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Teaching Assistant Resume Example

A teaching assistant works beside the teacher and with the children who need extra help. This example shows daily support, a small-group result and training, with no details that identify any child.

Early career · Last reviewed 4 November 2026 · 1 min read · How we write these

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A made-up resume. The person, the employers and every number are invented, and any resemblance to a real one is chance.

Why this example works

The reading group result is specific, small and honest for a support role.
Weekly notes and planning meetings show the assistant works as part of a team.
Short-term cover shows the school trusts this person with a class.
The volunteer role explains how the person began and adds a second school setting.

How to write your own teaching assistant resume

Describe the support you give, such as reading groups, timetables or one-to-one help.
Show progress for a small group, without names or details that could identify a child.
Put safeguarding training on the resume so the school sees it early.
Mention any cover or leading of activities, since it shows trust.
Name the age group you work with and the class size.
Volunteer time counts. Write it with dates and tasks like a paid job.

Skills worth including

Classroom support

Small-group reading, Behavior support, Visual timetables, Resource preparation, Progress notes

Care and safety

Safeguarding, Playground supervision, Working with parents, First aid awareness

Only list what is true for you. A skill you cannot talk about in an interview does not help.

Common questions

Which qualifications do schools usually ask for?

Requirements differ by school and country. A course in education or childcare helps, and volunteer time in a school is a strong start.

How do I show progress without naming a child?

Use group figures, such as three of four children reaching the expected level, and describe the method you used.

Does school volunteering count towards a first job?

List it with dates, the age group and your tasks. Add training and a short line about what you learned.