Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Utah

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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SLC Instructional Paraprofessional

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 11 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 11 hours ago

Position Type: Paraprofessional/Instructional/Instructional Aide - Special Education Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Black Elementary Description: Please click the link to view the job...

Elementary Teacher Assistant

  • Bluffdale, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Bluffdale, UT
  • 1 day ago

Love working with children? Want a little extra income and an opportunity to work a similar schedule as your own children? North Star Academy, a free public charter school located in Bluffdale,...

Assistant Teacher

  • West Jordan, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • West Jordan, UT
  • 1 day ago

Complete extensive training on childcare, preschool and child development topics....

Lead ELA Teacher Assistant

  • South Weber, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • South Weber, UT
  • 2 days ago

A K-9 charter school located in South Weber, Utah, is now accepting applications for a Lead ELA Teacher Assistant for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. This position will be full-time at 32...

Elementary Teacher Assistant

  • South Weber, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • South Weber, UT
  • 2 days ago

A K-9 charter school located in South Weber, Utah, is now accepting applications for an Elementary Teacher Assistant for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. This position will be part-time at 29...

Lower School Teaching Assistant

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 5 days ago

The ideal candidate will have: Experience working with preschool or elementary age children in a school setting. Patience, energy, and physical stamina....

Early Childhood Cultural Teaching Assistant

  • Hill AFB, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Hill AFB, UT
  • 6 days ago

Early childhood teacher that can provide basic math, reading and writing, and Ilonggo dialect instruction to toddlers and small children Responsibilities Will provide instruction in basic math,...

Teaching Assistant

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 days ago

Challenger School is seeking enthusiastic, energetic individuals to be Extended Class teachers at our Utah campuses. As an Extended Class teacher, you will run a combination of before and after...

Part Time Title I Kindergarten Paraprofessional

  • Cedar City, UT
  • 12 days ago
  • Cedar City, UT
  • 12 days ago

Iron County School District has a vacancy for your consideration. Please find the details below. Part Time Title I Kindergarten Paraprofessional- North Elementary Apply Online Category: Part-Time...

On Call Preschool Teacher Assistant

  • Logan, UT
  • 18 days ago
  • Logan, UT
  • 18 days ago

BEAR RIVER HEAD START On Call Preschool Teacher Assistant in LOGAN , Utah This On Call Preschool Teacher Assistant position is a part time position, up to 30 hours a week, 12 months per year, and eligible...

PT - Museum Education Assistant - Union Station Division

  • Ogden, UT
  • 21 days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 21 days ago

This may include guides, self-guided tours, app experiences, web materials, and shareable lesson plans....

Assistant Teacher

  • Ogden, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 30+ days ago

If you are passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a positive impact on young learners, we encourage you to apply today!...

Preschool Assistant

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 28 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 28 days ago

Follows preschool professionalism policies (e.g. cell phones, dress code, tardiness, timeliness). Creates daily lesson plans from the GSD scope and sequence of Essential Preschool Skills (EPS)....

Library Media Specialist / Chrome Book S

  • Tooele, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tooele, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Tooele Junior High School Library Media Specialist / Chrome Book S in TOOELE , Utah *Library Media Specialist/Chrome Book Specialist * Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the...

Teacher Assistant

  • South Jordan, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • South Jordan, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Early Light Academy Teacher Assistant in SOUTH JORDAN , Utah A K-9 charter school located in South Jordan, is now accepting applications for a Teacher Assistant for the 2024-2025 school year. This...

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Utah 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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