▼18%
$14.79
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$7.21
MEDIAN
$14.79
90%
$25.21
The average hourly pay for a Teaching Assistant (TA) is $14.79 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$7 - $25
Bonus
$0 - $800
Total Pay
$15k - $47k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Teaching Assistant (TA)s?
What Do Teaching Assistant (TA)s Do?
Teaching Assistant (TA) Tasks
- Teach courses to reach curriculum objectives.
- Attend trainings, meetings and functions for the organization.
- Address behavioral problems, identify discipline issues and create a learning environment.
- Adapt and design activities, assignments, lectures and course plans.
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Common Health Benefits for a Teaching Assistant (TA)
Medical
62%
Dental
62%
Vision
54%
None
38%
Gender Breakdown for Teaching Assistant (TA)s
Female
92.3%
Male
7.7%
This data is based on 13 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Teaching Assistant (TA)s
What is the highest pay for Teaching Assistant (TA)s?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Teaching Assistant (TA) is $25.21 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Teaching Assistant (TA)s?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Teaching Assistant (TA) is $7.21 / hour
How can Teaching Assistant (TA)s increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Teaching Assistant (TA) 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 Teaching Assistant (TA) that oversees more junior Teaching Assistant (TA)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.