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JERSEY ROBOTS LLC

Teaching Assistant

Parlin, NJ · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

As a Teaching Assistant, you will assist the classroom teacher with classroom duties and instruction. Your goal is to create a welcoming learning environment and provide students with the tools they ...

ROENNE'S SCHOOL INC

Teaching Assistant

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$19.75/hr

As a Teaching Assistant, you will assist the classroom teacher with classroom duties and instruction. Your goal is to create a welcoming learning environment and provide students with the tools they ...

GARDEN OF WONDERS LLC

Teaching Assistant

Union, NJ · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

As a Teaching Assistant, you will assist the classroom teacher with classroom duties and instruction. Your goal is to create a welcoming learning environment and provide students with the tools they ...

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How much do classroom teaching assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for classroom teaching assistant in the United States is $15.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a classroom teaching assistant?

Classroom teaching assistants are educational professionals who support teachers in managing classroom activities and helping students learn effectively. They assist with tasks such as preparing materials, supervising students, providing one-on-one or small-group support, and helping maintain a positive learning environment. Teaching assistants may also help students with special needs or those who require extra help, allowing the lead teacher to focus on instruction. Their role is essential in enhancing student engagement and ensuring classrooms run smoothly.

What are some common challenges classroom teaching assistants face when supporting diverse learners, and how can they address these challenges?

Classroom Teaching Assistants often work with students who have varying learning styles, abilities, and backgrounds, which can make it challenging to provide individualized support. To address these challenges, assistants collaborate closely with lead teachers to adapt instructional materials, use differentiated teaching strategies, and provide additional guidance to students who need it. Building strong relationships with students and maintaining open communication with the teaching team are key to effectively supporting all learners and creating an inclusive classroom environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a classroom teaching assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Classroom Teaching Assistant, you need a solid understanding of educational principles, child development, and instructional support, often backed by a relevant certification or associate degree. Familiarity with learning management systems, basic educational software, and classroom technology is typically required. Patience, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and students are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for supporting student learning, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and ensuring smooth classroom operations.

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Infographic showing various Classroom Teaching Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,267 per year, or $16 per hour.

Classroom Teaching Assistant

Spanish River Church

Boca Raton, FL • On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

To assist the classroom teacher in carrying out the responsibilities of classroom management, materials preparation, child movement and control, learning engagement, and duties assigned which are within the range of skills and training.
REPORTS TO:
Classroom Teacher
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist the teacher in room set-up and preparation for the beginning of the school year.
  • Assist in greeting children at the beginning of each day and guiding them to early morning or afternoon activities.
  • Assist teacher in preparation of materials to be used and distribution of materials. All materials should be prepared for the next scheduled class day. These jobs include but are not limited to cutting out art projects, preparing work for copying or laminating, stapling, grading papers, and filling student folders with materials to be sent home to parents.
  • Grading will be limited to homework or class work, which includes true/false, multiple choice, matching, or short answer. All other grading will be the sole responsibility of the classroom teacher.
  • Teacher assistants will not enter grades into the grade book or RenWeb. This is the sole responsibility of the classroom teacher.
  • Learning engagement responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Assisting teacher with the implementation of curriculum in the classroom.
  • Reading to students.
  • Circulating among the students during cooperative learning activities, when students are using manipulatives, when students are engaged in whole-class correcting, and when students are engaged in whole-class practice (i.e. side A of the Saxon worksheet). Monitoring student engagement and understanding and understanding, and providing immediate feedback to the student.
  • Active facilitating, circulating, and monitoring of centers.
  • Assist teacher in keeping accurate records such as attendance, etc.
  • Assist in preparing bulletin board displays.
  • Help teacher to keep order in the classroom by assisting in discipline.
  • Assist at snack, recess, and lunchtime by helping the children and supervising whenever needed.
  • Accompany children to recess, Chapel, special programs, and field trips.
  • Assist in daily light housekeeping to maintain a clean classroom and bathroom area, including cleaning tables and/or supervising students in the cleaning of their desks.
  • Assist in proper hygiene in the classroom and bathroom area of the classroom, if any.
  • Assist in line up for dismissal, and be responsible to prepare materials, notes, and papers to go home.
  • Teachers' assistants work specific hours and should be punctual. Personal appearance should be in accordance with a professional atmosphere.
  • Should demonstrate Christian character qualities in and out of the classroom.
  • Work cooperatively with staff members.
  • Keep all personal information about students and families confidential. The assistant should never discuss a child with a parent without the teacher being present and leading the discussion.
  • Teacher assistants may be asked in the course of the school year to work hours outside their normal schedule to assist the teacher with events such as Open House, etc.
  • Assist teachers in closing up the classroom as needed during the week and at the end of the school year.
  • Required to attend weekly devotions if it is a scheduled workday.
  • Follow classroom procedures as described by teachers. Teachers may have different classroom procedures.
  • Staff children must follow classroom rules if they are in the classroom before or after school. The teacher has the prerogative to require assistant's children be sent to early bird care or to after-school care.
  • Adhere to all safety rules and regulations when supervising students in the classroom, on the playground, and elsewhere on campus.
  • Attend all All-Staff Mandatory Meetings and Monthly Staff Meetings (usually the first Tuesday of each month).
  • Read, understand, and implement all policies and procedures as presented in the staff/faculty handbook.

** Spanish River Church, Spanish River Christian School, Spanish River Counseling Center is a Drug-Free Workplace. We participate in E-Verify **
Spanish River Christian School screens all employees using the clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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