Teaching Assistants for hire in Jackson, MS

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    1,936

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills13%
    Organizational Skills11%
    Time Management9%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED37%
    Associate's degree27%
    Bachelor's degree24%
  • Years of experience

    Less than 1 year2%
    3-5 years14%
    6-10 years24%
  • Current company

    Jackson State University
    Madison County Schools
    All About You Home Care
  • Time at current job

    Less than 1 year19%
    1-2 years32%
    2-5 years24%

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Last updated: Jul 19, 2026

Teaching Assistant: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Jackson, MS: $23,375 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $20,809$26,256 yearly

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  • Amazon Flex Driver

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    QMHP CertificationQIDP CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantCPR

    Skills

    Personal Assistant ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAssistant Manager Experience
  • PCA/Caregiver

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRCPACNA

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceAssistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational Skills
  • Administrative Assistant

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Notary PublicPMPCertified Project ManagerDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CConfidential Clearance

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsStrategic PlanningCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Outlook CalendarTime Management
  • Teacher Assistant

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DHealth Insurance LicenseChild Development Associate CertificationACI CertificationEngineer in TrainingSubstitute Teaching Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsPublic SpeakingPresentation SkillsTime ManagementSupervising Experience
  • Daycare Worker\ Volunteer

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLGuard CardTeaching CertificationClass D SecurityLeadershipChild Development Teacher Permit

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with AutismLeadershipSupervising ExperienceHeavy Lifting
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

    Jackson, Mississippi

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAClass DCPIFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing Assistant

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingExperience Working with Individuals with AutismTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis Skills

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What's the average time to fill a teaching assistant role?

The average time to fill a teaching assistant role is 118 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do teaching assistants tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a teaching assistant include: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for a teaching assistant?

Common licenses or certifications for teaching assistants include: Driver's License, CPR and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to teaching assistants?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to teaching assistants include: teacher assistant, administrative assistant and personal care assistant (pca).

What level of education is common for a teaching assistant?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a teaching assistant in Jackson, MS, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a teaching assistant?

Most teaching assistants have 22 years of professional experience.

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