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Teaching Assistant, Special Education

Operational-level

Also known as: Assistant Instructor, Basic Skills Improvement Program Instructional Aide (BSIP Instructional Aide), Classroom Paraprofessional, Co-Teacher

Education & TrainingBachelor's Degree

Job Description

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.
Special EducationEducation AssistantInclusive EducationDisability SupportChild DevelopmentEducationPsychologySocial WorkTeaching

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word
In-demand software
Microsoft Office software

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
Moderate
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
Moderate
Time pressure
Moderate
Time spent sitting
Moderate
Working outdoors
Moderate
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
Moderate
Level of competition
Low

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Growing Job Market

This field is experiencing expansion with increasing job opportunities and career advancement potential. Market demand is rising, with new positions being created.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI tools can assist special education teaching assistants by providing personalized learning materials, adaptive assessments, and data analytics on student progress. While AI might automate some administrative tasks, the human element of empathy, social interaction, and individualized support remains crucial. It will likely augment, rather than replace, their role, allowing more focus on direct student engagement.

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Salary

$24,668 - $49,336 per year

Estimated for US-wide average

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

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