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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.
Robert Service School is a K-12 school with approximately 200 students. We have a highly dedicated and diverse staff led by the RSS Principal and the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Education Manager and supported by an engaged community. Situated in Dawson City, Yukon, on Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Territory, those of us who call it home live according to principles that are referred to as Tr’ëhude, living or going through the world in a good way. Section 17.7 of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Self-Government Agreement commits Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and the Government of Yukon to share responsibility for lifelong learning on Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory. The administration, design, and delivery of education is co-governed and emphasizes an integrated education system built on a foundation of Dënezhu and local ways of knowing, being, and doing. We follow the lead of our learners and respond by providing opportunities that can meet their needs and that allow them to discover their purpose.
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If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you!
1 position @ 1.0 FTE TEMPORARY
School: Robert Service School
Location: Dawson City
Position: Educational Assistant
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: August 20, 2025
End Date: June 3, 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 children and/or youth
- Experience working with children and/or youth with special needs would be considered an asset
- Post-secondary training in educational assistant, exceptionality worker, special education assistant, early childhood education, or a related field would be considered an asset
- Experience working with neuro-diverse young children, assisting with activities such as lifting, toileting, and/or facilitating physical therapy exercises would be an asset.
- Experience using and/or assisting with assistive technology (ex; AAC device, Clicker 8, Google Read & Write) would be an asset
- Experience working in a Yukon First Nations setting and in teaching First Nations students would be an asset
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:
- Familiarity with Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in culture and in teaching First Nations students;
- 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.
- Awareness of the unique challenges of northern education
Additional Information
- Relocation may be available
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Successful applicants will be required to undergo a security clearance including vulnerable sector check.
- Standard First Aid Certificate or a willingness to complete within 3 months
- Completion of the Educational Assistant Module by the end of the school year
For more information about the position, please contact: Helen McCullough, principal,
If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Karnika Bains at
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