Careers > Learning Support Assistant (part time, permanent) | Edmonton

Centre for Autism Services Alberta (CFASA)
Edmonton & Surrounding Areas
4-20 Hours per Week | Starting at $21.87/hour

Looking for Meaningful Experience While You Study?

Want a job that aligns with your future career goals while making a real difference in the lives of children and families?

Centre for Autism Services Alberta is hiring Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work one-on-one with Autistic children and youth in Edmonton and surrounding communities. This is an incredible opportunity for university and college students pursuing careers in:

Education & Special Education

Behaviour Analysis

Social Work

Occupational Therapy

Speech-Language Pathology

Rehabilitation Studies

Disability Studies

Early Childhood Development

Whether you’re building experience for graduate school, strengthening your résumé, or exploring a future helping profession, this role provides valuable hands-on learning in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

What You’ll Do

As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll work directly with Autistic children and youth to support their growth and development through individualized service plans.

You’ll:

Implement strategies and activities designed by a multidisciplinary team.

Support children in developing communication, social, behavioural, cognitive, motor, and daily living skills.

Build positive, meaningful relationships with children and families.

Collaborate with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Behaviour Analysts (BCBAs), and other professionals.

Track progress and communicate observations with the team.

Help create engaging, supportive, and neuroaffirming learning environments.

No two days are the same, and every shift is an opportunity to make a difference.

Why Students Love This Role





Direct experience working with children and families

Excellent preparation for graduate and professional programs

Opportunity to learn from and collaborate with experienced clinicians

Comprehensive neuroaffirming training provided

Flexible scheduling that works around classes and exams

Meaningful, rewarding work that makes an impact

Build transferable skills in communication, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving

Flexible Hours

We understand student schedules can be busy.

Work between 4 and 20 hours per week

Individual sessions are typically 2 hours long

Opportunities for back-to-back sessions

Most sessions occur:

This flexibility makes the role ideal for university and college students.

What We’re Looking For:

Required Qualifications

Currently completing or recently completed a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Psychology, Education or Special Education, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Disability Studies, Rehabilitation, or Early Childhood Development

Minimum 6 months of experience working or volunteering with children or youth

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Passion for supporting Autistic children, youth, and their families

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Ability to adapt to the unique needs of each child and family

Access to reliable transportation

Availability to work evenings and weekends

Experience working with Autistic and/or neurodivergent individuals is considered a strong asset

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidates must provide:

Transparent Police Information Check

Clear Intervention Record Check

Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Certification

Ready to Gain Experience That Matters?

If you’re looking for a flexible position that complements your studies while helping you build a meaningful career, we’d love to hear from you.

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📌 Learning Support Assistant (part-time, permanent) | Edmonton (Alberta)
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📍 Alberta