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Teacher Assistants

Teacher Assistants play a vital role in helping students succeed—working alongside teachers to provide instruction, encouragement, and care in classrooms across PWCS.

What Teacher Assistants Do

  • Work with students one-on-one or in small groups
  • Support classroom instruction and activities
  • Help manage classroom routines and behavior
  • Prepare materials and assist teachers
  • Support students with diverse learning need
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Why Become a Teacher Assistant?

Teacher Assistants play a vital role in helping students succeed—working alongside teachers to provide instruction, encouragement, and care in classrooms across PWCS.

  • School-Year Schedule

    Work during the school year with time off for holidays and summer break.

  • Meaningful Work

    Build relationships with students and help them grow academically and socially.

  • No Teaching License Required

    Start a career in education without needing certification.

  • Pathways to Growth

    Gain experience that can lead to teaching or other school-based roles.

  • Variety of Roles

    Choose from a wide range of classroom settings and student support roles based on your interests and strengths.

Is This Role Right for You?

This role would be a great fit for you if you enjoy working with students in an active, team-based classroom environment.

  • Teacher assistants are:
    • Patient and supportive
    • Interested in working with children
    • Comfortable working as part of a team
    • Flexible and able to adapt throughout the day
    • Strong communicators
  • You will spend your day:
    • Moving throughout the classroom and school
    • Working closely with individual students or small groups
    • Supporting classroom routines and behavior
    • Assisting students with a variety of needs
  • Education and experience needed:
    • High school diploma or GED
    • Experience working with children
    • Willingness to learn and follow teacher direction

    Some positions have additional requirements.

Ready to Get Started?

Explore open Teacher Assistant positions and find the role that’s right for you.