Elementary Math and ELA Teacher's Assistant - After-School Support
Job Description
Job DescriptionElementary Math & ELA Teacher’s Assistant (Grades 3–5) – After-School Support - Brooklyn
Job Type: Part-time, Non-Exempt
Pay: $26/hour
Location: P.S. 165 Ida Posner, 76 Lott Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Dates of Employment: February 9, 2026 – June 11, 2026
Schedule: Monday and Thursday | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Join Our Team
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 Elementary Math & ELA Teacher’s Assistant at P.S. 165 Ida Posner, you’ll play a vital role in supporting upper elementary students through both in-class and after-school academic support.
This role includes push-in classroom support from 1:00–2:30 PM, followed by after-school small group instruction from 2:30–5:00 PM, supporting students in both Math and ELA.
From 3:00–5:00 PM, a classroom teacher will be present during after-school programming, except for 4:00–5:00 PM on Mondays, when you will support students more independently.
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.
What You’ll Do
As a Simply Ed Elementary Math & ELA Teacher’s Assistant, you will:
- Provide push-in classroom support during one instructional period (1:00–2:30 PM).
- Lead and support after-school small groups in Math and ELA (2:30–5:00 PM).
- Offer one-on-one and small group academic support to students.
- Reinforce foundational math skills, reading, writing, 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 school staff.
- Support students during periods of more independent supervision as scheduled.
- Collaborate with educators to meet student learning needs.
- Attend required training sessions and staff meetings.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking individuals who are:
- Passionate about supporting elementary students’ academic growth in Math and ELA.
- 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 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.
What You Gain
- Competitive pay of $26/hour.
- PETS clearance and valuable DOE school experience.
- Hands-on classroom and after-school instructional experience in an elementary 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.
Apply Today
Ready to make a difference in the lives of NYC students? Join Simply Ed and help us build stronger, more supported classrooms across New York City.
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