25-9044.00

Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary

Assist faculty or other instructional staff in postsecondary institutions by performing instructional support activities, such as developing teaching materials, leading discussion groups, preparing and giving examinations, and grading examinations or papers.

2.5OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

Your job is remarkably safe from AI

Safer than 25% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 50% probability of automation for this role
paper →
25%
of jobs safer
763
jobs riskier than this
+3.1%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Human-Centric

This occupation relies heavily on human judgment, empathy, creativity, or physical dexterity that remains beyond current AI capabilities.

AI grading tools and automated quiz generation reduce routine assessment work that teaching assistants often perform, and LLM-powered tutoring bots provide 24/7 student support for common questions. Facilitating discussion sections, providing mentorship to struggling students, managing lab sessions with physical materials, and supporting dissertation students require human engagement and subject-matter expertise. Through 2027 AI will compress demand for TAs doing routine grading but increase the value of TAs who provide mentorship and hands-on instruction that AI cannot replicate.

Augmented byAI augmentation tools

Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$44,930
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+3.1%
As fast as average
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Job Zone 5 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Critical Thinking80%
Active Learning75%
Complex Problem Solving78%
Judgment and Decision Making82%
Reading Comprehension72%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →