It's my first week as a paraprofessional and I'm struggling like crazy, I'm like a chicken with my head cut off. I know I'm intimidated by the other educators who, I believe, have better ways and methods than I do and I'm constantly worrying each decision I make isn't good enough. I feel disconnected. I need reassurance, reminders of expectations of me, and how to feel confident in my decisions because I don't and I'm worried I'm a glass house. Everyone can see I'm struggling, unable to grasp the intuitiveness that I think paraprofessionals are supposed to have. I do love this job, I love helping my students, being involved in the class room but my confidence is on the floor. Btw, it's only day 3 for me as a first timer lol
Im a 16 year old student, and still in education. But I think if you remind yourself that it's okay to make mistakes, and that you are not being watched by everyone and being judged by your every slip up, you will find it much easier. If you are open to really learning about the job, asking questions, engaging with students, you can't go wrong. I'd say just enjoy it and treat it as a learning experience, not a constant test of your teaching ability. You can't put somebody down for trying..
Hey Kelsey, I am hoping things are going better for you. I completely understand the intimidation you can face by other staff and teachers demands can be tough at times. You just have to remember to breathe and take a walk like I said. Try to keep busy during your day, you will get there. IT may be surprising, but people are not judging you like you may think! They have all been there too on day 3. Try and reach out to some other Ea's they can really be there for you and relate. I'm so glad that you love the job and those students need you remember that! :D
1. being flexible adaptable from student needs 2. see the student needs and struggle 3. cool down, keeps positive and smiling attitude vibes 4. keep binders organize, schedule when match when science, get some stationary 5. stay neutral 6. ask those question 7. 8. take your break to get relaxed 9. 10 know your job, read and research
I grew up in special education classrooms , I remember teaching assistants/Paras had a huge impact on me in a positive way , they where always there for me no matter what , that’s why I want to be a para so I can make students feel like how I did
Loved your video! I am 2nd-5th grade Literacy Instructional Assistant. I work in small guided reading groups with my students and get them on grade level for reading. I love what I do! Keep the videos coming!
This is so helpful as I’m thinking of studying a certificate 4 in education support in Australia. I want to change my career form dental assisting and I have just started thinking about this career and feel like it would be a move in the right direction for me. I would love to see more videos based on a day in the life of a TA. This video is really motivating though. Thank you so much :)
Sameeeee here.....minimum 6 month course apparently, but it's a heck of a lot shorter than the 4 year course you need for pretty much any other teaching job in Australia...or at least in Vic as far as I know....but yeah, I've gone from warehousing to factories to events to trades industries, always wanted to be a teacher but never really knew how, but taking the first step now seeing how I go with education support hopefully 😜😜 Did you get to start studying yet btw?? 😊😊
@@soothingocean1667 all done and graduated a few months ago 😀 Working in a similar but different field though, great course as it offers you a few different careers to choose from 😀
I appreciate it this so much! Thank you. I am getting a lot of negative comments about wanting to go into early childhood/elementary education because it doesn’t pay well. Especially since I switched majors from nursing to education. You gave me so much hope it’s about doing what makes us happy!
I volunteered as an aide in highschool(helping teachers make copies etc). I have 7 years of childcare experience and am thinking of taking a teacher's aide specialist course so I can work with highschoolers. My heart is in the education field. I didn't follow my dream of becoming a teacher . I wish I would have listened to my heart and not what people said.
Ahh! I never followed my dreams of becoming a teacher either.. I totally understand. But! Being an EA really is the next best thing, a lot of times you feel like a teacher it's really cool! There is such a big difference working in highschools vs elementary. That's great that you already know where you want to go. I would say take the course! It sounds like you will be a great Teacher's aid!
Loved the video. Also one life hack I can recommend is get a landyard with your name on it and have a hand sanitizer and some fidgetes for the kidos. I also have whisle for when I go on duty so that all the little humans are kept safe. Also have the student(s) timetable and school bells on your landyard as a helpful reminder. I also volunteering with kindly - year 1.
Just got my first temp position for the year! Thank you for this little reminder. I am very student Centered and this video I enjoyed. I am going from Elementary to junior high. Will be a different transition for me and hoping my skills come through with new ones :)
I watched a ton of videos before my interview, so I had to go back through my history of videos to find your's to say thank you. I just felt that your suggestion to ask about school spirit and what the school does to involve the community made a huge impact in my interview. Thank you so much. You give real advice and are here for the right reasons. Thank you
I had an interview and I had to do a task. I struggled a bit with supporting the children with maths. There were words that I didn’t know 😅 did you ever struggle like that at first? Like, what the heck does this mean type of thing? I think I did well on the surface, but my brain was a bit frazzled supporting children with (simple) maths. But I think I struggled with going back and forth as the children needed hands on support, encouragement and guidance and I think it was a lot to balance for a first timer.
Hi ria ! I just got employed for TA and I'm scared 😱 I graduated h.s in 2014, so the fact that I'm supposed to teach and I don't remember things is scaring me. Plus I've been told kids are learning much advanced maths, is there anything you would recommend?? I should start next week
This was so helpful thank you! I’ve been working as a support in a care home environment where everything is supplied for me, and the way to teach the education plan has been methodically laid out by someone else. I’m starting as a EA at the end of the month in schools and this video was so helpful with what I may need!
I love teaching . Teaching is in my heart ❤️ I was a teacher in my back home . Although 15 years experience in this field.its a motivational video for me.
I want to be a teacher assistant but I do have a slow learning disability. I do worry about trying to be a teacher assistant because of my slow learning disability. It's been my dream to work with children since I was 7 years old.
I’ve heard all these horror stories since I considered studying as a TA. Teacher aides get abused by the kids AND the teachers and we stay back after our finishing time and don’t get paid etc, we get used to teach the entire class and we do all the bulk of the work for the teacher, it isn’t a secure job as it’s casual and not full time. I’m now really torn as I have heard a lot of cons and now I’m worried 😢
It's good that you did your research. Yes, it's not easy at all and there's just too many situations that vary from each country, city and province. IF you are supported by a union that is a huge bonus and they will help you out. Of course, you want to make sure that being a TA is the right fit for you in the end!
I tried the position as an educational assistant back in the winter of 2018. I felt like a duck out of water for the most part. I found I could hardly open my mouth, even to just tell a grade four class to keep it down, as the main teacher stepped out for a bit. There were days when I went to school and my dresses shirt was drenched from sweat as I guess I was pretty nervous about being their. One day I was made fun of as the main teacher stepped out for a bit, I knew I should have said something in my defence in a constructive manner but I just froze. After that I just cut out a lot of schools so I wouldn't get a call. At this point I came to the conclusion that it wasn't for me. It's been a couple years since I left the school system, the job I have now is becoming almost too physically demanding. I was thinking about going back to the school system as a substitute ea, what do you think I should do?
Hi Ron the thing that people often don’t realise before becoming a TA is that schools are rough, they were rough when I was growing up which actually is harder for the students to deal with than staff members. You can’t go into these environments expecting things to be like a walk in the park the job role needs a strong minded and strong willed individual to be fair but to also set boundaries. I hear many stories where TA’s say oh I was bullied at school but guess who is in control the TA and it’s our job to not allow that to happen in classrooms or outside of classrooms. Their are also behaviour courses that are around today that might help people to be more adaptable in these types of situations. At the end of the day if you want teachers or students to treat you as a pushover then yes you will be made fun of.
Hi I just found your channel amazing video!! I wanted to ask do you have any tips on being firm? I'm thinking of being a teacher assistant and I feel like I'm more on the soft side, I don't want the children taking advantage of my kindness, what advice would you give on this please?
Love the video. I want to be a teachings assistant. I’ve got my english but redoing my maths. I am not really good at maths & I am scared. I want to work with the year 1s - 3s So I know the maths will be basic.. can you please give me some advice on how the maths subject works as a TA
Hey! I feel like a lot of people will say that they aren't strong in math. Just remember, we don't get taught teacher's math. A lot of teachers will have answer guides that you can use or photo copy and that way you can always have that as a reference. But what I did was take notes on all of the lessons and I paid close attention. It is unlikely that you will have to help with the really difficult math. If you end up with 1s-3s you will be completely fine and their math is a lot of fun! Good luck!
Hi there, where I worked you're not supposed to be left alone with the class without the teacher but sometimes it happens if they are running late and one of the easiest things to do is to pull out a book to read to the class. You should always be able to add educational decor but it depends on how easy going the teacher is that you are working with lol
Hi Jasmeen, I live in Vancouver, Canada and I am interested in becoming a EA. However, I don't think I'll feel comfortable with EA positions could that would require personal care: dressing, toileting, feeding, lifting, transferring, seizure management of students. Like you mentioned, as a EA you have to be adaptable to different needs of that particular student. In your opinion, should i just not pursue EA as a career then ? Right now, i'm working in a after school care program at a private school. i love it ! i just play with the kids and i feel like a kid myself. of course the pay/benefits are nothing compared to a EA, but like you said, it can't be about the money. your feedback is appreciated
I have been in this position for almost 10 years. You can always get formal training. Schools actually love it if you quest to better yourself professionally. Try subbing to see what EA's do in the trenches. I am here in the US and the pay is piss poor for this line of work but I love it. You learn as you go. Everyone starts somewhere. :)
Yes! A few of my years were spent subbing and I felt like I gained experience fast! I totally understand the nerves with different people everyday, and the staff can definitely judge at times or not care as much as you're likely just there for a day. But! You just have to have the attitude that you just need to make it through the day. Be as friendly as you can, do not worry too much about being perfect or getting all of the students work done. As long as they are happy and safe! Be sure to leave a note at the end of your day to the person you are subbing for. The feedback is so important! Sometimes subbing will be more long term or a few weeks at a time. In the end, if you are really uncomfortable going back to one school , you could always call and discuss with your dispatch person, they are generally understanding. Good luck! And don't worry, most days are awesome! :)
I got a job offer as a teaching aide. I dont know if i should take it, if i still have doubts. All my life all ive know is fast food and currently working at Panda making 17hourly. Its a fairly easy job and management is very accommodating, but i dont know if ill like the aide job cause i dont know what im walking myslef into. Will i be able to handle the 7 and 1/2 hours daily and is 25000 yearly salary worth it. Any advice?
Wow you sure clean up a lot of my thinking about the caddy, the breaks, the notebook especially. I don’t know how I got off thinking if I have those things then I will be treat as a student. I will be carry around notebook because I will be assistant by a life coach. Its a separate issue.
I'm so glad I could help! A lot of the times you will sit in student's chairs or on the floor , you may participate in the theme days! It can be hard to not feel like a student but it will sure keep you young! And yes, anything you can carry with you on a day to day to stay organized. It's the best once you get a designated desk area and that way you can really set up your space!
just subscribed. i started an online course a few days ago and some of the subjects are pretty overwhelming. work experiencne is not needed to pass the course but to gain that valuable experience i have contacted the local school with all my information to get a more hands on approach. good video
Awesome, thank you! I would say to reach out to your instructor with any thing you find difficult. You could also ask other classmates. If you are trying your best, people will notice that. Luckily, it's not too long of a course, just focus and get through it. The job is definitely worth it! Yes, great idea! Schools could always use volunteer work and practicum work. That is where you will be able to see everything. Ask for a mentor of course and pick their brains with questions- that's where I learned tons! Thanks! Good luck!
Thank you so much for your feedback. I am planning on taking a EA course. I was wondering if you can recommend any books to kind of prepare me before I begin my course. Just to get a head start. Thank you
You're welcome! That's great.. go for it! I don't know any books in specific. But it would be great to get your first aid at some point. It would also be great to find child development books, tools on working with children with autism, classroom set up and tools for special needs. Just some ideas :)
Can somebody please answer this and help me out do paraprofessionals really move around from classroom to classroom that is a big deal to me because I like consistency and I would like to stay with my class I just want to know if every paraprofessional has to do that
I’m from the UK- I have a trial day at a special educational needs school as a TA, I don’t have experience with autistic children, and they are aware of this and if the trial day goes well I will have additional training. However I’m a bit in the dark and wanted to know if you had any tips and tricks to help me stay on track? 💜
Have you tried joining a teaching agency? I am in a similar boat, 3 years of a BA (Hons) in Early Years Education no less! And I also struggle to find permanent positions without experience. The agency could help get you into schools etc. and possibly a permanent role through starting off as supply/cover.
i have a zoom interview for instructional assistant position in a middle school, i know im great with kids (ive baby sat before) but ive never worked with them. my only prior work experience is retail and receptionist for a tax firm. im really nervous for this interview, im 19 and i really want to start working in the school district and soon go back to school to become a high school english teacher. i guess my question is, am i getting in over my head?
Did you get into the job? I’m 18 and thinking of becoming a TA as I got offered a position I also only had retail experience and fast food. But I’m nervous of accepting
@@kyralizvelazquez4361 i love this job so much! it took me a week or two to gain confidence in correcting the students behavior but once they get to know you and you learn how each teacher runs their class it gets easier, if you’re thinking about becoming a teacher this is a perfect way of learning what its like working in the classroom
Hi Jasmeen, cool video! I have a bit of a random question - I am currently running a research study to better understand the teacher assistant's perspective on student reporting. I would love to get your input on this - Would you maybe be open to having a chat?
As far as I know, this course has to be taken in person. Things may have changed though! Whatever school you would like to go with, just contact them and ask. The course is usually offered FT and PT if that may work better for you! Good luck :)
Auburn University Outreach online offers a teacher's aide specialist program. I am currently researching the program myself :) if you have any questions let me know!
Hi, i am training to become a teaching assistant. I was studying a degree to be a teacher but feell like it is too full on for me. could you please give me some advice. is there much career progression? can you get paid during holidays? x
As a teaching assistant you usually only get paid term time (in the UK this is 39 weeks per year, plus one week for Inset (training) days throughout the year) and any holiday pay you have accrued... so again, in the UK this is approx 28 days. I don't know how this varies in different countries though?
It was from Walmart! Unfortunately, the zipper broke on it. I would check on Amazon. Like I mentioned, it's so good to stay organized but you don't need to spend a whole lot on your materials :)
The gaslighting that happens to patas is so unhealthy. The inconsistency of so many teachers and their expectations changing on their mood is such a toxic environment.
Thanks for this video!!!, I'm thinking about taking the EA course here in Alberta Canada. I'm just waiting on the email that says I'm a accepted. How would you apply to be an EA? Do you apply through the school or multiple schools to be able to go where your needed?.
That's great! I hope it works out for you. You would apply to each district meaning each city and then they will most likely start you out as a sub so you get used to all the different schools. Within a year ( atleast out here) you would probably have a permanent position.
Please be committed to your job. Don’t take every other Friday to go to Disneyland or Mondays because your hungover. When you take off and we’re short staffed, the rest of us have to cover for you. Our one on one students are losing their mandated minutes and the school district can be sued because we’re out of compliance.
It's my first week as a paraprofessional and I'm struggling like crazy, I'm like a chicken with my head cut off. I know I'm intimidated by the other educators who, I believe, have better ways and methods than I do and I'm constantly worrying each decision I make isn't good enough. I feel disconnected. I need reassurance, reminders of expectations of me, and how to feel confident in my decisions because I don't and I'm worried I'm a glass house. Everyone can see I'm struggling, unable to grasp the intuitiveness that I think paraprofessionals are supposed to have. I do love this job, I love helping my students, being involved in the class room but my confidence is on the floor. Btw, it's only day 3 for me as a first timer lol
Im a 16 year old student, and still in education. But I think if you remind yourself that it's okay to make mistakes, and that you are not being watched by everyone and being judged by your every slip up, you will find it much easier. If you are open to really learning about the job, asking questions, engaging with students, you can't go wrong. I'd say just enjoy it and treat it as a learning experience, not a constant test of your teaching ability. You can't put somebody down for trying..
Only thing you can control is yourself so go find out why you feel the way you do - also you’re new don’t compare yourself to others…
@@StuartFuckingLittle That is such great feedback! So true, being so new there's so much to learn. No one is judging.. we all do make mistakes!
@@NYCWendy1 Yes! Comparing yourself to others is something you just can't do. Everyone picks up on things at their own pace and finds their own ways!
Hey Kelsey, I am hoping things are going better for you. I completely understand the intimidation you can face by other staff and teachers demands can be tough at times. You just have to remember to breathe and take a walk like I said. Try to keep busy during your day, you will get there. IT may be surprising, but people are not judging you like you may think! They have all been there too on day 3. Try and reach out to some other Ea's they can really be there for you and relate. I'm so glad that you love the job and those students need you remember that! :D
1. being flexible adaptable from student needs
2. see the student needs and struggle
3. cool down, keeps positive and smiling attitude vibes
4. keep binders organize, schedule when match when science, get some stationary
5. stay neutral
6. ask those question
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8. take your break to get relaxed
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10 know your job, read and research
I grew up in special education classrooms , I remember teaching assistants/Paras had a huge impact on me in a positive way , they where always there for me no matter what , that’s why I want to be a para so I can make students feel like how I did
Loved your video! I am 2nd-5th grade Literacy Instructional Assistant. I work in small guided reading groups with my students and get them on grade level for reading. I love what I do! Keep the videos coming!
Thank you so much! There will be a part 2 to this video coming up soon :)
@@jasmeencomedy I can't wait to see part two 😊
I like how you're explaining and the calmness of your voice
Thanks, I appreciate it :)
This is so helpful as I’m thinking of studying a certificate 4 in education support in Australia. I want to change my career form dental assisting and I have just started thinking about this career and feel like it would be a move in the right direction for me. I would love to see more videos based on a day in the life of a TA. This video is really motivating though. Thank you so much :)
You're so welcome! I wish you all the best in your new career change :)
Sameeeee here.....minimum 6 month course apparently, but it's a heck of a lot shorter than the 4 year course you need for pretty much any other teaching job in Australia...or at least in Vic as far as I know....but yeah, I've gone from warehousing to factories to events to trades industries, always wanted to be a teacher but never really knew how, but taking the first step now seeing how I go with education support hopefully 😜😜
Did you get to start studying yet btw?? 😊😊
@@TeamDeXtreme ..hye did u start
@@soothingocean1667 all done and graduated a few months ago 😀 Working in a similar but different field though, great course as it offers you a few different careers to choose from 😀
Hi Sally i was thinking of doing dental assisting, is it stressful?
One of the best videos I’ve seen regarding being a paraprofessional. It’s helping a lot with my new career researching haha. Thank you
Also, are you still a teachers assistant?
Aweee I love this video 🥰 I just got hired as a HeadStart Teacher assistant 💕 wish me luck !
I will start to work on Monday! How was your experience so far????
I have an interview with my local headstart next week
Aww me too!! Starting in august!! Good luck 🍀
I got the job with another school
I just got hired as a TA for my local daycare!!❤️ I am sooo excited
I appreciate it this so much! Thank you. I am getting a lot of negative comments about wanting to go into early childhood/elementary education because it doesn’t pay well. Especially since I switched majors from nursing to education. You gave me so much hope it’s about doing what makes us happy!
I volunteered as an aide in highschool(helping teachers make copies etc). I have 7 years of childcare experience and am thinking of taking a teacher's aide specialist course so I can work with highschoolers. My heart is in the education field. I didn't follow my dream of becoming a teacher . I wish I would have listened to my heart and not what people said.
Ahh! I never followed my dreams of becoming a teacher either.. I totally understand. But! Being an EA really is the next best thing, a lot of times you feel like a teacher it's really cool! There is such a big difference working in highschools vs elementary. That's great that you already know where you want to go. I would say take the course! It sounds like you will be a great Teacher's aid!
Loved the video.
Also one life hack I can recommend is get a landyard with your name on it and have a hand sanitizer and some fidgetes for the kidos.
I also have whisle for when I go on duty so that all the little humans are kept safe.
Also have the student(s) timetable and school bells on your landyard as a helpful reminder.
I also volunteering with kindly - year 1.
your comment is really helpful to me, thanks heaps!
Just got my first temp position for the year! Thank you for this little reminder.
I am very student Centered and this video I enjoyed.
I am going from Elementary to junior high.
Will be a different transition for me and hoping my skills come through with new ones :)
I watched a ton of videos before my interview, so I had to go back through my history of videos to find your's to say thank you. I just felt that your suggestion to ask about school spirit and what the school does to involve the community made a huge impact in my interview. Thank you so much. You give real advice and are here for the right reasons. Thank you
I had an interview and I had to do a task. I struggled a bit with supporting the children with maths. There were words that I didn’t know 😅 did you ever struggle like that at first? Like, what the heck does this mean type of thing?
I think I did well on the surface, but my brain was a bit frazzled supporting children with (simple) maths. But I think I struggled with going back and forth as the children needed hands on support, encouragement and guidance and I think it was a lot to balance for a first timer.
Hi ria ! I just got employed for TA and I'm scared 😱 I graduated h.s in 2014, so the fact that I'm supposed to teach and I don't remember things is scaring me. Plus I've been told kids are learning much advanced maths, is there anything you would recommend?? I should start next week
This was so helpful thank you! I’ve been working as a support in a care home environment where everything is supplied for me, and the way to teach the education plan has been methodically laid out by someone else. I’m starting as a EA at the end of the month in schools and this video was so helpful with what I may need!
I'm so glad to hear that this video was so helpful for you! I wish you the best of luck in your career :)
We are the biggest School system in the USA, we are called Classroom Asst, Personal Asst, Parpro, and also an Aide.
This was really helpful! I start working soon yay! super excited 💕💕
That's so amazing to hear! Happy for you :)
Same here.
I love teaching . Teaching is in my heart ❤️ I was a teacher in my back home . Although 15 years experience in this field.its a motivational video for me.
Hi.!!! I have been a Paraprofessional for 2 years before the pandemic it was very hard but Rewarding. You video is very accurate. !!!!
I have a job interview for Bilingual TA tomorrow, thanks for sharing your experience!
I want to be a teacher assistant but I do have a slow learning disability. I do worry about trying to be a teacher assistant because of my slow learning disability. It's been my dream to work with children since I was 7 years old.
@a&c creations go for it. I have the same exact problem and I just got hired. You can do it ❤️
@@Just_Keisha Thank you! Congratulations! ❤
I’ve heard all these horror stories since I considered studying as a TA. Teacher aides get abused by the kids AND the teachers and we stay back after our finishing time and don’t get paid etc, we get used to teach the entire class and we do all the bulk of the work for the teacher, it isn’t a secure job as it’s casual and not full time. I’m now really torn as I have heard a lot of cons and now I’m worried 😢
It's good that you did your research. Yes, it's not easy at all and there's just too many situations that vary from each country, city and province. IF you are supported by a union that is a huge bonus and they will help you out. Of course, you want to make sure that being a TA is the right fit for you in the end!
Teachers too get the abuse from the students. But by the video here I won’t get the abuse from teachers and administrators.
You’re an inspiration! Thank you so much for this video 💕
Awh thanks! Im happy you liked it :)
I tried the position as an educational assistant back in the winter of 2018. I felt like a duck out of water for the most part. I found I could hardly open my mouth, even to just tell a grade four class to keep it down, as the main teacher stepped out for a bit. There were days when I went to school and my dresses shirt was drenched from sweat as I guess I was pretty nervous about being their. One day I was made fun of as the main teacher stepped out for a bit, I knew I should have said something in my defence in a constructive manner but I just froze. After that I just cut out a lot of schools so I wouldn't get a call. At this point I came to the conclusion that it wasn't for me. It's been a couple years since I left the school system, the job I have now is becoming almost too physically demanding. I was thinking about going back to the school system as a substitute ea, what do you think I should do?
Hi Ron the thing that people often don’t realise before becoming a TA is that schools are rough, they were rough when I was growing up which actually is harder for the students to deal with than staff members. You can’t go into these environments expecting things to be like a walk in the park the job role needs a strong minded and strong willed individual to be fair but to also set boundaries. I hear many stories where TA’s say oh I was bullied at school but guess who is in control the TA and it’s our job to not allow that to happen in classrooms or outside of classrooms. Their are also behaviour courses that are around today that might help people to be more adaptable in these types of situations. At the end of the day if you want teachers or students to treat you as a pushover then yes you will be made fun of.
Thanks for the feedback! I really appreciate it!
Hi I just found your channel amazing video!! I wanted to ask do you have any tips on being firm? I'm thinking of being a teacher assistant and I feel like I'm more on the soft side, I don't want the children taking advantage of my kindness, what advice would you give on this please?
This was sooooo helpful 🙏🏼❤️❤️❤️ thanks soooo much for sharing
Im 16 becoming a full time teacher assistant in September this video is so useful tysm
This is so informative and fun !!!!! LOVE ITT !!!! defs wanna see more content
Aw, thank you so much! Yes! I want to get new content up asap :)
I figured it would be handing out papers. I am taking the test Aug. 23rd and checked out a book at the library to study.
If u work at a school, do you get paid in the summer????????
Love this video ❤️ It’s my first official day tomorrow…🤗
Points and 2, yes, yes, YES!
Love the video. I want to be a teachings assistant. I’ve got my english but redoing my maths. I am not really good at maths & I am scared. I want to work with the year 1s - 3s So I know the maths will be basic.. can you please give me some advice on how the maths subject works as a TA
Hey! I feel like a lot of people will say that they aren't strong in math. Just remember, we don't get taught teacher's math. A lot of teachers will have answer guides that you can use or photo copy and that way you can always have that as a reference. But what I did was take notes on all of the lessons and I paid close attention. It is unlikely that you will have to help with the really difficult math. If you end up with 1s-3s you will be completely fine and their math is a lot of fun! Good luck!
Hi,
Should we try to teach the children when teacher is not there? Or try to add educational decor to keep the room more lively?
Hi there, where I worked you're not supposed to be left alone with the class without the teacher but sometimes it happens if they are running late and one of the easiest things to do is to pull out a book to read to the class. You should always be able to add educational decor but it depends on how easy going the teacher is that you are working with lol
Hi Jasmeen, I live in Vancouver, Canada and I am interested in becoming a EA. However, I don't think I'll feel comfortable with EA positions could that would require personal care: dressing, toileting, feeding, lifting, transferring, seizure management
of students. Like you mentioned, as a EA you have to be adaptable to different needs of that particular student. In your opinion, should i just not pursue EA as a career then ? Right now, i'm working in a after school care program at a private school. i love it ! i just play with the kids and i feel like a kid myself. of course the pay/benefits are nothing compared to a EA, but like you said, it can't be about the money. your feedback is appreciated
I have been in this position for almost 10 years. You can always get formal training. Schools actually love it if you quest to better yourself professionally. Try subbing to see what EA's do in the trenches. I am here in the US and the pay is piss poor for this line of work but I love it. You learn as you go. Everyone starts somewhere. :)
very nice and informative vedio. thank you. it helps me alot.
Love this video! I’m in college for being a special education paraeducator.
Thank you! That's amazing!
Hi what questions they ask in TA interview, please make a video on it💞
i’m going to be a teacher aide for school age kid at a day care , i’m so excited this can help ,
Wow, that's exciting! I hope you are liking your new position :)
@@jasmeencomedy it was cool but i don’t work there no more
Hi my name is aja and this video has helped me be ready for any job that comes my way iam kinda nervous but I think I can be ready It comes my way
I'm so glad the video helped! It is totally normal to be nervous at first, good luck
Have you ever subbed as an EA? Im nervous about what to do and what to expect as a sub, like how do I navigate a new school all the time
Yes! A few of my years were spent subbing and I felt like I gained experience fast! I totally understand the nerves with different people everyday, and the staff can definitely judge at times or not care as much as you're likely just there for a day. But! You just have to have the attitude that you just need to make it through the day. Be as friendly as you can, do not worry too much about being perfect or getting all of the students work done. As long as they are happy and safe! Be sure to leave a note at the end of your day to the person you are subbing for. The feedback is so important! Sometimes subbing will be more long term or a few weeks at a time. In the end, if you are really uncomfortable going back to one school , you could always call and discuss with your dispatch person, they are generally understanding. Good luck! And don't worry, most days are awesome! :)
Here in the US we are called Paraprofessional. Thank you for the tips. It was great advice.
Thanks, I learned something new! You're more than welcome :)
I got a job offer as a teaching aide. I dont know if i should take it, if i still have doubts. All my life all ive know is fast food and currently working at Panda making 17hourly. Its a fairly easy job and management is very accommodating, but i dont know if ill like the aide job cause i dont know what im walking myslef into. Will i be able to handle the 7 and 1/2 hours daily and is 25000 yearly salary worth it. Any advice?
i started it seems pretty chill
Wow you sure clean up a lot of my thinking about the caddy, the breaks, the notebook especially. I don’t know how I got off thinking if I have those things then I will be treat as a student. I will be carry around notebook because I will be assistant by a life coach. Its a separate issue.
I'm so glad I could help! A lot of the times you will sit in student's chairs or on the floor , you may participate in the theme days! It can be hard to not feel like a student but it will sure keep you young! And yes, anything you can carry with you on a day to day to stay organized. It's the best once you get a designated desk area and that way you can really set up your space!
Thank you for sharing this! Where is your work bag from??
Not a problem! It's from Walmart and it was $29 :)
just subscribed. i started an online course a few days ago and some of the subjects are pretty overwhelming. work experiencne is not needed to pass the course but to gain that valuable experience i have contacted the local school with all my information to get a more hands on approach. good video
Awesome, thank you! I would say to reach out to your instructor with any thing you find difficult. You could also ask other classmates. If you are trying your best, people will notice that. Luckily, it's not too long of a course, just focus and get through it. The job is definitely worth it! Yes, great idea! Schools could always use volunteer work and practicum work. That is where you will be able to see everything. Ask for a mentor of course and pick their brains with questions- that's where I learned tons! Thanks! Good luck!
Thanks very much
Thank you so much for your feedback. I am planning on taking a EA course. I was wondering if you can recommend any books to kind of prepare me before I begin my course. Just to get a head start. Thank you
You're welcome! That's great.. go for it! I don't know any books in specific. But it would be great to get your first aid at some point. It would also be great to find child development books, tools on working with children with autism, classroom set up and tools for special needs. Just some ideas :)
How good is your pay? Cuz paras get paid barely anything where im from
Thank you for sharing your experience!
You're so welcome! :)
this is so helpful thank you!!!
Glad to hear it :)
Ty for this vedio Iam planning to study again chid care and teacher aide,I want to change my job as a Assistant Nursing
Can somebody please answer this and help me out do paraprofessionals really move around from classroom to classroom that is a big deal to me because I like consistency and I would like to stay with my class I just want to know if every paraprofessional has to do that
No I am a kindergarten paraprofessional in Georgia. I am only in my class all day.
Hi can you put video education assistant practicum
Is it stressful?
I would like to know about only for pre-k teacher assistant thank you
Eva
You should be a teacher.
Very useful/tips thank you. What school did you take your program at.
Thanks!!
I’m from the UK- I have a trial day at a special educational needs school as a TA, I don’t have experience with autistic children, and they are aware of this and if the trial day goes well I will have additional training. However I’m a bit in the dark and wanted to know if you had any tips and tricks to help me stay on track? 💜
There will be a part 2 of this video coming out soon with more tips! :)
I have had my degree for 3 years & can never land a damn job at any school cause of my lack of experience. 🤬
What! That's ridiculous.. I am sorry to hear that :/
Have you tried joining a teaching agency? I am in a similar boat, 3 years of a BA (Hons) in Early Years Education no less! And I also struggle to find permanent positions without experience. The agency could help get you into schools etc. and possibly a permanent role through starting off as supply/cover.
i have a zoom interview for instructional assistant position in a middle school, i know im great with kids (ive baby sat before) but ive never worked with them. my only prior work experience is retail and receptionist for a tax firm. im really nervous for this interview, im 19 and i really want to start working in the school district and soon go back to school to become a high school english teacher. i guess my question is, am i getting in over my head?
Did you get into the job? I’m 18 and thinking of becoming a TA as I got offered a position I also only had retail experience and fast food. But I’m nervous of accepting
@@kyralizvelazquez4361 i love this job so much! it took me a week or two to gain confidence in correcting the students behavior but once they get to know you and you learn how each teacher runs their class it gets easier, if you’re thinking about becoming a teacher this is a perfect way of learning what its like working in the classroom
May I ask which fields can a teaching assistant change after unemployment please?
Hi Jasmeen, cool video! I have a bit of a random question - I am currently running a research study to better understand the teacher assistant's perspective on student reporting. I would love to get your input on this - Would you maybe be open to having a chat?
can I take some sort of online course to become a TA? Any suggestions?
As far as I know, this course has to be taken in person. Things may have changed though! Whatever school you would like to go with, just contact them and ask. The course is usually offered FT and PT if that may work better for you! Good luck :)
Auburn University Outreach online offers a teacher's aide specialist program. I am currently researching the program myself :) if you have any questions let me know!
@@TCJ24116 how did that go ? Currently trying to figure out where I wanna go and the best school for me
I just got hired as an assistant teacher
So good I’m trying to do be a early years teacher assistant. What grade shoul I finish and what course did you do?
Congratulations! I hope you're enjoying it :)
@@jasmeencomedy I am I love the kids I work with
Thank you!! 🥺💜
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Hi, i am training to become a teaching assistant. I was studying a degree to be a teacher but feell like it is too full on for me. could you please give me some advice. is there much career progression? can you get paid during holidays? x
As a teaching assistant you usually only get paid term time (in the UK this is 39 weeks per year, plus one week for Inset (training) days throughout the year) and any holiday pay you have accrued... so again, in the UK this is approx 28 days. I don't know how this varies in different countries though?
@@Norfolkgal22 Thank you for your feedback to help Elise out! :)
Is this the same as a para educator?
i'm wondering the same thing! i'm starting next week and i'm extremely nervous!!
@@itzelsan4942 hey, how is it going so far?
The pay is good? It’s 15-17 dollar to start. That’s not a good pay unfortunately.
Can I ask where you got that bag?
It was from Walmart! Unfortunately, the zipper broke on it. I would check on Amazon. Like I mentioned, it's so good to stay organized but you don't need to spend a whole lot on your materials :)
how much is the pay? Do they pay for holidays?
It really depends on where you live, working where I did in BC, Canada I made $26 per hour.
Hi mam
u r a TA?
The gaslighting that happens to patas is so unhealthy. The inconsistency of so many teachers and their expectations changing on their mood is such a toxic environment.
Very informative
The pay for an aide is low, why do you say it’s good? It’s hard to live on!
It depends on your school district and location.
Thanks for this video!!!, I'm thinking about taking the EA course here in Alberta Canada. I'm just waiting on the email that says I'm a accepted.
How would you apply to be an EA? Do you apply through the school or multiple schools to be able to go where your needed?.
That's great! I hope it works out for you. You would apply to each district meaning each city and then they will most likely start you out as a sub so you get used to all the different schools. Within a year ( atleast out here) you would probably have a permanent position.
The pay is low in my area, $10 an hour
That is definitely, I haven't ever heard of it being that low. Sorry to hear!
Might as well work in something else related to children. That’s so low…
Unless the experience is worth it for you
To ax for sharing
Of course!
Please be committed to your job. Don’t take every other Friday to go to Disneyland or Mondays because your hungover. When you take off and we’re short staffed, the rest of us have to cover for you. Our one on one students are losing their mandated minutes and the school district can be sued because we’re out of compliance.
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