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The Importance Of Being A Successful Teaching Assistant

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As the current holder of this position, I understand the amount of work and dedication it takes to be a successful Teaching Assistant. Through my experience with this position, I have learned the demeanor an educator must hold while working with students. You must hold firm to your policies and curriculum, but also be gentle enough to where a student never feels as if they have failed, will fail, or fear asking for help. I have learned a multitude of skills while working as a Teaching Assistant, including: how to grade varying levels of academic work fairly and consistently, but also according to policy; classroom management; curriculum management; public speaking; working with students; and much more. In addition to my experience as a Teaching

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