Description of a Teacher Aide
Teacher aides, also known as teaching assistants, work alongside a teacher in a classroom setting. Having an aide allows the primary teacher more time for educational tasks and lesson planning. The tasks of a teacher aide are based upon the specific needs of the classroom teacher.
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Teaching Duties
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In the classroom environment, teacher aides are responsible for assisting the teacher in her lesson plans, handing out or collecting papers and helping students who need additional assistance.
Clerical Duties
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Some teacher aides may be responsible for photocopying, grading, filing and keeping attendance records. Teacher aides often work with teachers to set up materials for instruction and to help keep the classroom organized and running smoothly.
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Other Duties
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Sometimes teacher aides are called on to oversee students on the playground, lunchroom or hallway between class and special periods.
Special Needs
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Many times, teacher aides work with students with special needs. This can be in a special education classroom setting or when a special needs student has been integrated into a mainstream environment.
Work Environment
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More than half of teacher aides work full time and many travel between different classrooms throughout the school day.
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