child care or studying education, you will get hands-on experience working in the pre-school classroom. You will be that extra set of hands for the preschool teacher as they guide and lead activities for children. This could be corralling children, helping with lineup, or putting toys away. You'll observe how teachers work with children when big behaviors or challenges come up. You will support the successful growth and development of children and their families participating in the ECEAP. The program provides comprehensive services designed to support healthy families, empowered individuals, and thriving communities through high-quality early learning and family-centered opportunities.

Pierce County Human Services exists to ensure that every person in our community has the opportunity to live with dignity, stability, and hope. As the county’s community and human services department, we strengthen the local safety net by investing in programs that support people at every stage of life—from early childhood and youth development to housing stability, behavioral health, disability support, and services for seniors, veterans, immigrants, and refugees. Working alongside nearly 170 community-based organizations, local governments, and nonprofit partners, we respond to both urgent needs and long-term challenges with compassion, accountability, and collaboration.

To be successful in this role, bring your energy and desire to make a difference. You'll need the ability to work as a contributing support member of a teaching team, providing excellent customer service and communicating effectively with families, children, and community partners. We need you to be reliable, prepared, and willing to multitask, ask questions, and take direction and feedback.

A temporary Classroom Support in the ECEAP preschool program fits into the mission of the Human Services Department and the Community Action Division by supporting high-quality Early Learning services to diverse families. You will learn and grow through observation and hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Food Service – provide meal/snack preparation and service including light cooking, heating, serving, set-up, and clean-up. Follow Health Department and Puget Sound Educational Service District policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Classroom – provide coverage in the classroom for staff breaks, emergency, and substitute coverage. Interact positively and provide active supervision to students to support individual learning and emotional needs. Support an inclusive environment for children who may come with a variety of special needs.
• Site preparation and maintenance – assist in preparing and organizing the classroom, classroom materials, and outdoor space; perform daily classroom cleaning; and assist in maintaining an orderly and developmentally appropriate environment.
• Attend and participate in required training annually.

Requirements

Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements.

• 6 months of successful, relevant experience in a preschool or childcare setting.

Qualifications

• A valid Washington State driver's license may be required when travel is required of the position.
• Pediatric First Aid/CPR card must be obtained within 90 days of hire.