Best institutions to study Teaching Assistants/Aides
Any teaching assistant/aide program not listed above.
6 U.S. institutions graduated 588 Teaching Assistants/Aides students in 2024–25 (IPEDS). It is CIP 13.1599, a specialization of Teaching Assistants/Aides (CIP 13.15), and leads most directly to the Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary occupation (BLS SOC 25-9044).
About Teaching Assistants/Aides programs
Any teaching assistant/aide program not listed above.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020).
The Teaching Assistants/Aides program offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience in educational settings, supporting teachers and enhancing the learning experience for students. This program is ideal for individuals interested in pursuing a career in education, particularly those who wish to assist in postsecondary teaching environments.
Students in this program develop essential skills such as reading comprehension, active listening, and critical thinking. They also gain knowledge in areas like education and training, psychology, and communication, preparing them to effectively support both educators and learners.
Credentials awarded
What Teaching Assistants/Aides graduates earned in 2024–25, by award level (IPEDS completions).
- Award of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year373 graduates / yr · 5 institutions63%
- Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years215 graduates / yr · 1 institution37%
Graduates over time
Teaching Assistants/Aides completions reported to IPEDS each year, all award levels combined.
| Year | Graduates |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 728 |
| 2022 | 751 |
| 2023 | 645 |
| 2024 | 1,322 |
| 2025 | 588 |
Top 6 institutions for Teaching Assistants/Aides, ranked by graduates
Graduates (IPEDS completions), 2024–25. Award levels show which credentials each institution confers in this specialization.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Field earnings* (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Derech Hachaim Seminary Monroe, NYPrivate not-for-profitAward of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 215 | 100% | $8,502 | — |
| 2 | Seminar L'moros Bais Yaakov Brooklyn, NYPrivate not-for-profitAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 185 | 54% | $16,201 | $22,920 |
| 3 | Associated Beth Rivkah Schools Brooklyn, NYPrivate not-for-profitAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 100 | 77% | $18,802 | $8,879 |
| 4 | Bnos Zion Of Bobov Seminary Brooklyn, NYPrivate not-for-profitAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 63 | 79% | $8,264 | — |
| 5 | Ohel Margulia Seminary Monsey, NYPrivate not-for-profitAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 13 | 100% | $8,985 | $16,837 |
| 6 | College of Southern Maryland La Plata, MDPublicAward of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year | 12 | 33% | — | — |
* Median earnings 1 year after graduation for the broader Teaching Assistants/Aides field (CIP 13.15) at these institutions; College Scorecard does not publish earnings at the 6-digit level.
Offered in 2 states
Where Teaching Assistants/Aides graduates come from. Each state links to all Teaching Assistants/Aides programs offered there.
| State | Institutions | Graduates / yr | Top institution by graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | 576 | Derech Hachaim Seminary215 / yr |
| Maryland | 1 | 12 | College of Southern Maryland12 / yr |
Careers & outlook
The payoff after graduation: occupation 25-9044, Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary, and its national outlook.
Graduates of the Teaching Assistants/Aides program can pursue careers as Postsecondary Teaching Assistants or in various educational support roles. The job outlook is promising, with an annual growth rate of 3.1% and approximately 24,600 annual openings. The median wage for this field is $44,930, typically requiring a Bachelor's degree.
Top-paying metros
Career pathways for CIP 13.1599
The occupations the NCES crosswalk maps this 6-digit code to, with BLS pay and 10-year outlook.
| Occupation | US median pay | Growth | Openings / yr | Typical entry education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Teaching Assistants, Postsecondaryprimary SOC 25-9044 | $42,910 | +3.1% About as fast as average | ~24,600 | Bachelor's degree |
Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other SOC 25-9099 | $50,890 | +1.5% Little or no change | ~12,500 | Bachelor's degree |
SOC 25-9042 | — | — | — | — |
SOC 25-9043 | — | — | — | — |
SOC 25-9049 | — | — | — | — |
Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed
- Education
- Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
- Experience
- Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience. For example, surgeons must complete four years of college and an additional five to seven years of specialized medical training to be able to do their job.
- Training
- Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.
Related careers
Skills & knowledge in Teaching Assistants/Aides programs
From the U.S. Dept. of Labor for the occupation this specialization most leads to.
Skills you'll build
Knowledge areas
Abilities that matter most
Day-to-day work activities
What graduates do on the job
- Teach undergraduate-level courses.
- Evaluate and grade examinations, assignments, or papers, and record grades.
- Lead discussion sections, tutorials, or laboratory sections.
- Develop teaching materials, such as syllabi, visual aids, answer keys, supplementary notes, or course Web sites.
- Inform students of the procedures for completing and submitting class work, such as lab reports.
- Return assignments to students in accordance with established deadlines.
Tools and technology used
Other Teaching Assistants/Aides specializations
The 2 other 6-digit CIP codes under Teaching Assistants/Aides (CIP 13.15).
Common questions
What is the duration of the program?+
The program awards credentials for at least 12 weeks but less than 1 academic year.
What skills will I develop?+
You will develop skills in reading comprehension, active listening, critical thinking, and more.
What careers can I pursue after this program?+
You can work as a Postsecondary Teaching Assistant or in various educational support roles.
What is the job outlook for teaching assistants?+
The job outlook is about as fast as average, with a growth rate of 3.1%.
What is the CIP code for Teaching Assistants/Aides?+
Teaching Assistants/Aides is CIP 13.1599 in the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020), a 6-digit specialization within Teaching Assistants/Aides (CIP 13.15). NCES defines it as: Any teaching assistant/aide program not listed above.
How many institutions offer Teaching Assistants/Aides programs?+
6 U.S. institutions reported Teaching Assistants/Aides graduates in IPEDS 2024–25, across 2 states, awarding 588 credentials in the year. That is 15.1% of all Teaching Assistants/Aides graduates.
How much do Teaching Assistants/Aides graduates earn?+
Earnings are not published at the 6-digit CIP level by any federal source. The Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary occupation, which Teaching Assistants/Aides most directly leads to, pays a median of $42,910 a year nationally (BLS OEWS May 2025), and graduates of the broader Teaching Assistants/Aides field report median earnings of $16,837 one year after graduation (College Scorecard).
About the data on this page
Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.
Program definitions are from the NCES Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 2020). Skills, knowledge, abilities, work activities, tools, and job zones are from the O*NET database by the U.S. Department of Labor, used under the CC BY 4.0 license.
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