Connecting teachers through evidence-based resources and shared learning opportunities to ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive.
LATA brings learning assistance teachers together through professional development, advocacy, and shared resources that strengthen inclusive education across BC.
Conferences, workshops, and webinars that highlight effective strategies for supporting diverse learners.
Practical tools, teaching materials, and articles designed to help teachers meet students’ academic and emotional needs.
Representing learning assistance teachers within the BCTF and working toward equitable practices for all students.
Providing a supportive community where educators can collaborate, share experiences, and learn from one another.
Check out the links to resources supporting literacy development
Check out the links to resources supporting numeracy development and other mathematical skills
Check out links to resources supporting students fine and gross motor development, as well as sensory processing management.
Check out links to resources supporting students with development of skills in the areas of attention, organization, memory, and independence.
LATA's journal - The Vital Link - was published between 1995 and 2014. We are attempting to catalogue as many of the issues as possible; please contact us if you have issues to share.
Get ready for a day full of virtual conferences and professional development at the LATA Virtual Conference – PSA Day 2025!
The Learning Assistance Teachers’ Association (LATA) is a Provincial Specialist Association of the BCTF. LATA makes significant contributions to the public education system through curriculum initiatives, in-service education, professional development, ministry committees, publications, presentations and conferences. Our primary focus is on supporting educators working with struggling learners.
For more than a quarter century, Learning Assistance Teachers have maintained a strong provincial association that supports learning assistance and learning resource teachers across BC.
Whether you’re looking for membership information, professional development opportunities, or general support, our team is here to help.
