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How much do reading teacher assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for reading teacher 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 are some typical challenges a reading teacher assistant might encounter when supporting students with varying literacy levels?

As a Reading Teacher Assistant, you may work with students who have a wide range of reading abilities, which can present challenges in providing individualized support. You might need to adapt instructional materials and strategies on the fly to meet each student’s unique needs. Collaborating closely with the lead teacher is essential to monitor progress and adjust interventions. Additionally, maintaining student engagement and motivation, especially for those struggling, requires patience and creativity. Effective communication with both students and the teaching team will help you navigate these challenges successfully.

What is the difference between Reading Teacher Assistant vs Literacy Tutor?

AspectReading Teacher AssistantLiteracy Tutor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer associate degreeHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require tutoring certification
Work EnvironmentSchools, classrooms, educational support settingsAfter-school programs, community centers, one-on-one or small group sessions
Employer & Industry UsagePublic and private schools, educational institutionsEducational nonprofits, tutoring companies, community programs
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

The main difference between a Reading Teacher Assistant and a Literacy Tutor lies in their work environment and scope. Reading Teacher Assistants typically support classroom teachers within school settings, focusing on assisting students with reading skills during regular school hours. Literacy Tutors often work outside the classroom, providing targeted reading instruction in after-school or community programs. Both roles require similar credentials but serve different contexts and student needs.

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

To thrive as a Reading Teacher Assistant, you need a solid understanding of literacy development, basic instructional strategies, and at least a high school diploma or associate’s degree, often with coursework in education or child development. Familiarity with classroom technology, phonics programs, and educational assessment tools is typically required. Patience, strong communication, and the ability to motivate students are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies are essential for supporting student learning, fostering engagement, and collaborating effectively with lead teachers and children.

What is a reading teacher assistant?

Reading Teacher Assistants are educational professionals who support classroom teachers by providing additional help to students, especially in developing reading and literacy skills. They work with individuals or small groups to reinforce reading lessons, assess students’ progress, and help implement instructional activities. Their role is vital in creating a positive learning environment and ensuring that all students receive the support they need to become proficient readers.
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Infographic showing various Reading Teacher Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% 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 $32,572 per year, or $15.7 per hour.

Elementary Teacher Assistant

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

Chapel Hill, NC • On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Full-time, Contractor

Re-posted 16 days ago


Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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219th of 629 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Position Type:
Teacher Assistant/Elementary Teacher Assistant
Date Posted:
8/3/2026
Location:
McDougle Elementary School
Date Available:
08/17/2026
Job Title: Elementary Teacher Assistant
Salary Schedule: Classified; CHCCS Salary Page
Reports To: Principal and/or designee, usually the classroom teacher
Salary Grade: 102
Work Location:
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Schedule: 10 Month
Position Summary
Job Goal: To assist the teacher in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning class environment. To relieve the teacher of non-teaching functions to provide the teacher more time for preparations, individualization, and evaluation.
Essential Duties
  • Assists the classroom teacher by working with individual students, small groups or large groups of students, including but not limited to the following ways
  • Assist the teacher by reinforcing the learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher. Assist the teacher by devising special strategies based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilities
  • Guides independent study, enrichment or remedial activities set up and assigned by the teacher. Reads to students, listens to students read, and participates in other forms of oral communication with students
  • Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction
    • Corrects assignments and supervises testing and make-up work, as assigned by the teacher
  • Assists teachers with behavior management in a manner consistent with policies and expectations of the teacher and school
    • Keeps the supervising teacher informed of any problem or special information about an individual student
  • Communicates with, contacts, responds to parents as directed by the teacher maintaining the confidentiality of information about all students
  • Supervises students as assigned or required - at breakfast or lunch, on bus duty; during class, emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
    • Relieves the teacher for conferences and emergencies on a short-term basis, as required
  • May accompany students to special classes
    • Assists students or the resource teacher as needed
  • May be asked to serve as a substitute teacher, as appropriate, if needed
    • Serves as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher
  • Performs classroom health procedures, when necessary, under the supervision of the school nurse
  • Performs clerical duties as needed or assigned
    • Checks and records student attendance
    • Collects and records the collection of money
    • Keeps bulletin boards and other classroom displays up to date, as requested by the teacher. Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom
  • Participates in in-service training programs, as assigned
  • Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of licensed teachers
  • May be asked to substitute as a school crossing guard
  • Performs such other tasks as the teacher or other supervisor may assign.

Education/Experience Requirements
  • Must have either 48 semester hours of education earned/passed, or 7 credits in at least two core subject matter (English, Math, Writing) and passing "Proficiency Certificate for Teacher Assistants" assessment test scores (WorkKeys)
  • High School Diploma/GED required
  • Associate's Degree preferred
  • Previous experience working with children preferred

Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to physically perform the basic operational functions of stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, hearing and repetitive motion
  • The ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds.
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

Disclosure
This document provides descriptive information about the above Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. An individual's ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.

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