
What do teaching assistants do?
They work with a licensed teacher to give students additional attention and instruction.
Responsibilities Include:
- Reinforce lessons by reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups
- Follow school and class rules to teach students proper behavior
- Help teachers with recordkeeping, such as taking attendance and calculating grades
- Get equipment or materials ready to help teachers prepare for lessons
- Supervise students outside of the classroom, such as between classes, during lunch and recess, and on field trips
Job Outlook:
Overall employment of teaching assistants is projected to grow 5 percent from 2021 to 2031, about average for all occupations.
More information: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes259045.htm#st
$23,070
Median Annual Pay in Arkansas
90th Percentile Earners in Arkansas
$29,200
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