Description
Living In Yukon, Thriving in Life
Our goal is to support all learners in developing the essential skills, knowledge and personal qualities that they need to thrive in life.
Are you passionate about shaping the future of education in the Yukon? The Department of Education is dedicated to providing high-quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all Yukoners. We are committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in every aspect of our work.
Over four weeks in June and July 2022, the Department of Education will be offering summer school courses for secondary students who have not successfully completed a course and who wish to strengthen their skills in one of the core academic subjects.
School: Summer School
Location: Whitehorse
Position: Teacher - ½ days
Assignment: English, Mathematics or Science
Start Date: June 23, 2025
End Date: July 18, 2025
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:
- Recent experience teaching English or Mathematics or Science at the secondary level;
- Bachelor of Education or equivalent;
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills, and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture:
- Ability to plan, organize and manage secondary students in a classroom setting;
- Ability to adapt curriculum to meet a range of learning styles and abilities;
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills;
- Knowledge of and sensitivity towards the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations and a culturally diverse student population.
- Previous Yukon Summer School Experience would be an asset;
- Recent Yukon teaching experience in subject area;
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Criminal Record/RCMP Check with Vulnerable Sector; to be provided before the first day of employment, dated no more than 3 months prior to your start date
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Preference will be given to teachers currently employed by the Department of Education;
- To be a Teacher in Yukon, you must hold a Teacher Certification in another Canadian province/territory first;
- Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check.
If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Karnika Bains at
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