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How much do cooking teaching assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooking teaching assistant in the United States is $15.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cooking Teaching Assistant vs Cooking Instructor?

AspectCooking Teaching AssistantCooking Instructor
CredentialsBasic culinary knowledge, sometimes certificationsAdvanced culinary certifications or degrees often preferred
Work EnvironmentAssists in classrooms, community centers, or schoolsLeads classes, workshops, or private lessons
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, community programsCooking schools, culinary institutes, private businesses

The main difference is that a Cooking Teaching Assistant supports and assists in cooking classes, focusing on helping students learn, while a Cooking Instructor leads and teaches cooking classes independently. The assistant role is more supportive and often requires less experience, whereas the instructor role involves more responsibility and advanced culinary skills.

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Infographic showing various Cooking Teaching Assistant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,572 per year, or $15.7 per hour.

Substitute Teacher Assistant

North Bennington, VT โ€ข On-site

United Counseling Service of Bennington County Inc

$16.10 - $16.99/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

Description:

To provide flexible support in both the classroom and kitchen settings at Bennington County Head Start. This position fills in for absent staff, either as a Teacher Assistant in classrooms or as a Kitchen Assistant supporting food preparation and delivery. The role ensures smooth daily operations and promotes a safe, developmentally appropriate, and healthy environment for children and staff.


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:


1.0 EDUCATION

The Substitute Teacher Assistant works with the Head Teacher, Teacher Assistant, and Co-Teacher providing classroom instruction and activities. They follow the daily activity plan and prepare educational materials and special projects. They help with self-care routines, small and large group activities, supervise children at all times by sight, sound, and the ability to intervene at a moment’s notice. The Substitute Teacher Assistant will read the sub folder in each classroom to ensure the classroom routine and safety protocols are followed.


2.0 CLASSROOM MAINTENANCE

Will maintain educational supplies and art materials, monitor equipment, and cooperate with the Teacher/Teacher Assistant/Co-Teacher to maintain an orderly classroom environment. This includes assisting children at mealtime and activity time.



4.0 MEAL PREPERATION

Assists with meal-related tasks for program events, family gatherings, workshops, meetings, and other assigned activities. Duties may include picking up groceries, as well as handling food preparation tasks such as chopping, cooking, and serving meals.


5.0 HEALTH/SAFETY AND SANITATION

Cleans up after each meal, including dishes, meal prep areas, and carts. Maintains the cleanliness of all kitchens and kitchen appliances, complying with federal and state standards of safety and sanitation. Rotates inventory and monitors expiration dates.


* In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.


EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • CDA, AA, or above in Early Childhood Education and experience with children aged zero to five preferred.
Requirements: