Temp Teacher Grade 5/6

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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 Elijah Smith Elementary School team in this grade 5/6 classroom teacher position. ESES staff , together with parents and the community, are committed to focusing on the development of young people who are kind and feel a sense of belonging.

If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from yo

School: Elijah Smith Elementary School

Location: Whitehorse

Position: Temp Teacher

FTE: 1.0

Start Date: August 21, 2025

End Date: June 12, 2026

Assignment: Grade 5/6

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 in Elementary Education;

• Teaching experience in an intermediate classroom;

• Teaching experience in the use of current, research-based practices for literacy and numeracy learning;

• Demonstrated understanding of Bruce Perry’s Neuro-Sequential Model for Education (NME) and Ready to Learn School practices;

• Teaching experience using Assessment for Learning strategies;

• Experience working with neuro-diverse students;

• Demonstrated commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, including the integration of First Nations ways of knowing, doing, and being in classroom instruction

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish trusting relationships when working with students, families, staff members and administrators;

• Effective and respectful classroom management based on a developmental understanding of children;

• Strong planning and organizational skills;

• A strong commitment to the practice of differentiated instruction and assessment within classroom programming designed to meet individual student needs;

• Ability to adapt curriculum to meet a wide range of learning abilities and styles and to meet the needs of students with Individual Education Plans;

• Ability to develop and implement Individual Educational Plan and Student Behavioural Plans in collaboration with school staff;

• Willingness and ability to work as a member of a professional team and to promote, support and work collaboratively with all staff on school initiatives within the total school program;

• Willingness to support the philosophy, values and beliefs of the school and to support the school growth plan;

• A knowledge of & sensitivity to the culture & aspirations of the First Nations people of Yukon & a culturally diverse student population;

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.

For more information about this position, please contact James Snider, Principal of ESES, 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, 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.