Grades 2–5 Math & ELA Teacher's Assistant - Brooklyn, NY

Simply Ed LLC • New York, NY

5d • $26 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Simply Ed is hiring a part-time Grades 2–5 Math & ELA Teacher’s Assistant to support students at P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay in Brooklyn. The role provides push-in academic support during regular classroom Math and ELA instruction, working alongside classroom teachers to reinforce grade-level skills and provide individualized attention. The assistant supports students across Grades 2–5, adapting explanations and instructional approaches to differing grade levels and student needs.

Employment runs from November 3, 2026, through December 23, 2026. The schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM, with a 30-minute unpaid break each day. Pay is $26 per hour. The role includes required training sessions and staff meetings.

Requirements

• Proficiency in elementary Math and ELA and ability to support instruction across Grades 2–5.
• Ability to explain mathematical and literacy concepts clearly, accurately, and in developmentally appropriate ways.
• Ability to adjust between foundational elementary skills and more advanced upper-elementary concepts.
• Ability to break down challenging material into manageable steps and adapt explanations to individual student needs.
• Comfort providing push-in classroom support and working alongside classroom teachers.
• Reliability, professionalism, and commitment to consistent attendance.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience working with children, formally or informally.
• Currently pursuing or holding a bachelor's degree in Education, Mathematics, English, or a related field.
• Patience, adaptability, and responsiveness to different learning styles and student needs.
• Cleared or eligible for clearance through the NYC DOE PETS background check and fingerprinting.
• Fluency in English.

Nice To Haves

• School experience is preferred.
• Additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide push-in classroom support during Math and ELA instruction across Grades 2–5.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to provide targeted academic support aligned with daily instruction and grade-level learning objectives.
• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students who need additional help understanding or applying grade-level concepts.
• Reinforce ELA skills, including reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, writing, and critical thinking.
• Help students strengthen reading comprehension strategies, organize written responses, and communicate ideas clearly.
• Reinforce Math skills, including number sense, operations, place value, fractions, decimals, mathematical reasoning, and problem-solving strategies.
• Help students understand mathematical processes, explain their reasoning, and apply strategies to classroom assignments.
• Adapt instructional support to different grade levels, learning styles, and individual student needs.
• Help students work through challenging assignments and concepts while encouraging independence and confidence.
• Support students as they apply Math and ELA skills to classwork and assessments.
• Help manage classroom routines and foster a focused, supportive learning environment.
• Monitor student progress and share observations with teachers and staff.
• Assist with organizing materials and preparing instructional resources.
• Attend required training sessions and staff meetings.

Benefits

• Pre-service training with experienced educators and ongoing mentorship.
• Consistent weekday hours aligned with the NYC DOE school calendar.
• PETS clearance and valuable DOE elementary school experience.
• Experience working alongside certified teachers in a collaborative classroom environment.
• Opportunities to build instructional, classroom management, and student support skills.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Mission-driven work supporting student achievement.
• Supportive culture with open communication, respectful work environments, and an attentive leadership team.

What This Job Offers

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