JOB REPORT / 25-9044 · 20 TASKS

Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary.

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Evaluate and grade examinations, assignments, or papers, and record…
Inform students of the procedures for completing and submitting…
Notify instructors of errors or problems with assignments

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18 of 20 tasks reviewed

This job has 20 core tasks. We went through 18 of them, one at a time.

Task by task, from the work Teaching Assistants, Postsecondaries actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.

TASK 01
Evaluate and grade examinations, assignments, or papers, and record grades.
AI DOES
Scores multiple-choice tests, checks for plagiarism, and suggests grades with feedback drafts
YOU DO
Judge student reasoning, handle edge cases, and make fair final calls
TASK 02
Inform students of the procedures for completing and submitting class work, such as lab reports.
AI DOES
Drafts step-by-step written instructions and FAQs for submitting assignments
YOU DO
Tailor explanations to your specific class and answer follow-up questions in real time
TASK 03
Notify instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
AI DOES
Drafts notification emails and summarizes the issue clearly
YOU DO
Decide which problems are worth escalating and add the right context
TASK 04
Tutor or mentor students who need additional instruction.
AI DOES
Explains concepts, answers questions, and generates practice problems on demand
YOU DO
Read the student's emotions and build the kind of trust that keeps them motivated
TASK 05
Order or obtain materials needed for classes.
AI DOES
Searches for materials, compares prices, and drafts purchase requests
YOU DO
Know what students actually need and approve real spending decisions
TASK 06
Arrange for supervisors to conduct teaching observations and provide feedback about teaching performance.
AI DOES
Drafts scheduling emails, organizes observation calendars, and summarizes feedback forms
YOU DO
Build rapport with supervisors and handle scheduling conflicts in person
TASK 07
Teach undergraduate-level courses.
AI DOES
Drafts lesson plans, explains tricky concepts, generates practice problems, and answers common student questions
YOU DO
Build real relationships with students and adjust teaching moment to moment based on how the class is feeling
TASK 08SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Prepare or proctor examinations.
AI DOES
Generates test questions and monitors for cheating
YOU DO
Ensure fairness and handle exceptions
About this analysis
60% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 09
Assist faculty members or staff with student conferences.
AI DOES
Drafts prep notes, suggests discussion topics, and summarizes student progress data before meetings
YOU DO
Show up, listen, and respond to how each student actually feels in the moment
TASK 10
Provide assistance to faculty members or staff with laboratory or field research.
AI DOES
Searches literature, analyzes data, drafts reports, and suggests research methods
YOU DO
Show up in person to run experiments, handle equipment, and support students hands-on
TASK 11SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Develop teaching materials, such as syllabi, visual aids, answer keys, supplementary notes, or course Web sites.
AI DOES
Generates drafts of syllabi, worksheets, and visual content
YOU DO
Shape learning goals and student needs
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45% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 12
Complete laboratory projects prior to assigning them to students so that any needed modifications can be made.
AI DOES
Reviews lab instructions and flags confusing steps or safety concerns
YOU DO
Physically run the experiment yourself to catch real-world problems
TASK 13
Meet with supervisors to discuss students' grades or to complete required grade-related paperwork.
AI DOES
Drafts grade summaries, organizes student data, and preps talking points before the meeting
YOU DO
Show up, listen, and make real decisions with your supervisor
TASK 14
Lead discussion sections, tutorials, or laboratory sections.
AI DOES
Suggests discussion prompts, prep materials, and follow-up questions
YOU DO
Read the room, adapt live, and build student trust in person
TASK 15
Schedule and maintain regular office hours to meet with students.
AI DOES
Suggests open time slots, sends appointment reminders, and organizes bookings
YOU DO
Show up, listen, and connect with each student in person
TASK 16
Return assignments to students in accordance with established deadlines.
AI DOES
Tracks deadlines and sends automated reminders to return assignments on time
YOU DO
Manage the actual return process and handle student questions directly
TASK 17
Copy and distribute classroom materials.
AI DOES
Helps format or organize digital documents before printing
YOU DO
Handle the physical copying and in-person distribution yourself
TASK 18SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Provide instructors with assistance in the use of audiovisual equipment.
AI DOES
Suggests troubleshooting steps and equipment settings
YOU DO
Read the room and adapt quickly
About this analysis
0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium

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AT A GLANCE

Occupation: Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary
SOC code: 25-9044
Tasks reviewed: 18 of 20

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PAY & OUTLOOK

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Median pay (national): $42,910 · BLS OEWS 2025
Median pay (Colorado): $37,450 · BLS OEWS 2025
Employed (national): 164,090
Employed in Colorado: 530
Job outlook: +3.1% by 2034 · ~24,600 openings/yr

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Evaluate and grade examinations, assignments, or papers, and record grades.

Inform students of the procedures for completing and submitting class work, such as lab reports.

Notify instructors of errors or problems with assignments.

Tutor or mentor students who need additional instruction.

Order or obtain materials needed for classes.

Arrange for supervisors to conduct teaching observations and provide feedback about teaching performance.

Teach undergraduate-level courses.

Prepare or proctor examinations.

Assist faculty members or staff with student conferences.

Provide assistance to faculty members or staff with laboratory or field research.

Develop teaching materials, such as syllabi, visual aids, answer keys, supplementary notes, or course Web sites.

Complete laboratory projects prior to assigning them to students so that any needed modifications can be made.

Meet with supervisors to discuss students' grades or to complete required grade-related paperwork.

Lead discussion sections, tutorials, or laboratory sections.

Schedule and maintain regular office hours to meet with students.

Return assignments to students in accordance with established deadlines.

Copy and distribute classroom materials.

Provide instructors with assistance in the use of audiovisual equipment.

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