Summer Teaching Assistant

Prep for Prep is a premier educational and leadership development program that develops ethical and effective leaders who reflect our diverse society. Prep identifies New York City's most promising students, prepares them to excel at the nation's top independent schools, and supports their academic, professional, and personal growth through middle school, high school, college graduation, and beyond. A core component of the Prep for Prep experience is The Preparatory Component, a rigorous 14-month course that prepares students academically and socially to excel in an independent school.
 
Today, Prep's more than 4,000 alumni serve in leadership roles in nearly every industry and facet of society, including education, business, finance, law, technology, media, government, charitable organizations, and the arts.  
 
Learn more about Prep for Prep at www.prepforprep.org.
Position Summary: Prep for Prep seeks Teaching Assistants for their virtual and in-person 7-week Summer Preparatory Program.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will be required to assist Humanities teachers during the Summer Session of the Preparatory Component (classes will be in session Monday through Friday from June 26 to August 8, 2025).
Your responsibilities will include assisting individual students, preparing and correcting student work, and keeping attendance. Additionally, you will help with the general needs of the program, including tutoring students and supervising them during lunch and recreation.
Requirements:
  • Studying towards a BA at a selective college, current Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior
  • Strong academic background in English or a closely related subject (History, Politics, or Sociology for Problems and Issues in Modern American Society (PIMAS) position)
  • Energetic, well-organized, and willing to pitch in
  • Ability to relate to highly motivated students 
 
Compensation: The hourly range is $18.50 – $22.00.
 
How to Apply: Please email your cover letter and resume to personnel@prepforprep.org with the subject line Summer TA.
 
Prep for Prep is an equal opportunity employer.
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