Teaching Assistant

Remote

🎓 Education

Teaching Assistants typically work for daycare centers, preschools, elementary schools, middle schools or high schools to contribute to students’ beneficial learning experiences. They work closely with Teachers to develop lesson plans and create individualized coursework for students performing above or below the average education level for their grade. Their job is to motivate students to complete assignments and provide additional insights to parents about their child’s progress. They may also be responsible for speaking with Teachers about recurring instances of bullying or students struggling to learn course material to find creative solutions.

What does a Teaching Assistant do?

A Teaching Assistant, or Teacher Assistant, is responsible for helping Teachers complete daily tasks within a classroom environment. Their duties include leading lessons or small group activities for students, grading student assignments in accordance with the Teachers grading criteria and providing individual guidance to students with learning disabilities or behavioral challenges.

Responsibilities

A Teaching Assistant should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Teaching Assistant should be able to execute:

Helping Teachers with lesson preparation, including collecting materials and setting up equipment
Reviewing lessons or lectures with students on a one-on-one basis or in small groups
Supervising students in class, between classes and during recreation periods and field trips
Tracking attendance, grading assignments and calculating grades
Giving extra help to students who need special accommodations or are struggling with a concept
Assisting students with special learning requirements, including disabilities or English as a second language students

Required Skills

A competitive Teaching Assistant will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Assisting students with special learning requirements, including disabilities or English as a second language students
Great organization and planning skills
Collaboration and teamwork abilities
In-depth knowledge of subjects or discipline they’re assisting with
Understanding of pedagogical best practices
Ability to engage students of all learning levels and grade levels

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