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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.
The department plays a crucial role in delivering a wide range of services and supports that span from early learning to adult education and encompass K-12 schooling. We are proud of the diverse team of professionals who collaborate to develop and implement policies, programs and initiatives that promote student success and enhance educational outcomes across the territory.
We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the École Whitehorse Elementary School team. École Whitehorse Elementary is located within the traditional territory of the people of Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council. École Whitehorse Elementary is a single-track French Immersion school, Grades K-7 with a student population of approximately 470. We have a dynamic, dedicated staff. Students enjoy specialty classes in the arts, outdoor education, library, Applied Design Skills Technology, movement and dance and Physical Education, all delivered in French. Students also have Southern Tuchone First Nations Language classes.
You can learn more about being an educational assistant including salary, terms, and conditions of employment and how to apply visit our .
If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you!
School: École Whitehorse Elementary School
Position: Education assistant
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: August 21, 2025
End Date: June 12, 2026
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:
Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
Experience working with youth
Fluency in both English and French
Post-secondary training in educational assistant, exceptionality worker, special education assistant, or a related field would be considered an asset
Experience working with youth with special needs would be considered an asset
Add clear, understandable, realistic and demonstratable-in-a-resume qualifications.
This is the most important component of the job posting.
It is the foundation which the panel will use to screen the resumes and assess applicants.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
- Ability to work effectively with students, teachers and parents;
- Adaptability to cope with a wide variety of situations;
- Ability to work as a member of a team;
- Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
- Flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments;
- Ability to work with minimal supervision;
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Criminal Record/RCMP Check with Vulnerable Sector; to be provide before the first day of employment, dated no more than 3 months prior to your start date
- Standard First Aid; to be provided within 3 months of the first day of employment
- Completion of the Education Assistant YG Learn course
For more information about this position, please contact: Sharon.maccoubrey at
If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact:Karnika Bains at
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