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Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary

Median Salary
43,750
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Assist faculty or other instructional staff in postsecondary institutions by performing instructional support activities, such as developing teaching materials, leading discussion groups, preparing and giving examinations, and grading examinations or papers.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$18,410

10%

$43,750

Median

$62,430

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    57%

  • Master's degree

    37%

  • Doctoral degree

    3%

  • Some college

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Teaching Assistants/Aides, Other

Skills and Interest

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • English Language
  • Education and Training
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Mathematics
  • Psychology

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.