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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.
Dámbü Tän Kets'ádań Kų̀ - Cliff Trail Elementary is a brand new, state of the art, Kindergarten to Grade 7 elementary school, focusing on 21st century learning principals. We are located on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än council. The school is situated in a brand new, rapidly growing, diverse and culturally inclusive subdivision. As Whistle Bend’s first school, the citizens are excited to foster community spirit and nurture the next generation of learners.
School: Dámbü Tän Kets'ádań Kų̀ - Cliff Trail Elementary School
Location: Whitehorse
Position: Temp Teacher - Fine Arts K7
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: March 23, 2026
End Date: June 12, 2026
Assignment: Fine Arts - K7
To learn more about being a teacher with Yukon Education, 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!
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;
- Experience teaching Fine Arts in an elementary school.
- Demonstrated understanding of Bruce Perry’s Neuro-Sequential Model for Education (NME) and Ready to Learn School practices
- Experience incorporating First Nations ways of knowing, doing and being into teaching, learning, and assessment would be an asset
- Experience teaching visual arts would be an asset;
- Experience with ensemble and/or choir instruction (e.g.. fiddling, drumline, choir, etc.) would be an asset;
- Experience teaching dance would be an asset.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
- Knowledge of the Fine Arts Education curriculum, and demonstrated successful implementation of a coordinated, developmental K-7 program of physical, health, and safety education;
- 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 Plans 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.
Additional Information
- Relocation may be available.
- As English is the administrative language for the Government of Yukon, please submit your cover letter and resume in English.
- Include three references along with your cover letter and resume
- If you are a permanent (indeterminate) Teacher in a Yukon school, you will need to seek permission from your Superintendent to apply on this temporary job.
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 the position, please contact Jeff Cressman, Principal, DTKK at
If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Devi Prasad K S, Human Resources Consultant at,
Please do not submit your transcripts or Criminal Record checks as part of your application. We will reach out to successful candidates to request these during the onboarding process
