Educational assistant

The skills and strategies you'll need as a teacher's assistantThere are many different types of teaching assistant positions, ranging from kindergarten assistants to high school special education assistants to college TAs. Your...

Find 10 top tips for Teaching Assistants and HLTAs for teaching every key stage at this Twinkl blog. Keep reading to find out our top tips for working as a Supply teacher or Teaching Assistant, very often known for their flexibility and ability to adapt to the many different classrooms that they may find themselves in!

Top tips for becoming a teaching assistant, including the dos and don’ts. Know your role Your main job role is supporting students who need assistance. This could be underachieving students, students with behavioural issues or pupils with Special Educational Needs. You should be aware of the policies and procedures, including safeguarding, behaviour and personal

The Unique Impact of a 1:1 SEN TA in Mainstream Schools The role of a 1:1 Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant (TA) in a mainstream school is a profoundly impactful calling. It’s about far more than just assisting; it’s about becoming a vital bridge that enables students with diverse learning needs to access education, ... Read more The post Essential Guide to Being a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant in Mainstream Schools appeared first on Special Education and Inclusive L...

How We Do It: AAC Training for Educational Assistants

Teaching Assistants thrive on adapting to suit the needs of each child and situation, with the ultimate goal of supporting their learning and development. Have you ever considered working as a Teaching Assistant on supply? Read on to find out what it means to be a Teaching Assistant.

Certified Teacher Aide vs. Teaching Assistant Teacher’s aides and teaching assistants play crucial roles in the education system, providing... The post Certified Teacher Aide or Teaching Assistant: What’s the Difference? appeared first on Special Education and Inclusive Learning.

Now as the new school year begins, Twinkl is here to make sure you, as a Teaching Assistant, feel prepared for a new school year. Here are ten of our teaching assistant essentials!

Written by Catherine, an experienced teacher and teaching assistant, these 10 teaching assistant tips are great to help anyone new to the early years teaching assistant role, those returning to the classroom after a break, or even teaching assistants moving to a new school. 👩‍🏫💡 Empower yourself to create a positive learning environment! #teacherassistant #tas #teacheradvice #transitioningschools

Teacher assistant tips: Here are 10 tips for working effectively with a teacher's aide in your elementary classroom.

Here at Twinkl, we strive to enable our Teaching Assistants, LSA and HLTA community to feel prepared for anything. This Teaching Assistant Organisation Toolkit aims to help teaching assistants to stay organised throughout the school year. It contains a wide range of TA-specific organisation templates that aim to help TAs organise their records, note-taking and CPD opportunities.

SMART goals are a goal-setting framework that can help you to stick to your goals and get the most out of them. In this guide we'll explain how you can use

At Twinkl our mission is to ensure all Teaching Assistants, Learning support assistants and HLTAs feel positive, valued and proud of their role in school, so as a reminder to us all, here are 101 reasons to love your job as a Teaching Assistant!

Looking to boost your classroom support skills? Check out this ultimate Teaching Assistant Toolkit! Packed with practical tips, engaging activities, and essential resources, it’s designed to help you excel in your role and make a positive impact. From behavior management strategies to creative lesson ideas, this toolkit has everything you need to support students and teachers effectively! 📚✨ #TeachingAssistantToolkit #TATips #ClassroomSuccess

Being a SEND teaching assistant is no easy role. Our posters offers 7 tips that we've collected from the lovely teaching community, to help TAs in their role. Sign up to Twinkl to download and find lots more helpful teaching resources. #teachingassistants #teaching #inclusion

Perfect for special education teachers, this post explores quick tips and strategies for setting teacher assistants, parapros, and instructional assistants up for a great year! Making job expectations and duties known through a TA Manual, establishing clear communication, desk ideas to give them space, and ways to show appreciation - this blog post covers it all!

Enhance your special education classroom with effective strategies for working with teaching assistants. This blog post provides special education teachers with practical tips for building strong, collaborative relationships with TAs, ensuring a supportive learning environment for all students. #SpecialEducation #TeachingAssistants #ClassroomSupport