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Educational Assistant, Instructional Assistant, Paraeducator, Paraprofessional, Teacher Aide, Before/Afterschool Program Aide
Teachers have incredibly busy jobs, which is why many need help. A Teacher Assistant helps licensed teachers in a variety of ways. They act as classroom rule enforcers, modeling proper social skills while ensuring students stay well-behaved and on-task. They lend a hand preparing classrooms, setting up equipment, and getting materials ready for an upcoming lesson. They observe students and offer tutoring assistance to individuals and small groups during activities, answering questions, or giving guidance as needed.
Also known as paraprofessionals, teacher aides, instructional aides, or education assistants, they may be required to supervise students during periods outside of the classroom. Such times can include when students are roaming the halls, eating lunch in cafeterias, working out at the gym, or traveling during field trips. In addition, teacher assistants keep diligent records, offer their teacher supervisors insights into student needs and behaviors, and assist with lesson planning and development.
- Làm việc với sinh viên và có tác động trực tiếp đến cuộc sống của họ
- Giúp đảm bảo học sinh có trải nghiệm giáo dục tích cực
- Playing a critical role in assisting those with unique needs
Working Schedule
A Teacher Assistant generally works between Monday through Friday; ~37% work part-time. Some may be in charge of supervising students on school buses during trips to and from school, which may extend duty hours.
During periods when school is out (i.e., summer and holiday breaks), there may not be work. However, certain teacher assistants do work year-round.
Nhiệm vụ tiêu biểu
- Assist teachers in the preparation of lesson and activity materials
- Organize activities aimed at developing specific skills
- Thiết lập thiết bị âm thanh/hình ảnh hoặc máy tính
- Provide extra “eyes on” students during class
- Thực thi các quy tắc trong lớp học và mô hình hóa hành vi đúng đắn
- Record student performance and offer insights to the teacher when necessary
- Keep track of attendance and assist with calculating grades
- Supervise students when the teacher is away, or when students are out of the classroom (i.e., in the halls, cafeterias, gym, at recess, or on field trips)
- Cố vấn cho từng học sinh hoặc hỗ trợ các nhóm nhỏ đưa ra hướng dẫn được cá nhân hóa với các nhiệm vụ được giao
- Cung cấp hỗ trợ bổ sung cho sinh viên phải đối mặt với những thách thức học tập độc đáo
- Trách nhiệm bổ sung
- Substitute during periods of the primary teacher’s absence
- Cộng tác với các đồng nghiệp trong việc tạo và cải thiện các chương trình dành cho sinh viên
- Làm việc với giáo viên và phụ huynh để xem xét sự tiến bộ của học sinh
Kỹ năng mềm
- Khả năng làm việc độc lập
- Compassion, logic, and objectivity
- Đồng cảm và kiên nhẫn
- Mong muốn và năng khiếu giúp người khác thành công
- Kỹ năng giao tiếp mạnh mẽ, bao gồm lắng nghe tích cực
- Kỹ năng tổ chức nhạy bén
- Khả năng theo dõi và đánh giá hành vi của học sinh
- Tháo vát và lãnh đạo
- Khả năng phục hồi và điềm tĩnh
- Kỹ năng điều phối và hướng dẫn các hoạt động
- Nhận thức về văn hóa và xã hội được thông báo
- Phán đoán và ra quyết định đúng đắn, đôi khi chịu áp lực
Kỹ năng kỹ thuật
- Làm quen chung với máy tính (PC hoặc Apple)
- Kiến thức về thiết bị trình chiếu trực quan (chẳng hạn như kính lúp video, TIVI, v.v.)
- Có kiến thức về máy in, máy quét và thiết bị photocopy
- Microsoft Office, ứng dụng Google, phần mềm Macintosh
- Sử dụng các hệ thống tự động hóa cơ sở dữ liệu trường học khác nhau
- Làm quen với phần mềm giáo dục được thiết kế cho học sinh K-12
- Trường tư thục và công lập
- Trung tâm chăm sóc trẻ em
- Religious and volunteer organizations
Teacher Assistants must exhibit high degrees of patience and enthusiasm while working in dynamic classroom environments. They are expected to model exemplary behavior at all times and maintain composure while addressing challenges such as inappropriate student behavior or emergency situations. They should be well-prepared for all planned lessons and activities, as well as unplanned contingencies. Teacher Assistants must be equipped to ensure the safety and well-being of students they are tasked with watching over.
Becoming a fully-licensed teacher can be a challenge. Many Teacher Assistants are interested in gaining exposure to the work conditions teachers face, before making a lengthy and perhaps expensive commitment to seek licensure in their state. Teacher Assistants can gain practical background experience, which serves them well if they decide to invest in the process of becoming a teacher.
After working as a Teacher Assistant, it is not uncommon for a person to decide that being a teacher is not the perfect fit for them. Others, however, will discover they do want to take the necessary steps to advance. Many are simply happy to remain as Teacher Assistants with lower wages than full teachers, but also less scope of responsibility.
Many enjoyed the learning experiences from their own K-12 days. They want to return to the classroom, but on the “other side” of things. Instead of being a student, they want to help mentor and nurture students this time around. Teacher Assistants tend to be active and lively, enjoy social interactions, and both mental and physical challenges.
They may have volunteered or worked as counselors, coaches, trainers, or care providers in a range of areas. Some have personal experiences helping those who grapple with learning disabilities. They come from diverse backgrounds and most have a strong desire to work towards cultural and socioeconomic improvements within the educational system and beyond.
- Education and training requirements vary based on state, school type, and personal career goals
- Public schools typically require two years of college or an associate’s degree, with courses in relevant areas
- Title 1 schools (i.e., those receiving federal funding) require a two-year college degree or applicable certificate, by federal mandate
- Private or charter schools may only require a high school diploma
- Applicable state licensure may be needed
- Strong reading, math, and writing skills may be required, depending on the district
- CPR and/or First Aid certifications may be needed; these are required to be kept current
- Expect skills tests if working with special needs youth
- Nhận thức và cam kết về sự đa dạng và bình đẳng trong trường học
- Internships, in some cases, can be helpful
- At least basic familiarity with computers, tablets, office software, and Internet research
- Làm quen với ngôn ngữ thứ hai thường có lợi
- Associate’s degree offerings in assistant teaching, paraprofessional education, early childhood development, or associated areas
- If your state requires additional certification, check to see if the associate’s program includes courses for that as well
- Consider specialization areas (such as special education), if offered and related to the career you want to pursue
- The school should be accredited, meaning it has undergone a quality assurance process to ensure it’s providing high caliber education
- Xem xét chi phí học phí, giảm giá và các cơ hội học bổng địa phương (ngoài viện trợ liên bang)
- Hãy suy nghĩ về lịch trình và sự linh hoạt của bạn, khi quyết định nên đăng ký vào một chương trình trong khuôn viên trường, trực tuyến hay kết hợp
There are over 200 Teacher Assistant programs currently available in the US, many of which are accredited and offered on-campus, online, or via hybrid courses where some coursework is done online.
- High school teachers are often the perfect people to ask for guidance and mentorship
- Ask if your school offers opportunities to volunteer; any experience "behind-the-scenes" is beneficial to understanding teachers' daily routine and how the school operates
- If your high school offers them, consider taking courses that can help prepare you for future college courses related to pedagogy, developmental psychology, special education, assessment methods, and behavior management
- Trau dồi kỹ năng đọc, toán và viết của bạn
- Expand your knowledge of concepts related to diversity and social justice standards within K-12 settings, as these are critical current topics
- Look for volunteer or paid opportunities outside the school, such as with youth organizations, religious activities, for-profit businesses, or other places where interaction with children is part of the role
- Kết nối mạng thường xuyên và giữ một danh sách các địa chỉ liên lạc, bao gồm cả địa chỉ email
- Khi bạn có được kinh nghiệm, hãy tìm những vai trò đòi hỏi bạn phải thể hiện kỹ năng lãnh đạo và thực hiện nhiệm vụ với trách nhiệm gia tăng và ít giám sát hơn
- Document details of everything you do, for future use on your resume and/or college applications. A Word document or Google Doc is a great way to keep track of things (just make sure to keep a backup!)
- The more efforts you’re able to put in during high school and college, the better your chances of having a great resume
- Sử dụng kết quả có thể định lượng trên sơ yếu lý lịch của bạn, khi có thể (dữ liệu, thống kê và số, chẳng hạn như bạn chịu trách nhiệm về bao nhiêu sinh viên trong một vai trò)
- In addition to courses taken and any volunteer or paid work you’ve done, make sure to list any other practical experience you have of working with children, including internships
- Duy trì kết nối với mạng của bạn và yêu cầu khách hàng tiềm năng về các cơ hội việc làm sắp tới
- Stay up-to-date on the latest developments; things change quickly in the education world
- Apply for open positions found on Indeed.com, EdJoin.org, and other job-seeking sites
- Ask relevant network connections to write recommendation letters, or request their consent (in advance) to list them as references
- During interviews, demonstrate awareness of trends related to eLearning
- Clearly articulate your enthusiasm for working with youth and explain why you are the best candidate
- If you are contacted after an interview to provide references, do so and then give those references a heads-up so they can expect to be contacted
- Extra education, training, certification, or licensure can lead to more opportunities
- Demonstrate sincere caring and compassion for children, with a focus on improving their educational progress
- Continue work towards a specialization area by taking advanced courses when ready
- Become the go-to expert on diversity and social justice standards
- Keep exploring opportunities in-and-out of the school, with an eye on building your reputation and experience with leadership, management, and oversight of events
- Grow your professional network and start mentoring others
- Join professional organizations and read relevant trade publications that will expand your awareness of topics
- Phục vụ trong các ủy ban trường học và học khu có khả năng hiển thị cao và tạo ấn tượng
- Polish your social and organizational skills to perfection
- Tăng cường mối quan hệ với học sinh, nhân viên, giáo viên và quản trị viên
- Be a passionate advocate and mediator for students and student rights
- Build the trust of students, parents, and communities; stay aware of the range of issues affecting them
- Get creative! Learn fresh new ways to teach subjects and keep students motivated, such as eLearning, blended learning, flipped classrooms, and other techniques
- Tham gia danh sách gửi thư của các trung tâm giáo dục và tham dự các hội nghị và hội thảo
- Never stop learning new things!
- Các trang web
- Sách vở
- Complete courses to maximize job opportunities and earnings potential
- Finish your bachelor’s and obtain licensure to become a full teacher
- Consider similar occupations, such as career and technical educator, childcare work, library technician, occupational therapy
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