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Great Hearts Academies

Apprentice Teacher

Baton Rouge, LA

$48K - $64K/yr

As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor's degree is not required for this role. * As an Apprentice Teacher, you ...

Great Hearts Academies

Apprentice Teacher

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor's degree is not required for this role. * As an Apprentice Teacher, you ...

Great Hearts Academies

Apprentice Teacher

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor's degree is not required for this role. * As an Apprentice Teacher, you ...

Great Hearts Academies

Apprentice Teacher

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor's degree is not required for this role. * As an Apprentice Teacher, you ...

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How much do apprentice teaching assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice teaching assistant in the United States is $16.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Apprentice Teaching Assistant vs Teaching Assistant?

AspectApprentice Teaching AssistantTeaching Assistant
QualificationsTypically requires basic education, often an ongoing training or apprenticeship programUsually requires relevant qualifications such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
Work EnvironmentOften in training, shadowing experienced staff, and gaining practical experienceFull responsibilities in supporting classroom activities and student learning
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in schools offering apprenticeship schemes, often funded or supported by local authoritiesStandard role across schools, nurseries, and educational settings

In summary, an Apprentice Teaching Assistant is in a training phase, gaining experience and often working towards formal qualifications, while a Teaching Assistant is a fully qualified professional supporting classroom activities on a regular basis.

Can you do an apprenticeship for a teaching assistant?

Yes, it is possible to undertake an apprenticeship as a teaching assistant. These apprenticeships typically combine on-the-job training with classroom learning and often lead to a recognized qualification such as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship. They provide practical experience and skills necessary for supporting teachers and students in educational settings.

How to get into an apprentice teaching assistant?

To become an apprentice teaching assistant, applicants typically need to meet age and educational requirements, such as being at least 16 years old and having a good standard of literacy and numeracy. Relevant skills include communication, patience, and teamwork, and candidates often apply through local schools, colleges, or training providers that offer apprenticeship programs, which may include on-the-job training and classroom-based learning.

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Infographic showing various Apprentice Teaching Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,669 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Teaching Assistants - Phoenix Metropolitan Area

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Great Hearts Academies
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$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Teacher/Apprentice Teacher - Phoenix
Location: Multiple Locations across Phoenix Valley
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Position Summary: We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).
Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
Teaching Assistant and Apprentice Teacher roles at Great Hearts:
  • As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor's degree is not required for this role.

  • As an Apprentice Teacher, you function as a second teacher in the classroom, without shouldering the burden of all planning, grading/evaluation, parent communications

  • Through mentorship with a Master Teacher, you learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts primary-school environment.

  • Many of our ATs become lead teachers at either lower or upper schools (assuming a bachelor's degree)

Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:
  • Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
  • Matching 401K program
  • Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Support and advance the mission of Great Hearts by contributing to a respectful, intellectually vibrant school community.
  • Collaborate with teachers to support instruction, student learning, and daily classroom activities.
  • Uphold school policies and promote an orderly, professional learning environment.
  • Participate in faculty meetings, school events, conferences, and assigned duties.
  • Pursue ongoing professional growth and a deepening knowledge of the classical tradition.

Required/Preferred Education:
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required
  • Some locations (e.g. Title I schools) may require assistant teachers to have an AA, 60 hours of college credit, or be able to pass a ParaPro proficiency exam before beginning work.

US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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