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Average Early-Career Teacher Assistant Hourly Pay in Detroit, Michigan

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$12.30
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$9.96
MEDIAN
$12.30
90%
$17.62

The average hourly pay for a Teacher Assistant is $12.30 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$10 - $18
Total Pay
$21k - $36k
Based on 13 salary profiles (last updated Apr 24 2021)
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What Do Teacher Assistants Do?

Teacher Assistant Tasks
  • Supervise, tutor, and assist students individually and in small groups.
  • Maintain and update paperwork including student grades and progress.
  • 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.
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Common Health Benefits for a Teacher Assistant

Medical
50%
Dental
50%
Vision
50%
None
38%

Gender Breakdown for Teacher Assistants

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Teacher Assistants

What is the highest pay for Teacher Assistants in Detroit?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Teacher Assistant in Detroit is $17.62 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Teacher Assistants in Detroit?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Teacher Assistant in Detroit is $9.96 / 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.

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