*A job as a Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education falls under the broader career category of Teaching Assistants, Special Education. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Teaching Assistants, Special Education :
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.
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Median Annual Wage |
$37,470 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$18.01* |
Total Employed Nationally |
1,483,280 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.