How do you become a teacher's aide in Texas?
Question:
How do you become a teacher's aide in Texas?
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Answer:
In Texas, there are three levels of teachers' aides or educational aides, and they each have their own requirements.
Educational Aide I
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Have work experience involving students and parents (youth camps, private schools, daycare, etc.)
Educational Aide II
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Have work experience involving students and parents
- Have one of the following --
- Two years of experience as an Educational Aide I
- 15 or more semester college credit hours in areas related to child growth and development
- Aptitude in a specialized skill area as defined by a school district
Educational Aide III
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Have work experience involving students and parents
- Have one of the following --
- Three years of experience as an Educational Aide I or II
- 30 or more semester college credit hours in areas related to child growth and development
Additionally, to get an Educational Aide certificate, you have to first be employed at a school district.
For more information about certification for teachers' aides, check out this article: Texas Teacher Aide Certification
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