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Alexander Leigh Center for Autism

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About Us

Alexander Leigh Center for Autism is a Therapeutic Day school that teaches our students the necessary skills to achieve functional independence. We provide an environment where children on the autism spectrum can develop to their full potential academically, emotionally, socially, communicatively, and physically.

Our vision is to create strong community relationships and partnerships that help to secure opportunities for our students to showcase their abilities.

Our mission is dedicated to helping children with autism and those that love them to thrive!

ALCA is a registered 501(C)(3) not-for-profit, full-day, year-round Illinois State Board of Education-approved Therapeutic Day School. We serve children 3-22 years of age with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), OHI, multiple disabilities, developmental delays, and/or intellectual disabilities. We currently have 44 students from 25 school districts and six different counties. Two passionate mothers of children with an autism diagnosis founded ALCA.

Jobs

Now Hiring - Speech Language Pathologist
Category: Education
  We’re hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team at Alexander Leigh Center for Autism!   If you are passionate about helping students build communication skills, grow in confidence, and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you. Join a supportive team that is dedicated to making a meaningful impact every single day.   Clinical Fellows encouraged to apply!Apply ...read more
Contact:
phastings@alcacenter.org
Phone:(815) 344-2522

Events

Art Show and Open House at Alexander Leigh Center for Autism
  • You're invited to the Alexander Leigh Center for Autism's 2026 Art Show & Open House, proudly presented by MSU Federal Credit Union.
  • Tuesday Sep 1, 2026

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