Teacher Assistant Test

When looking to fill a teacher assistant position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A teacher assistant skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a teacher assistant skills test?

    A teacher assistant works alongside a teacher in a classroom. They may not have the responsibilities of planning, teaching and assessing the children but they have a lot of other jobs they need to be able to do.

    All teacher assistants work closely with a range of children and must be able to communicate efficiently. They should also have the problem solving skills to help assist and recognize where a child has gone wrong or support them moving forward.

    The teacher assistant skills test can test a range of soft and hard skills that are beneficial for a teacher assistant. These skills include adaptability, situational thinking and computer skills such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

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  1. What is a teacher assistant skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the teacher assistant skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures teacher assistant skills
  4. Teacher Assistant Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the teacher assistant skills test for pre-screening?

    A teacher assistant is an important member of the classroom from primary all the way through to sixth form. A teacher assistant offers additional support to both the children and the teacher by working with small groups, completing admin tasks and ensuring the wellbeing of the students is considered.

    All teacher assistants should have lots of soft skills like communication, interpersonal and problem solving.

    On top of the ones mentioned, teacher assistants should have a good understanding of software and be able to access and use Google Cloud, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

    Using this test during the pre-screening stage can eliminate any candidates without the appropriate skill level. It can also recognize and identify candidates who have a high level of skill. It is also a simple way of screening lots of candidates in a short amount of time, without using office space. Candidates can complete the test at home in their own time.

    The teacher assistant skills test could also be used for any supporting role like, as such:

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How our test measures teacher assistant skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a teacher assistant were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our teacher assistant test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Teacher Assistant Test FAQs

What skills are necessary for teacher assistants?

Teacher assistants need lots of skills, but the necessary ones are the soft skills needed to work with students of all ages. These include communication, interpersonal, teamwork and problem solving. As well as these, teacher assistants would benefit from having technical skills such as Google Cloud and Microsoft Excel.

What software skills would be useful for a teacher assistant?

Software skills are very useful for teacher assistants, especially as technology progresses. Understanding Google Cloud, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word are the most beneficial software skills for a teacher assistant.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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