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.
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.
Aurora Virtual School is committed to collective equity and a model of education that is inclusive, empowering, flexible, accessible and unique for each student. Aurora Virtual School is looking for an innovative and creative teacher to support an Alternative Suspension Pilot Program and to provide Community Outreach to AVS students. The Alternative Suspension Program Pilot aims to provide a supportive, structured environment for secondary students in the Yukon facing out-of-school suspensions. The program emphasizes education, and personal growth, offering support through personalized plans and school reintegration strategies. By addressing each student’s unique needs, the program fosters pro-social development and aims to equip students with tools for successful reintegration into the school community post suspension. Programming is offered during specific scheduled periods and may not align with the traditional 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM school day. For more information about this job description contact AVS Team Lead at mark.connell@yukon.ca.
School: Aurora Virtual School
Location: Whitehorse
Position: Temporary Teacher
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: August 21, 2025
End Date: June 12, 2026
Assignment: Alternative Suspension Pilot Program Teacher / Community Outreach Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor of Education or equivalent with teaching specialization in secondary math and science.
- Experience coordinating, teaching and delivering curriculum for youth in an individualized and/or alternate learning environment, with varying abilities, styles and needs using a trauma-informed lens;
- Experience working in partnership with Yukon First Nation Government departments and Community Organizations.
- Experience delivering high school curriculum across all subject areas;
- Experience working in a self-paced, self-directed learning environments and using individualized instructional process;
- Experience teaching First Nations students in a culturally diverse community and co-facilitating land-based programming with Yukon First Nation partners.
- Experience developing and implementing diverse and creative programs to meet the needs of students.
- Certifications required for land-based programming including valid driver’s licence, Wilderness First Aid, Swift Water Rescue, Paddling Instruction are assets
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
- Philosophy of inclusive education; excellent interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills for working with students, parents, staff members, consultants, and related agencies.
- Proven track record of developing innovative programing through community partnership.
- Ability to set academic goals with students and teach using a variety of individualized instructional strategies in academic areas, on a self-paced curriculum;
- Willingness and ability work as a member of a team to promote, support and work collaboratively with all staff members on multiple school goals and initiatives (Restorative Practices);
- Demonstrated ability to incorporate experiential learning and cultural practices into curriculum;
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nation students.
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
- Yukon Teacher Certification; learn about the certification process
- Yukon First Nations 101 , to be completed at your first opportunity.
If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Karnika Bains, Human Resources Consultant at,
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Please do not submit your transcripts of Criminal Record checks as part of your application. We will reach out to successful candidates to request these during the onboarding process.
