Elementary Afterschool Teacher’s Assistant - Manhattan, NY

Elementary Afterschool Teacher’s Assistant (Manhattan, NY)

Job Type: Part-time, Non-Exempt
Pay: $26/hour
Location: P.S. 1 Alfred E. Smith, 8 Henry St, New York, NY 10038
Dates of Employment: September 28, 2026 – December 23, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1:40 PM – 5:40 PM
Openings: 2 Teacher’s Assistants

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 Afterschool Teacher’s Assistant at P.S. 1 Alfred E. Smith , you’ll become part of the school community while helping students transition from their regular school day into a supportive and academically engaging afterschool environment.

Your day will begin with push-in classroom support during the school's 8th period , where you'll work alongside school staff and assist students during their final class of the day. From there, you'll help transition students enrolled in the program into their afterschool classroom and continue supporting a group of approximately 10–15 students alongside school staff.

During afterschool hours, you'll help students complete homework, reinforce skills they are learning in school, and provide additional academic support when needed. When students have completed their homework or do not have assignments, you'll use Simply Ed's supplemental test readiness materials to keep them learning and engaged. Training and materials will be provided to prepare you to use these resources effectively.

Why Work With Us?

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 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.  

What You’ll Do

As a Simply Ed Elementary Afterschool Teacher’s Assistant, you will:

• Provide push-in classroom support during the 8th period , assisting the classroom teacher and students during the final class of the regular school day.
• Help transition students smoothly from their school-day classroom into the afterschool program.
• Work with a group of approximately 10–15 elementary students alongside school staff.
• Provide one-on-one and small group assistance with homework and other school assignments.
• Reinforce academic skills and help students work through challenging concepts rather than simply providing answers.
• Use Simply Ed's supplemental test readiness materials when students have completed their homework or do not have assignments to work on.
• Participate in training on Simply Ed's academic materials and how to use them effectively with students.
• Help maintain a structured, positive, and engaging afterschool environment.
• Build positive relationships with students and collaborate with teachers and school staff.
• Attend required training sessions and staff meetings.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking individuals who are:

• Passionate about supporting elementary students' academic and personal growth.
• Comfortable working with and engaging groups of elementary-aged students.
• Able to support students with homework across core elementary subjects, including 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.
• Patient, encouraging, and able to adapt their approach to different learning environments and student needs.
• Able to help maintain structure and positive expectations in an afterschool setting.
• Cleared (or eligible for clearance) through NYC 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 elementary school experience.
• Experience working alongside school staff in both classroom and afterschool settings.
• Hands-on experience providing homework assistance, small group academic support, and structured enrichment.
• A chance to build instructional, classroom management, and student engagement skills.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The satisfaction of knowing your work directly supports student achievement.

Apply Today

Ready to make a difference in the lives of NYC elementary school students? Join Simply Ed and help provide meaningful academic and afterschool support at P.S. 1 Alfred E. Smith .

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