Teacher Aide / Paraprofessional in California

Teacher aides support classroom teachers by working with small groups, assisting students with disabilities, and managing classroom routines. It's the most accessible pathway into K-12 education — many school districts sponsor paraprofessionals through bachelor's degree and teacher certification programs.

$32,466 CA Median Salary
5% Growth Rate
1–2 years Training

💰 Teacher Aide / Paraprofessional Salary in California

Estimated salary range for Teacher Aide / Paraprofessionals in California, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$23,000
Median
$32,466
Experienced
$42,000

🎓 Teacher Aide / Paraprofessional Licensing in California

Credential required: Paraprofessional Certification (state-specific) + 48 college credits or Associate's

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the California state licensing board before enrolling.

Schools and programs related to Teacher Aide / Paraprofessional in California

These listings are shown as related training options for Teacher Aide / Paraprofessional in California. Before enrolling, compare program length, total cost, credential outcomes, and how well each option matches local employer demand.

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Fullerton College

📍 Fullerton, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Evergreen Valley College

📍 San Jose, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Mt San Jacinto Community College District

📍 San Jacinto, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Saddleback College

📍 Mission Viejo, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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East Los Angeles College

📍 Monterey Park, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Golden West College

📍 Huntington Beach, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Southwestern College

📍 Chula Vista, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Los Angeles Valley College

📍 Valley Glen, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Moorpark College

📍 Moorpark, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Woodland Community College

📍 Woodland, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Cuesta College

📍 San Luis Obispo, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Oxnard College

📍 Oxnard, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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City College of San Francisco

📍 San Francisco, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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West Valley College

📍 Saratoga, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Clovis Community College

📍 Fresno, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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College of the Desert

📍 Palm Desert, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Los Angeles Trade Technical College

📍 Los Angeles, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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San Jose City College

📍 San Jose, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Canada College

📍 Redwood City, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Butte College

📍 Oroville, CA

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Chabot College

📍 Hayward, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Los Angeles City College

📍 Los Angeles, CA

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Fresno City College

📍 Fresno, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Coalinga College

📍 Coalinga, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Sacramento City College

📍 Sacramento, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Las Positas College

📍 Livermore, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Pasadena City College

📍 Pasadena, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Santa Barbara City College

📍 Santa Barbara, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Santiago Canyon College

📍 Orange, CA

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Diablo Valley College

📍 Pleasant Hill, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Palo Verde College

📍 Blythe, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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American River College

📍 Sacramento, CA

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Citrus College

📍 Glendora, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Coastline Community College

📍 Fountain Valley, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Long Beach City College

📍 Long Beach, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Palomar College

📍 San Marcos, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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College of the Sequoias

📍 Visalia, CA

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San Bernardino Valley College

📍 San Bernardino, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Allan Hancock College

📍 Santa Maria, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Imperial Valley College

📍 Imperial, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Riverside City College

📍 Riverside, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Taft College

📍 Taft, CA

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Yuba College

📍 Marysville, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Norco College

📍 Norco, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

How to compare these options

  • Look for programs that align with the most common hiring path for Teacher Aide / Paraprofessional in California.
  • Ask whether graduates are prepared for any required credential, license, or employer screening step.
  • Compare cost, completion time, and schedule before making a final decision.

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