Teacher's Aide
What does a Teacher's Aide do?
Teacher Aides provide classroom and clerical assistance to Elementary and Secondary Teachers. Duties may include typing and record keeping. They may call roll, prepare attendance records, grade homework, and record scores. They may supervise study halls, cafeterias, hallways, and playgrounds. Tasks include: This information lists tasks that may or may not be a regular part of the job. Others assist in libraries and operate audio-visual equipment. They may handle students' behavior problems and help in directing students' learning activities. They may help plan, prepare and develop teaching aids and distribute teaching materials.
Salary and Employment Outlook:
Typical Employers:
Public and private elementary and secondary schools and possibly some federal government projects, such as head start; and state agencies, such as the varies state's youth authority.
Preparation:
Employers usually require a high school education or its equivalent and some clerical skills for Teacher Aides. Additional formal training may enhance employability, particularly for some specialties in the occupation. Summer schools often provide opportunities for volunteer work experience as Teacher Aides.
Educational Program(s):
Related Programs: Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Teacher education - Elementary, Teacher Education - Secondary
DVC Certificate Program in Early Childhood Education:
Web Resources:
California Occupational Guides
National Resource Center for Paraprofessionals
Career Center Home Page | Career Info Sheets
Diablo Valley College Career/Technical Education Homepage