Job Description

Teacher Aides provide clerical and instructional support for classroom teachers, so teachers have more time for teaching and planning lessons. Teacher aides may tutor students, supervise students on the playground, in the cafeteria and discipline center, record grades, set up labs or equipment and prepare instructional materials.

Necessary Education

High School Diploma to some college

Helpful High School Courses

English, Math, Science, Computer Applications, Business

Working Conditions

• Works the traditional 9- to 10-month school year
• Usually works in a classroom setting
• May work outdoors, supervising recess and field trips
• May spend much time standing and walking
• May perform a combination of instructional and clerical duties
• Work can be both physically and emotionally draining
• Criminal background check is usually required

Salary Range

• 2003, Delaware average annual salary, $23,850

Career Ladder Information

• Further education enhances opportunities and earning potential
• With a Bachelor’s Degree, many assistants move directly into full-time teaching positions

Personal Qualities and Interests

      You:

• Are willing to follow a teacher’s direction
• Have good writing and communication skills
• Are fair and patient
• Are able to handle multiple tasks
• Are willing to accept special assignments

Did you know?

• Almost half of all teacher aides work part-time, but employment is expected to grow faster than average.

Additional Information

• Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco
• National Resource Center for Paraprofessionals in Education and Related Services: http://www.nrcpara.org

  
  

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