Teacher Assistant
Assist a preschool, elementary, middle, or secondary school teacher with instructional duties. Serve in a position for which a teacher has primary responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.
At a Glance
Teacher Assistant earns an average of $34,359/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2–2.1 years. Top skills: Teaching, Special Education, Communication.
$34,359/yr
High school or GED
2–2.1 years
82
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education
Median Wage
N/A
Growth (2024-34)
Not available
Education
Varies
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (11)
Special Education
Child Development
Office Equipment
Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
Toileting
Preschool Education
Lesson Planning
Behavior Management
Lifting Ability
First Aid
Disabilities
Common Skills (15)
Teaching
Communication
Confidentiality
Clerical Works
Patience
Customer Service
Management
Grammar
Planning
Decision Making
Interpersonal Communications
Record Keeping
Professionalism
Certifications (4)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
First Aid Certification
No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) Standards
Valid Driver's License
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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