Middle School ELA Classroom Support Assistant – Manhattan, NY

Simply Ed LLC • New York, NY

6d • $26 - $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 a Middle School ELA Classroom Support Assistant at M.S. 297, you’ll play a vital role in supporting classrooms where students feel engaged, teachers can focus on instruction, and learning truly comes alive.

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

• Support ELA teachers in delivering engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Provide 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, safe learning environment.
• Assist with organizing materials, preparing instructional resources, and supporting grading needs.
• Monitor student progress and share observations with the teacher.
• Collaborate with educators and staff to meet student learning needs.
• Attend training sessions and staff meetings as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $26/hour.
• PETS clearance and valuable DOE school experience.
• Hands-on classroom experience in a 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