Special Education Teaching Assistant

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Special Education Teaching Assistant

Make a difference by supporting students with diverse learning needs.
Help shape inclusive educational experiences and foster student growth.
Engage in varied tasks, from classroom support to library assistance.

💰 Earn $35K-$47K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 12–24 MONTH TRAINING

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What You’ll Do

Assist a preschool, elementary, middle, or secondary school teacher to provide academic, social, or life skills to students who have learning, emotional, or physical disabilities. Serve in a position for which a teacher has primary responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.

Assist in bus loading and unloading.
Assist librarians in school libraries.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
Carry out therapeutic regimens, such as behavior modification and personal development programs, under the supervision of special education instructors, psychologists, or speech-language pathologists.
Clean classrooms.

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Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Median Earnings

$37,300 in California

$29,360 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Relating with or serving others
Thinking and problem solving

You are skilled in 💫

Active Learning
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Writing

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Personal relationships

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Special Education Teaching Assistant

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Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Hybrid College

A hybrid college combines online learning with the student support typically offered on college campuses, giving students flexibility and accessibility while still providing a comprehensive educational experience.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-5 years

Post-Bac Fellowship

A post-baccalaureate fellowship typically offers recent college graduates the opportunity to gain work experience, conduct research, and further develop their skills in a specific field, enhancing their qualifications for more advanced career opportunities.

🎓 Paid Work

⏱️ FINISH IN 1-3 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years

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Education & Counseling

The primary activities of this group involve supporting individuals and communities to overcome challenges and improve their quality of life by providing social services, education, and instruction in various settings.