Special Needs Teacher Assistant Salary in Berkeley, CA

How much does a Special Needs Teacher Assistant make in Berkeley, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Special Needs Teacher Assistant in Berkeley, CA is $80,551. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $63,565 to $105,301, with most professionals earning between $48,100 and $127,835.

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What is a Special Needs Teacher Assistant?

A Special Needs Teacher Assistant provides support to special education teachers in a classroom setting, working with students who have a range of disabilities and learning challenges. They may assist with lesson planning, provide one-on-one support to students, help with classroom management, and adapt materials and activities to meet the individual needs of students. Special Needs Teacher Assistants also work closely with students' families and other professionals to ensure that each student receives the support and resources they need to succeed in the classroom. They may also provide personal care and assistance to students with physical disabilities. This role requires patience, empathy, and a strong understanding of special education principles and practices.

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What does a Special Needs Teacher Assistant do?

Common responsibilities of a Special Needs Teacher Assistant

Assist in the supervision of students during transitions, recess, and other non-instructional times, ensuring their safety and well-being.

September 05, 2023

Assist in the preparation and adaptation of instructional materials and resources to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

September 19, 2023

Assist the special needs teacher in implementing instructional activities and strategies to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.

September 24, 2023

Support students with communication and social interaction, helping them develop and practice appropriate social skills.

September 30, 2023

Provide support to special needs students in the classroom, helping them with their individualized education plans (IEPs) and ensuring they have the necessary accommodations and modifications.

October 04, 2023

Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers, providing updates on student progress and collaborating on strategies for supporting their child's learning and development.

October 07, 2023

Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with special needs, reinforcing learning concepts and helping them stay on task.

November 02, 2023

Collaborate with the special needs teacher and other school staff to monitor and track student progress, behavior, and social skills development.

November 03, 2023

Monitor and manage student behavior, implementing behavior management strategies and interventions as directed by the special needs teacher.

November 16, 2023

Help students with personal care tasks, such as feeding, toileting, and mobility, as needed.

November 23, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Special Needs Teacher Assistant in Berkeley, CA

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80551

What is the average salary for Special Needs Teacher Assistant in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Special Needs Teacher Assistant in Berkeley, CA. The base salary for Special Needs Teacher Assistant ranges from $63,565 to $105,301 with the average base salary of $80,551. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $63,565 to $105,301 with the average total cash compensation of $80,551.

View Average Salary for Special Needs Teacher Assistant as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$80,551	$63,565 - $105,301
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$80,551	$63,565 - $105,301

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Special Needs Teacher Assistant Salary Near Berkeley, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,565 - $105,301	COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Concord, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,433 - $96,799	COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,461 - $105,129	COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE Vallejo, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,558 - $97,006	COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,007 - $107,690	COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA
CITY, STATE San Francisco, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,007 - $107,690	COMPARE TO Berkeley, CA

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About Berkeley, California

Berkeley (/ˈbɜːrkli/ BURK-lee) is a city on the east shore of San Francisco Bay in northern Alameda County, California. It is named after the 18th-century Irish bishop and philosopher George Berkeley. It borders the cities of Oakland and Emeryville to the south and the city of Albany and the unincorporated community of Kensington to the north. Its eastern border with Contra Costa County generally follows the ridge of the Berkeley Hills. The 2010 census recorded a population of 112,580. Berkeley is home to the oldest campus in the University of California system, the University of California, B...

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