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.
We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the Individual Learning Center team. We value experiential/place based learning on the land and inside the classroom. We strive to use the best research-driven teaching methods that foster learner agency and student-led learning experiences .
School: Individual Learning Centre, Whitehorse
Location: Whitehorse
Position: Temp Teacher
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: 2025-08-21
End Date: 2026-04-24
Assignment: High School with a focus in Math, English, Art and Mental Health Programming
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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 with experience in Intermediate and/or Secondary Education
- Recent experience teaching secondary Math, English, Art and Outdoor Education at a senior level;
- Experience planning and delivering mental health and wellness programming for equity deserving yout
- Experience and ability to deliver art programming that engages different students interests including photography, beading/sewing, oil painting, and other visual arts.
- Recent experience working in an alternative self-paced, self-directed learning environment and implementing small group and individualized instructional process;
- Recent experience adapting, modifying and implementing curriculum to meet the unique learning needs of a diverse student population;
- Experience working with First Nations students and integrating First Nations ways of knowing and doing into programming;
- Experience collaborating with colleagues in a team-teaching setting and connecting students to community resources, employment training opportunities and appropriate programming.
- Experience working with young parents and building flexible academic plans, connecting these students to health care providers and community agencies as needed.
- Recent experience in developing individualized grad plans and understanding the “paths to graduation”; Experience delivering programming through Moodle, introducing current technology into lesson plans and having strong I.T. skills.
- Experience and/or training in a Trauma Informed Approach, Yukon First Nations 101; Mental Health First Aid is an asset.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on their
- A philosophy of inclusive education; excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills to work closely with students, staff, parents/caregivers, consultants, and community agencies, in meeting the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students;
- Knowledge of the Calls to Action in Education by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and understanding of the past and current issues experienced by First Nations students.
- Awareness and appreciation of the need to create an inclusive learning environment for a diverse group of students;
- Strong background and knowledge in current assessment pedagogy and practices;
- Strong planning, organizational, and documenting skills;
- Ability to work as a member of a professional team and a willingness to participate in the total school program to promote, support, and contribute to the overall school goals and initiatives;
- Ability to adapt, modify and implement curriculum to meet each student’s need;
- Ability to use technology to increase engagement and enhance student learning;
- Ability to work collaboratively with a small staff, in an open classroom and a flexible time schedule;
- Ability to design and implement land based and culturally relevant programming;
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.
- Completing of the Safer School Student Protection Staff Training and familiar with the Policy and Procedures of willingness to obtain within 30 days of employment.
- Class IV Driver’s License or willingness to obtain within 90 days of employment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- To be a Teacher in Yukon, you must be certified in another Canadian province/territory first.
- Successful applicants will be required to undergo a security/vulnerable sector check
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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.
