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Teaching is one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. As an educational assistant (paraprofessional), you can make a difference by working directly under the supervision of a licensed classroom teacher to implement teacher-created lesson plans. You will likely work with small groups of students in reading or math, as well as in one-on-one instructional settings. Some of the responsibilities you might have include tutoring in reading, writing, math, and science; implementing teacher-created plans during small-group learning center activities; and providing technical support in the classroom. 

Educational assistants/paraprofessionals are used in K-12 settings for reading, writing, and math in elementary, middle, and high school classrooms. You may work in the regular classroom or in a special education classroom with students who require additional support. The program covers the needs of special education students as well as the general population.

Please note: The Foundations of Teacher Education associate degree is an extension of the Educational Assistant technical diploma. The associate degree may require an additional practicum experience working with students in an educational setting to apply the skills learned. Graduates will create a professional educational portfolio.