Help Desk jobs in Canada

The Customer Support Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring a seamless learning experience by providing comprehensive support to learners and families exclusively through digital channels. This fast-paced, mission-driven environment requires a detail-oriented problem-solver with a passion for helping people learn. This position is ideal for empathetic individuals who excel in written communication and thrive in a dynamic, non-voice support setting.
About Nerdy:

At Nerdy (NYSE: NRDY) - the company behind Varsity Tutors - we’re redrawing the blueprint of learning. Our Live + AI™ platform fuses real-time human expertise with proprietary generative‑AI systems, setting a new bar for measurable academic impact at global scale.

We recruit the kind of technologists and operators you’d bet on as solo founders - people who turn ambiguous problems into shipping code, iterate faster than markets move, and compound their advantage with every data point. In an era where great employees can deliver 10-times the leverage of the merely good, we back those who play to win.

Fortune favors the bold. Join us.

How we compete:

• AI-Native at every level From the CEO to day‑one hires, everyone builds and ships with generative AI. If you’re not wielding AI, you’re not done.
• Entrepreneurial velocity Move at founder speed, prototype in hours, and measure in real user outcomes. Slow teams die.
• Free‑market rigor Ideas rise or fall on merit and results - no committees, no politics, no cap on upside.
• Full‑stack ownership You design, build, and run what you ship; accountability is a feature, not a bug.
• Reward for contribution Pay rises with impact, not years. Outstanding results earn outsized rewards. We evaluate both what you achieve and how you achieve it: living our leadership principles and using AI effectively are formally measured and rewarded.
• Relentless exploration Push the frontier of generative AI in live learning and - because only the paranoid survive - questioning every legacy assumption along the way.
• Is Apolitical You stay focused on mission‑aligned outcomes, not distractions or unrelated causes.

If you’re a technically minded builder who thrives on open competition, personal responsibility, and the chance to redefine how the world learns - while continually stretching the limits of what generative AI can do - come do the most ambitious and rewarding work of your career here. Learn more atnerdy.com .
Nerdy’s shareholder letters below explain our latest products and strategy:

As a Customer Support Specialist, you will:

• Manage a high volume of inbound inquiries via SMS, live chat, and email within our learning platform (no phone support required).
• Maintain a clear, concise, and friendly writing style that enhances customer confidence and satisfaction.
• Respond to and resolve issues quickly and accurately through written channels.

Resolve Technical and Account Issues:

• Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues, account access challenges, billing and payment inquiries, and product‑related questions.
• Escalate technical or unresolved issues to the appropriate internal teams as per established processes.
• Find solutions for families regarding educational products, including 1‑on‑1 tutoring, online classes, and adaptive assessments.

Drive Quality and Process Improvement:

• Keep accurate records of interactions in our CRM system, with proper follow‑ups as needed.
• Identify recurring issues and suggest process or content improvements to reduce contact rates.
• Actively implement feedback and coaching to improve support quality and efficiency.

We are looking for individuals who possess:

• Fluent English proficiency (spoken and written) with excellent written communication skills.
• 2+ years of experience in chat, SMS, or email‑based customer support or help desk roles.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve customer issues in writing with clarity and professionalism.
• High empathy and patience; capable of delivering support with a positive tone in digital interactions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work independently as a self‑starter.
• Ability to multitask effectively, managing multiple conversations simultaneously.
• Comfortable performing all job responsibilities on a laptop or computer.
• Reliable high‑speed internet access 100 Mbps download, 25 Mbps upload via wired ethernet connection (no Wi‑Fi, Satellite, or Cellular Hotspot/Internet).
• A quiet work environment that promotes focus.

• Professional experience in recruiting, education, customer service, retail, or another fast‑paced environment.
• An Associate’s degree or higher.
• Experience with Zendesk, Slack and AI Support Tools.

• Ability to work full‑time (40 hours per week).
• Evenings, weekends, and holidays are required based on available shifts.
• Operating day is from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM CDT.

Unleash Your Full Potential at Nerdy:

Join our global network - work remotely, earn top‑tier U.S. dollar rates, and build the future of learning alongside a high‑performing, AI‑first team:

• Competitive Opportunity : Market‑leading compensation ($12/hr USD), with performance‑driven growth opportunities, where results drive rewards.
• 100% Remote: Work from anywhere in your home country.
• Flexible Time Away: Coordinate with your team for planned time off, keeping our global platform running seamlessly.
• Continuous Learning: A fully paid Learning Membership for you and immediate family members—including 1:1 tutoring, unlimited on‑demand classes, and full suite access. A unique benefit that supports personal development and helps you experience the same product you’ll be supporting.
• Training & Feedback: A fast‑paced, collaborative, and team‑oriented work environment with plenty of training and a feedback‑rich culture
• Supercharge with AI: Leverage cutting‑edge AI tools to enhance your results and daily wins!
• Global Impact: Contribute to an innovative platform used by learners around the world.
• Learn With Us: Access to our learning membership and 4 tutoring hours to use per month!