Primary and Secondary Teaching Assistant

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Primary and Secondary Teaching Assistant

Inspire young minds by supporting teachers in dynamic learning environments.
Make a difference in education by enhancing classroom experiences and student success.
Engage in diverse tasks, from classroom support to library assistance and more.

💰 Earn $35K-$47K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 12–24 MONTH TRAINING

Primary and Secondary Teaching Assistant

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What You’ll Do

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.

Assist in bus loading and unloading.
Assist librarians in school libraries.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
Clean classrooms.
Collect money from students for school-related projects.

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Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Median Earnings

$37,300 in California

$29,360 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Relating with or serving others
Using data or completing tasks

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Time Management

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having support
Having freedom

Deep Dive

Primary and Secondary Teaching Assistant

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Hybrid College

A hybrid college combines online learning with the student support typically offered on college campuses, giving students flexibility and accessibility while still providing a comprehensive educational experience.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-5 years

Post-Bac Fellowship

A post-baccalaureate fellowship typically offers recent college graduates the opportunity to gain work experience, conduct research, and further develop their skills in a specific field, enhancing their qualifications for more advanced career opportunities.

🎓 Paid Work

⏱️ FINISH IN 1-3 years

Fellowship or Service Program

A fellowship or service program typically provides individuals with opportunities to engage in meaningful community service or social impact work, while encouraging personal growth, developing leadership skills, and creating positive change in society.

🎓 Paid Work

⏱️ FINISH IN 1-3 years

Workforce Development Program

A workforce development program typically enhances participants' opportunities to succeed in the workforce through employment skill-building, career counseling, connections to employers, and pathways to high-demand and high-wage jobs.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years