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How much do math teacher assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for math teacher assistant in Tennessee is $50,251.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,700.00 and $55,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a math teacher assistant?

A Math Teacher Assistant supports the lead math teacher in classroom instruction, lesson preparation, and student engagement. Responsibilities often include grading assignments, providing one-on-one or small-group tutoring, and helping manage classroom activities. They may also assist with lesson planning, organizing materials, and reinforcing mathematical concepts. This role helps improve student understanding and ensures a smooth learning environment.

What does a math teacher assistant do?

Math Teacher Assistants typically support the lead teacher by helping prepare lesson materials, providing one-on-one or small group instruction to students who need extra help, and assisting with classroom management. They may grade assignments, set up hands-on activities, and help monitor student progress. Additionally, Math Teacher Assistants often collaborate with teachers to adapt lessons and contribute ideas for instructional improvement. This role offers valuable insight into teaching practices and can be a stepping stone toward a full teaching career.

What skills and qualifications does a math teacher assistant need?

To thrive as a Math Teacher Assistant, you need a solid understanding of mathematical concepts, classroom management, and educational support, typically demonstrated by relevant coursework or experience. Familiarity with learning management systems, digital whiteboards, and educational software such as Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams is beneficial. Strong communication, patience, and adaptability are valuable soft skills for assisting students and collaborating with teachers. These skills ensure effective student support, smooth classroom operations, and a positive learning environment.

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Infographic showing various Math Teacher Assistant job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $50,251 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Interim Math Teacher (8th grade)

Maury County Public Schools

Culleoka, TN • On-site

$51K - $92K/yr

Other

Posted 25 days ago


Maury County Public Schools rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

511th of 634 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

INTERIM DATES : August 10, 2026 through October 30, 2026.
Job Overview: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Job Functions
  • Plans and administers instructional programs and conducts classroom operations in compliance with directives from School Administration, Board of Education policy, and state and federal laws and regulations.
  • Responsible for the overall instruction, operation, management, and supervision of the classroom.
  • Demonstrates a variety of methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments, providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
  • Administers and develops subject specific assessments to evaluate student competency levels and/or develops individual learning plans to improve student's academic success in all courses of study.
  • Assesses student progress in relation to learning targets, objectives, and expectations; and monitors students in a variety of education environments to provide a safe and positive learning environment.
  • Instructs and counsels students to enhance and improve academic performance, appropriate behavior, problem solving skills and techniques, health, and a variety of personal issues.
  • Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
  • Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and consults a variety of community resources for the purpose of supporting the school improvement plan and improving the overall quality of student outcomes and achieving established classroom objectives.
  • Supports and assists other classroom teachers with the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.
  • Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of administering an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.
  • Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations, student's achievements, developing methods for improvement, and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
  • Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (teachers, parents, students, administrators, central office staff, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction, communicating standards, and resolving issues.
  • Gathers information and prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, lesson plans following scope and sequence, correspondence with parents and students, examinations and quizzes, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and maintaining mandated requirements.
  • Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development activities.
  • Addresses and reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to state law and Board policies.
  • Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving safety concerns immediately.

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