After-School ELA Teacher's Assistant – Brooklyn, NY

Simply Ed LLC • New York, NY

6d • $26 • Onsite

About The Position

At Simply Ed, we believe every NYC public school student deserves the attention, support, and encouragement they need to thrive — and so do you. As an After-School ELA Teacher’s Assistant at I.S. 347 School of Humanities, you’ll play a vital role in supporting classrooms where students feel engaged, teachers can focus on instruction, and learning truly comes alive. This role includes one period of push-in classroom support, followed by after-school small group instruction beginning at 2:20 PM, using Simply Ed’s ELA test readiness materials. Why Work With Us? At Simply Ed, our impact in schools begins with how we support our people. You’ll find: Mission-driven work – Know your role makes a real difference every single day. Supportive culture – Open communication, respectful work environments, and a leadership team that listens. Career growth – Gain classroom experience, DOE clearance, and personalized guidance to open doors for your future in education. Training & coaching – From pre-service training with a 20-year DOE educator/principal to ongoing mentorship, we set you up to succeed from day one. Aligned scheduling – Consistent weekday hours that follow the NYC DOE school calendar.

Requirements

• Passionate about supporting middle school students’ literacy growth.
• Reliable, professional, and committed to showing up every day.
• Strong communicators and collaborative team players.
• Experienced with children (formally or informally) — school experience preferred, but training is provided.
• Currently pursuing or holding a bachelor’s degree in Education, English, or a related field.
• Able to adapt to different learning environments and student needs.
• Cleared (or eligible for clearance) through DOE PETS background check and fingerprinting.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide push-in classroom support during one instructional period.
• Lead after-school small groups using Simply Ed’s structured ELA test readiness curriculum (beginning at 2:20 PM).
• Offer one-on-one and small group reading and writing support to students.
• Reinforce literacy skills, vocabulary development, and comprehension strategies.
• Help manage classroom routines and foster an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Assist with organizing materials and preparing instructional resources.
• Monitor student progress and share observations with teachers and staff.
• Collaborate with educators to meet student needs.
• Attend required training sessions and staff meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $26/hour.
• PETS clearance and valuable DOE school experience.
• Hands-on classroom experience in a Brooklyn middle school setting.
• A chance to be part of a supportive team that values your voice.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The satisfaction of knowing your work directly impacts teachers, students, and the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level