O*NET-SOC 25-9044.00

Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary

Assist faculty or other instructional staff in postsecondary institutions by performing instructional support activities, such as developing teaching materials, leading discussion groups, preparing and giving examinations, and grading examinations or papers.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Teach undergraduate-level courses.Core10965
Evaluate and grade examinations, assignments, or papers, and record grades.Core10956
Lead discussion sections, tutorials, or laboratory sections.Core10955
Develop teaching materials, such as syllabi, visual aids, answer keys, supplementary notes, or course Web sites.Core10967
Inform students of the procedures for completing and submitting class work, such as lab reports.Core10959
Return assignments to students in accordance with established deadlines.Core10957
Prepare or proctor examinations.Core10960
Tutor or mentor students who need additional instruction.Core20878
Complete laboratory projects prior to assigning them to students so that any needed modifications can be made.Supplemental10966
Provide assistance to faculty members or staff with laboratory or field research.Supplemental10968
Demonstrate use of laboratory equipment and enforce laboratory rules.Supplemental10964
Meet with supervisors to discuss students' grades or to complete required grade-related paperwork.Core10962
Schedule and maintain regular office hours to meet with students.Core10958
Order or obtain materials needed for classes.Core10971
Attend lectures given by the supervising instructor.Supplemental20879
Copy and distribute classroom materials.Core10963
Arrange for supervisors to conduct teaching observations and provide feedback about teaching performance.Supplemental20880
Provide instructors with assistance in the use of audiovisual equipment.Supplemental10972
Notify instructors of errors or problems with assignments.Core10961
Assist faculty members or staff with student conferences.Supplemental10973

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 21 examples in 12 categories, 10 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Graphics or photo imaging software

Adobe PhotoshopHot Technology

Computer based training software

Blackboard Learn
Course management system software
Desire2Learn LMS software
Learning management system LMS
Sakai CLE

Word processing software

Collaborative editing software
Google DocsHot Technology
Microsoft WordHot Technology

Information retrieval or search software

DOC Cop
iParadigms Turnitin

Electronic mail software

Email software
Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

IBM SPSS StatisticsHot Technology
SASHot Technology

Optical character reader OCR or scanning software

Image scanning software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

Structured query language SQLHot Technology

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Supervise school or student activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Evaluate training programs, instructors, or materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Prepare tests.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Evaluate student work.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Evaluate performance of educational staff.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Scheduling Work and Activities

Schedule instructional activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Documenting/Recording Information

Create technology-based learning materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
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Develop instructional materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Assist other educational professionals with projects or research.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.
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Training and Teaching Others

Tutor students who need extra assistance.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Teach classes in area of specialization.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Guide class discussions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Teach others to use technology or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise laboratory work.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise students on academic or career matters.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Advise others on educational matters.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Distribute instructional or library materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.