What is an instructional aide?

An instructional aide, also known as a teacher assistant or teacher's aide, performs various duties to help a teacher complete tasks in the classroom. Instructional aides work at various levels of the educational system, from elementary schools through university, and the job duties vary depending on the grade level. read more

Instructional assistants are invaluable assets to teachers from preschool through high school and in community education programs. Depending on the district and level, the educational requirements for the job vary from a high school diploma to an associate degree. read more

Still, the IA is an integral part of the educational team because he or she provides the support a teacher needs to maximize instructional time. A Day in the Life Most instructional assistants work on a six-hour schedule. read more