Temp Teacher- Primary

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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.

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the qualifications listed below. Please note that our selection is based solely on the information you provide in your application. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit, we encourage you to review the resource page on

School: Elijah Smith Elementary School

Location: Whitehorse

Position: Temp Teacher

FTE:1.0

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: June 12,2026

Assignment: Primary

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 a primary classroom;

• Teaching experience in the use of current, research-based practices for early 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;

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: Jim Snider, Principal 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 Resource Consultant at

Relocation may be available

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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.