Key findings
Teaching assistants support educators in various tasks.
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is unlikely to impact this role significantly.
Blue-collar jobs, like teaching assistants, are shielded from major AI disruption.
GenAI’s inability to perform physical tasks ensures that blue-collar workers, such as teaching assistants, are less likely to be automated.
The demand for human interaction and support in educational settings will continue to require the presence of teaching assistants.
How could AI or automation replace or complement job activities?
Artificial intelligence, automation, or language models like ChatGPT could potentially assist Teaching Assistants by automating tasks such as preparing teaching materials, grading assignments, and record-keeping.
They could also provide support to students by offering personalized feedback and guidance.
However, they may not fully replace the human touch needed for activities like classroom management, behavior guidance, and emotional support.
For instance, AI could help in grading assignments and providing feedback, but the TA’s role in interacting with students and offering individualized support cannot be replicated by machines.
Job description
Assistants help teachers with various tasks.
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