Temporary Teacher - Phys. Ed

Living In Yukon, Thriving 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.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary School team. St. Francis School provides a faith-based, Roman Catholic education within the public school system of Yukon Education. Our school sits on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dunn First Nation and Ta’an Kwachan Council within the wilderness city of Whitehorse, Yukon. SFACS is an 8-12 school of approximately 460 students, serving a diverse cultural population. Our educational professionals facilitate academic excellence and model life-long learning. We assist students in developing a relationship with Jesus and appreciation of self and others. The uniqueness of each child is celebrated. This 1.0 FTE Temporary position is a teaching position: English Language Learning, Career Life Education, and Physical and Health Education.

School: St. Francis Secondary School

Location: Whitehorse

Position: Temporary Teacher

FTE: 1.0

Start Date: August 21, 2025

End Date: June 12, 2026

Assignment: Phys. Ed

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;
• Recent experience teaching English and Social Studies at the secondary or late intermediate level;
• Recent experience teaching Physical Education at the secondary level;
• Experience teaching Religion courses is an asset.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• Strong planning and organizational skills;
• Ability to plan, organize and manage secondary students in general classroom settings;

• Ability to adapt curriculum to meet a range of learning styles and abilities;

• Ability to assess students’ learning and report progress to parents/guardians using Assessment for Learning and Outcome-based grading principles based on a competency based curricular framework;

• Ability to teach students from a variety of backgrounds who are English Language Learners;

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills working with parents, staff members, consultants, and community agencies;

• Willingness and ability to participate in the total school program including religious education and social justice initiatives;

• An appreciation of the cultural diversity of the Yukon with the ability to incorporate and promote this diversity within the faith life of the school community;

• Knowledge of and sensitivity towards the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations and 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.

Preference will be given to candidates who are practicing members of the Roman Catholic Church, committed to excellence in Catholic Education.

To receive preference, it is required to submit a current , current and current Baptismal Certificate with your application. Please add these to the “Additional Documents” section.

Relocation may be available.

For more information about this position, please contact: Alethea Wallace, Principal at

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Karnika Bains, Human Resource 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.