What does a Teacher Aide do?
A Teacher Aide assists Teachers in the classroom. A Teacher Aide can stand in for a Teacher in their absence if they have sufficient experience. The kind of job they do also depends on the age of the students. For instance, working in a preschool means that the children are supervised during lunch or playtime. Those who work in high schools will help prepare classroom materials and assist with remedial classes.
There are also Teacher Aides who work with children with disabilities. They may help with basic care such as personal hygiene. Teacher Aides that work with children with disabilities usually have extra training and qualifications to do their job.
Teacher Aide skills and qualifications
A Teacher Aide helps relay social skills to children and also to tackle any learning difficulties that they may experience. There should be significant involvement in what happens in the classroom to help the student learn. A Teacher Aide should be patient and understanding to provide the best support to students.
Formal education such as a certificate in Education Support is essential. Knowledge of teaching techniques is essential and a proper understanding of the behavioural and developmental stages of a child is also important. Other skills and qualifications include:
- General computer and math skills
- Great interpersonal and teamwork skills
- First aid certification
- Proper planning and organizational skills are important to help with the smooth delivery of classroom lessons
- Good organizational skills help in taking attendance records, preparing tests, and awarding grades
Teacher Aide experience requirements
Teacher Aide candidates should have some experience in a classroom working with students. This could be experience gained during their education, volunteer work or an internship. Ideal Teacher Aide candidates will have six months to one year of work experience in the Teacher Aide role.
Teaching Aides should also be familiar with the standards outlined by their province for all areas of education and student safety per their respective education levels.
Teacher Aide education and training requirements
A college diploma is a basic requirement for most Teacher Aide jobs. Most colleges and universities offer programs in early childhood development, assistant teaching, and other related programs. Candidates that have completed Teacher Aide training programs will have relevant experience for entry-level roles, as they will have had to complete classroom-based internships during their studies.
Teacher Aide salary expectations
According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Teacher Aide in Canada is $22,041 per year. The salary may be dependent on experience, location, and company.
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