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.

Guiding Principles

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.

Roles & Responsibilities

​All students must be given opportunities to be successful in school. To that end, Learning Assistance Teachers are committed advocates for children who have learning differences. Learning Assistance Teachers play a vital role by providing a coordinated and integrated set of support services that include: school-based consultation; collaborative planning; assessment/evaluation; reporting; and direct instruction.

2024/25 Executive Team

President: Jennifer Chobotiuk
Vice-President: Natalie Raedwulf Pogue
Treasurer: Sylvie Afilal
Secretary: Sarah Soltau
Members at Large: Debbie Comer, Ali Peterson, Yuri Watanabe, Rachael Froese, Katherine Tevaarwerk, Brianne Bartel, Tammy Bono, Kathy L. Cabana, Melinda Park