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Great Hearts Academies

Assistant Teacher

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

... graduate degree support with select partner universities Duties and Responsibilities ... As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core ...

Great Hearts Academies

Assistant Teacher

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

... graduate degree support with select partner universities Duties and Responsibilities ... As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core ...

Great Hearts Academies

Assitant/Apprentice Teacher

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

... graduate degree support with select partner universities Teaching Assistant/Apprentice Teacher ... Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required * Some locations (e.g. Title I schools ...

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Great Hearts Academies

Assitant/Apprentice Teacher

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

... graduate degree support with select partner universities Teaching Assistant/Apprentice Teacher ... Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required * Some locations (e.g. Title I schools ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate teaching associate in Phoenix, AZ is $19.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.29 and $22.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate teaching associate?

Graduate Teaching Associates (GTAs) are graduate students, often pursuing a master's or doctoral degree, who assist faculty with teaching responsibilities at colleges or universities. Their duties can include leading discussion sections, grading assignments, holding office hours, and sometimes teaching classes independently. GTAs gain valuable teaching experience while supporting the academic mission of their department. These positions often provide a stipend and tuition assistance as part of a graduate program.

What are the typical responsibilities and expectations for a graduate teaching associate during a semester?

Graduate Teaching Associates (GTAs) often balance teaching duties with their own graduate studies. Typical responsibilities include leading discussion sections or labs, grading assignments and exams, holding office hours, and sometimes delivering lectures under the guidance of a faculty member. GTAs are also expected to communicate regularly with students and faculty, and contribute to curriculum development when appropriate. Clear time management and effective communication skills are essential for success in this collaborative, academically rigorous environment.

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

To thrive as a Graduate Teaching Associate, you need a solid academic background in your field, strong organizational skills, and experience or coursework in teaching or pedagogy. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Canvas or Blackboard) and classroom technology is often required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to engage and motivate students are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are essential to effectively support faculty, facilitate student learning, and maintain a productive educational environment.

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Assistant Teacher

Great Hearts Academies

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Job Description:
Position Title: Assistant Teacher
Apprentice Teacher
Department: Instructional
Location: Academy
Reports To: Headmaster
EEO Classification: Laborers and helpers
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Compensation Type: Hourly
Compensation Amount: N/A
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.
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:
  • 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, and 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 Apprentice Teachers become lead teachers at either lower or upper schools (assuming a bachelor's degree).

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.

Required/Preferred Experience: N/A
Required/Preferred Skills: N/A
Physical Functions: N/A
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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