Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Anchorage, AK

Teacher Aides and Assistants play a crucial role in elementary education by providing support to teachers in managing classroom activities and enhancing the learning experience of students. These professionals assist in preparing instructional materials, supervising students in and outside the classroom, participating in parent-teacher meetings, and helping with administrative tasks. They may also provide individual attention to students who need extra help with their studies, monitor students' behavior, and assist teachers in grading assignments. Some Teacher Aides and Assistants may be specialized in working with students with special needs, aiding them in daily activities and following specified learning plans.

Important skills for Teacher Aides and Assistants include strong communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to assist with teaching and learning processes. They should also have basic computer skills for managing digital classroom tools. While no specific certifications are typically required, a paraprofessional certification or some college-level education in a related field are often preferred by employers. Prior to becoming a Teacher Aide or Assistant, individuals may have held positions such as a childcare worker, preschool aide, learning support assistant, or even a student teacher during their education training.

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Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Resource Secondary

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 7 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 7 days ago

Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans, behavior plans, and lesson plans, etc. under the direction of the special education teacher....

JBER Teacher Assistant- Early Learning

  • JBER, AK (8 miles from Anchorage, AK)
  • 14 days ago
  • JBER, AK (8 miles from Anchorage, AK)
  • 14 days ago

The teachers assistant has the responsibility to assist the teacher as a team member in the daily operation of their classroom by maintaining quality early childhood education and care for all participants...

Substitutes Clerical and Classroom Support

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Substitutes/Substitutes Clerical and Classroom Support Date Posted: 7/1/2025 Location: SUBSTITUTES--VARIES   Additional Information: Show/Hide Titles and wages: Substitute...

Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Special Programs Preschool

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behavior plans, and lesson plans, etc., under the direction of a special education teacher....

Paraprofessional Educator Kindergarten/Noon Supervisor

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Kindergarten Date Posted: 5/30/2025 Location: RAVENWOOD ELEMENTARY Date Available: 08/11/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Paraprofessional Educator Kindergarten Bilingual/Biliterate French

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Kindergarten Bilingual Biliterate Date Posted: 5/23/2025 Location: O`MALLEY ELEMENTARY Date Available: 08/11/2025   Additional...

Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Behavior Support

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 60+ days ago

Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans, behavior plans, and lesson plans, etc., under the direction of a special education teacher....

Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Resource Preschool

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 60+ days ago

assists teachers with duties related to classroom activities, student supervision, and grade or other reporting in elementary preschool programs....

Paraprofessional Educator Kindergarten

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Kindergarten Date Posted: 5/12/2025 Location: CREEKSIDE PARK ELEMENTARY Date Available: 08/11/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Paraprofessional Educator Special Education ASL/English

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Spec Ed ASL/English Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Date Available: 08/11/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Special Programs Secondary

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago

Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behavior plans, and lesson plans, etc. under the direction of a special education teacher....

Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Resource ECE

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago

Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behavior plans, and lesson plans, etc., under the direction of a special education teacher....

Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Part Time

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 90+ days ago

For preschool self-contained classrooms: Provides primary support in special education preschool classrooms....

Position Type: Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Spec Ed Speech Date Posted: 2/12/2025 Location: OPEN RECRUITMENT Date Available: 08/11/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Bargaining...

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Anchorage, AK offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
7.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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