Teacher Assistant pay ranges from 14,000 to 22,000. How much should I ask for?

Question

I have a B.A. and over 2 years of volunteer experience as a teacher assistant.

Answer 1

starting out you would start at low end of scale and work up to the high end.

Answer 2

In my state it is not what you ask for but what they give . There is a pay scale which is followed and periodically there are contractual increases.

Answer 3

If 22 is the max you can get, I'd get a different job.  $11/hour? I make more than that by data entry.

Answer 4

I actually just got a teaching assistant position.  However, it was not my first choice- I was looking for a teaching job but evidently they are hard to come by in my area.  I am pretty sure that teaching assistants pay, just like teachers pay, goes by a pay scale based on experience.  Good luck with your job!  I know that I am excited to get some experience and have fun!