Become a valued part of classroom instruction and make a difference in students lives as a Teacher Assistant. If you’ve always wanted to be a teacher and couldn’t find the time while juggling life and other responsibilities, this is the perfect program for you. In six short months you’ll be in a classroom helping students in your new career.
Work with students alongside supportive instructors.
Certification: National Career Readiness Certificate and ETS ParaPro
Dates: 9/8/2026 to 11/12/2026
Cost: $959 (includes text books, materials, and certification exam cost)
Format: Traditional
Location: ThompsonM-TEC Main Campus
Program Courses/Schedule:
- ETS ParaPro Prep: $507 (9/8/2026 - 10/15/2026, T/TH 9.00am-11.00am)
- Teaching Techniques: $239 (9/16/2026 - 10/29/2026, T/TH 11.00am-12.00pm)
- Foundations of Teaching: $213 (11/3/2026 - 11/12/2026, T/TH 9.00am-12.00pm)
To secure your spot in the program, a $100 non-refundable deposit is required. This deposit will be credited toward the tuition for your first class. You don’t need to pay for the entire program upfront; you can pay per class. However, each class must be paid in full at least two weeks before its start date.