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About the Role
As an Elementary Math & ELA Teacher’s Assistant at P.S. 31 Samuel F. Dupont, you will play a vital role in supporting students as they strengthen foundational literacy and mathematical skills across Grades K–5. This role focuses on providing push-in support during Math and ELA instruction, working alongside classroom teachers to give students additional academic support within their regular classroom environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide push-in classroom support during Math and ELA instruction across Grades K–5.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to provide targeted academic support that aligns with daily instruction.
- Offer one-on-one and small-group support within the classroom to students who need additional help understanding or applying grade-level concepts.
- Reinforce foundational ELA skills, including phonics, reading fluency, reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, grammar, and critical thinking.
- Reinforce foundational Math skills, including number sense, operations, place value, fractions, mathematical reasoning, and problem-solving strategies.
- Adjust instructional support to accommodate different grade levels, learning styles, and individual student needs.
- Help students work through challenging assignments and concepts while encouraging greater 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.
Requirements
- Passionate about supporting elementary school students' academic growth in Math and ELA.
- Proficient in both elementary Math and ELA and comfortable supporting instruction across the full K–5 grade range.
- Confident explaining mathematical and literacy concepts clearly, accurately, and in developmentally appropriate ways.
- Comfortable adapting between early elementary foundational skills and more advanced upper-elementary concepts.
- Able to explain academic concepts clearly and adjust their approach based on individual student needs.
- Comfortable providing support in a push-in classroom setting and working alongside classroom teachers.
- Reliable, professional, and committed to showing up every day.
- Strong communicators and collaborative team players.
- Experienced working with children (formally or informally).
- Currently pursuing or holding a bachelor's degree in Education, Mathematics, English, or a related field.
- Patient, adaptable, and responsive to different learning styles and student needs.
- Cleared (or eligible for clearance) through NYC DOE PETS background check and fingerprinting.
- Fluent in English.
Skills
- Elementary Math
- Elementary ELA
- Instructional Support
- Classroom Management
- Student Support
- Communication
- Collaboration
Location
- Brooklyn, NY
Work Type
- Part-time
Experience Level
- School experience is preferred, but training is provided.
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Mathematics, English, or a related field.
Salary/Compensations
- $26/hour
Benefits
- PETS clearance
- Valuable DOE elementary school experience
- Experience working alongside certified teachers in a collaborative classroom environment
- Build subject-specific instructional, classroom management, and student support skills
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Satisfaction of knowing your work directly supports student achievement
About the Company
- At Simply Ed, we believe every NYC public school student deserves the attention, support, and encouragement they need to thrive.
- Our impact in schools begins with how we support our people.
- At Simply Ed, 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 valuable elementary school classroom experience while building instructional, classroom management, and student support skills.
- Training & coaching – From pre-service training with experienced educators to ongoing mentorship, we set you up to succeed from day one.
- Aligned scheduling – Consistent weekday hours that follow the NYC DOE school calendar.