▼7%
C$20.35
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
10%
CA$15.33
MEDIAN
CA$20.35
90%
CA$28.38
The average hourly pay for a Teacher Assistant is C$20.35 in 2025
Hourly Rate
C$15 - C$28
Bonus
C$0 - C$100
Total Pay
C$31k - C$60k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Teacher Assistants?
What Do Teacher Assistants Do?
Teacher Assistant Tasks
- Plan instruction, including creation of lesson plans, modification of schedules, bibliography, or chart creation, and outlines of goals.
- Enforce rules, policies, and appropriate behaviors for different settings.
- Supervise, tutor, and assist students individually and in small groups.
- Maintain and update paperwork including student grades and progress.
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Common Health Benefits for a Teacher Assistant
Medical
45%
Dental
36%
Vision
36%
None
55%
Gender Breakdown for Teacher Assistants
Female
100.0%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Teacher Assistants
What is the highest pay for Teacher Assistants in Calgary?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Teacher Assistant in Calgary is CA$28.38 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Teacher Assistants in Calgary?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Teacher Assistant in Calgary is CA$15.33 / hour
How can Teacher Assistants increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Teacher Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Teacher Assistant that oversees more junior Teacher Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.