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Teaching Assistant Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

A Teaching Assistant (TA), or Education Assistant, provides additional support to students and assists the Lead Teacher in executing instructional and non-instructional responsibilities. Their duties include reinforcing the Lead Teacher’s content by reviewing teaching materials with individuals or small groups of students and correcting assignments.

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Teaching Assistant duties and responsibilities

A Teaching Assistant’s role varies depending on their environment. In some institutions, they supervise students during recess or lunchtime, while in others, they help in the management of specialized software.

Teaching Assistants who work at a university help professors grade papers and offer classes to small groups of students who want to review content from the larger lectures. At the elementary to high school levels, they sometimes cover for a Lead Teacher in their absence. Some of their other duties and responsibilities include:

  • Support and reinforce lessons by providing supplemental one-on-one or group instruction with lesson reviews for students
  • Track student grades and take practical steps to ensure academic progress meets the recommended standard
  • Set up all required equipment and materials needed to help teachers prepare lessons, track attendance, grade students, and perform administrative tasks
  • Provide ancillary supervision to students during class, between classes, lunch, recess, field trips, class outings, or industrial tours
  • Correcting students’ behaviour by enforcing school and class rules
  • Working closely with lead teachers to identify student issues and developing appropriate strategies for solving them effectively
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Teaching Assistant Job Description Examples:

Example 1

We are looking for candidates with strong academic/math skills interested in working with children, those who enjoy helping children achieve academic success.
  • Applicants must: Be proficient in Mathematics and English.

  • Past Kumon students and/or experience is an asset.
  • Be looking for a long term commitment; this is not a temporary position.
  • Enjoy working with children of all ages.
  • Have excellent oral, written language and communication skills.
  • Be well mannered and polite; staff members are expected to set good examples for the students.
  • Be mature, punctual and reliable.
  • Must be available Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm. There is a possibility of additional day time hours as required.
  • Staff members are expected to have a reliable means of transportation to and from the centre.

    Responsibilities:
  • Instructing students through their classwork.
  • Reporting student progresses and difficulties to the instructor.
  • Grading students' classwork and homework using an answer book.
  • Recording scores of classwork and homework into the computer program.
  • Prepare student files for class.
  • Develop speed and accuracy in grading worksheets.
  • Promote a quiet class and orderly environment.
  • Provide appropriate praise and encouragement to students.
  • Assist other staff during class down-time.
  • Help keep the centre tidy, clean and ready for class.
  • Experience: High school math (excellent skills)

    Job Type: Part-time
    Part-time hours: 3-10 per week

    Salary: $14.60-$15.50 per hour

    COVID-19 considerations:
    Sanitizing, disinfecting and cleaning procedures.



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Bowmanville, ON L1C 0N1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)


    Work Location: In start date: 2023-09-01

    • Example 2

    The Clover School Junior Midtown Campus

    3180 Bathurst St.

    Attn: Tracy Durisin, Vice Principal

    Phone: [phone number] ext 219

    Web: [website]

    Position: Montessori Teaching Assistant (RECE)

    The Clover School is a well-established CCMA accredited Montessori school located in Toronto, Ontario. We are the school with heart. As a school we know that connection, trust and love are the key to a successful learning relationship. The �Clover� symbol represents the four pillars that motivate everything we do at The Clover School:

    Mind

    We encourage openness, curiosity, questioning, exploration and fearless discovery.

    Heart

    We model a lifestyle and environment that values courage, compassion, kindness, patience, tolerance, and understanding; towards each other and the world.

    Health

    We believe in mindful and healthful living that includes smart nutrition, physical exercise and the development of emotionally strong individuals with healthy self-images and respect for their bodies.

    Soul

    We champion connecting to nature through quiet reflection. We encourage meditation, art, music, dance and walks in the woods.

    SO�

    We are inviting highly motivated and engaging educators who share the same vision, passion for learning, teaching and student growth. We hold our teachers to high standards and actively seek to develop a professionally stimulating and growth-oriented work environment. We look forward to expanding our team of diverse educators who are at the core of our success.

    We are now looking for exceptional assistant teachers (RECE) to work with young children aged 2 - 5 years old. We only hire professionals who have the determination to be positive and inspirational role models for our students. The Clover School values continual professional development and are willing to invest in the right people. This is a full-time position starting in late August. Eligible candidates must have experience, enjoy working with children, and be ready to give their all!

    Our compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and education.

    Successful applicants will possess at minimum:
  • RECE, ECE or equivalent
  • Experience with the Montessori method an asset
  • Self-motivated with a positive, happy disposition
  • High-energy level
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills (in English)
  • Proven problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Good organizational and planning skills
  • A clear police record check (vulnerable sector)
  • Valid Standard First Aid and CPR (level C) certificate

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $17.00-$25.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    COVID-19 considerations:
    All TPH health guidelines are being met.

    Education:
  • DCS / DEC (required)

    Language:
  • English start date: 2022-08-29

    • What does a Teaching Assistant do?

    Teaching Assistants create a focused learning environment by providing students with supplemental information, grading their performance, tracking attendance, and enforcing school and class rules. Some of them work in specialized environments such as laboratories or libraries to manage equipment and learning materials. Some work with special education students in regular or special classes, helping them adapt to new learning materials or environments.

    Teaching Assistant skills and qualifications

    Due to the nature of their work, Teaching Assistants need a mix of social skills, including being generous, kind, cooperative, patient, helpful, caring, empathic, friendly, and diplomatic. Besides being sociable, Teaching Assistants also need the following skills:

    • Strong interpersonal skills to ease interactions with several stakeholders, including administrators, students, teachers, and parents
    • Excellent communication skills to discuss student progress with teachers and parents
    • High levels of patience to handle every student regardless of varying abilities, background, or special needs
    • Abundant creativity and resourcefulness so they can break down tough lessons into simple pieces of information that students can easily understand
    • Specialized knowledge in various areas, including necessary information technology skills, first aid skills, and laboratory knowledge in relevant subjects
    • High flexibility and openness to change for working on various new activities

    Teaching Assistant experience requirements

    Teaching Assistants usually have a year or more of experience or relevant academic qualifications. Those needed for specialized roles such as Laboratory Teaching Assistants, Computer Assistants, or Special Needs Teaching Assistants should have three to five years’ experience or more. Although previous experience is desirable, individuals with the right skill set, enthusiasm, and education can also be successful. For college and university Teaching Assistants, you may wish to hire one of your past or present students who is passionate about the subject and can explain it in-depth to others.

    Teaching Assistant education and training requirements

    For Teaching Assistants working with students in elementary to high school classrooms, a college diploma in education or higher certification is generally required. However, for post-secondary Teaching Assistants, they must be enrolled at the institution and working towards their undergraduate, masters, or doctorate degree. You may hire a Teaching Assistant from outside the school, but the Dean must approve them. For Teaching Assistants expected to fill more specialized roles, such as helping special needs children, look for candidates with specialization in that field.

    Teaching Assistant salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, average pay for a Teaching Assistant in Canada is $21.92 per hour. This amount may vary depending on the school, its location, and the experience of the candidate.

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    Teaching Assistant job description FAQs

    How do post-secondary Teaching Assistants differ from elementary school Teaching Assistants?

    While both work with students in the classroom, the Teacher is in charge of the class, and the Teaching Assistant helps the teacher to deliver curriculum requirements. A Teaching Assistant works under the supervision of the Teacher and takes direction from them. The Teacher reviews and conducts classes to meet the curriculum requirements while the Teaching Assistant prepares the teaching materials to support those lessons.

    What is the difference between a Teaching Assistant and a Teacher?

    The responsibilities of Teaching Assistants differ from institution to institution. For example, in some colleges and universities, Teaching Assistants report to the Professor or Teacher in charge of the class. In others, the Teaching Assistant is an employee of a specific department and reports directly to the Department Head. Those working with Teachers to enhance special needs education mostly report to the person in charge of that department.

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