Academic Assistant | Elementary School

Elevate Charter Schools • New Haven, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Booker T. Washington Academy Elementary campus is seeking a full-time Academic Assistant to support classroom instruction, school operations, and the student experience. The role works closely with teachers and staff to help create a positive learning environment that supports students’ academic and social outcomes. The ideal candidate is reliable, student-centered, and eager to contribute to a joyful, well-run school community.

The Academic Assistant provides classroom and student support, helps maintain accurate records and instructional resources, and contributes to daily school routines, programs, and community-building activities. This is an opportunity for a mission-aligned professional to support an innovative school environment and make a meaningful impact on students in New Haven.

The position is based at Booker T. Washington Academy Elementary School in New Haven, Connecticut. It is full-time and exempt, with a stated start date of July 15 for the 2026–27 school year. The salary range is $30,000–$35,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Elevate Charter Schools offers comprehensive benefits packages to regular, full-time employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a team environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity, youth development, social-emotional learning, restorative practices, and culturally responsive approaches.
• Ability to help create classroom environments where students feel safe, supported, and challenged.
• Comfort with basic educational technology, such as Chromebooks, Google Suite, and learning platforms.
• Reflective mindset and personal accountability for supporting student growth and positive school culture.
• Alignment with the mission and values of Elevate Charter Schools and Booker T. Washington Academy, including belief in the potential of every student.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in an educational setting is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with culturally responsive practices, restorative approaches, or social-emotional learning frameworks.
• Associate’s degree or higher; coursework in education, child development, psychology, or a related field is a plus.
• Interest in pursuing a career in education, including potential participation in the BTWA/ECS Resident Teacher Pathway.
• Experience working with students in teaching, mentoring, tutoring, camp counseling, or youth development.
• Prior experience in a school environment supporting teachers, students, or classroom routines.
• Experience supporting diverse learners, including multilingual students and students with IEPs or 504 plans.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom routines, lesson preparation, and administrative tasks.
• Organize and maintain classroom materials, resources, and equipment.
• Coordinate with teachers to support academic and enrichment programs.
• Assist with supervision during arrival, lunch, recess, transitions, dismissal, and other school routines.
• Provide classroom coverage and support as needed.
• Provide academic support through tutoring, small-group assistance, and help with assignments.
• Monitor and encourage student engagement and support focused, joyful classroom environments.
• Support students in core content classes and enrichment blocks.
• Assist with extracurricular activities, school events, and community-building experiences.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to enhance students’ academic and social experiences.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation, including attendance and basic student information.
• Assist with scheduling and organizing parent-teacher conferences, meetings, and school events.
• Support the preparation and distribution of school communications, newsletters, and family updates.
• Help manage and update inventory of instructional materials and supplies.
• Assist with the coordination and upkeep of educational technology and classroom tools.
• Support safe, smooth, and joyful daily operations, including arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and transitions.
• Help create welcoming homeroom or advisory spaces that foster relationships, community-building, and positive social-emotional development.
• Support school-wide routines, rituals, and celebrations, including exhibitions, performances, and community events.
• Take ownership of special projects and shared responsibilities that advance the school’s mission and students’ academic and character development.
• Model professionalism, reliability, flexibility, and a growth mindset.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits packages for regular, full-time employees at a competitive value.
• Competitive compensation based on skills, education, and relevant years of experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED