Middle School ELA Group Teacher's Assistant – Brooklyn, NY

Middle School ELA Small Group Teacher's Assistant (Brooklyn, NY)

Job Type: Part-time, Non-Exempt
Pay: $26/hour
Location: J.H.S. 162 The Willoughby, 1390 Willoughby Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Dates of Employment: January 12, 2026 – April 1, 2026
Schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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 Small Group Teacher’s Assistant at J.H.S. 162 The Willoughby
, 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 involves push-in classroom support, with small group instruction using Simply Ed’s ELA test readiness materials.

• 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.

• Provide push-in classroom support during the day.
• Lead small groups using Simply Ed’s structured ELA test readiness curriculum.
• 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.

• 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.

• Competitive pay of $26/hour
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• 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.

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.