Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Connecticut

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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Preschool Teacher Assistant (9:30-5:30) Temporary Position

  • South Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • South Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago

Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED; Experience: 18 years of age or older; Basic knowledge of the principles of Child Development; Some Childcare Experience Demonstrated ability to develop...

Special Ed Teaching Assistant Saxe Intermediate School

  • New Canaan, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • New Canaan, CT
  • 3 days ago

Openings as of 4/12/2025 Long-term substitute: Special Ed Teaching Assistant Saxe Intermediate School JobID: 1631 Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Assistant Date Posted: 4/9/2025...

Child Care Assistant Teacher

  • Ellington, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Ellington, CT
  • 5 days ago

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids!...

Teacher Assistant/Driver

  • Northford, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Northford, CT
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Autism Center - Northford, CT Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $24.49 Hourly Job Shift: Day Description Full-time Teacher Assistant/Driver (TAD) needed for students...

Assistant Teacher - Breaker/Float 11am - 6pm

  • Cheshire, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT
  • 6 days ago

Cadence Academy Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Teacher - Breaker/Floater to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood...

Teacher Assistant Preschool (8:30-12:30) - East Hartford Part Time

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 9 days ago

Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED; Experience: 18 years of age or older; Basic knowledge of the principles of Child Development; Demonstrated ability to develop age appropriate exhibits...

Assistant Teacher (PreK)

  • Danbury, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 11 days ago

Requirements: Minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate and/or 12 Early Childhood Education Credits required. AA or BA preferred. Head Start or Preschool experience preferred....

El Tutor - Kindergarten Readiness

  • Montville, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • Montville, CT
  • 12 days ago

Openings as of 4/3/2025 El Tutor - Kindergarten Readiness JobID: 1827 Position Type: Tutors Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: Mohegan Date Available: 07/28/2025 Closing Date: 04/25/2025 MONTVILLE...

Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 12 days ago

Knowledge of Early Childhood Education, School Readiness and Connecticut Early Learning and Development standards. Warm and nurturing personality. Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus....

Library Media Specialist

  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 13 days ago

Library Media Specialist JobID: 2037 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Library Media Specialist Date Posted: 4/2/2025 Location: Scotland Elementary School Date Available: 08/20/2025...

Library Media Specialist (Anticipated)

  • Manchester, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 13 days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Library Media Specialist Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: Bowers Elementary School Date Available: 08/18/2025 Closing Date: Open until filled   ...

School Age Summer Support Staff

  • Ledyard, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Ledyard, CT
  • 14 days ago

If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons' policies, procedures and guidance...

Child Care Toddler Assistant Teacher

  • Avon, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Avon, CT
  • 14 days ago

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids!...

School Age Summer Support Staff

  • Mashantucket, CT
  • 15 days ago
  • Mashantucket, CT
  • 15 days ago

If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons policies, procedures and guidance...

Education Assistant (PCT, PCA, CNA, HHA, SPED) - School Program

  • Redding Ridge, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Redding Ridge, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you...

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Salary for Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Connecticut

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
7.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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