Temporary Teacher - Grade 6
Temporary Teacher - Grade 6
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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 highquality 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 K12 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 Golden Horn Elementary School team. GHES is located within the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dn First Nation and Taan Kwchn Council. We value experiential/place based learning on the land and inside the classroom. We strive to use the best researchdriven teaching methods that foster learner agency and studentled learning experiences .
School: Golden Horn Elementary
Location: Whitehorse
Position: Teacher
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: August 21 2025
End Date: June 12 2026
Assignment: Grade 6
To learn more about Whitehorse please visit Travel Yukon and the City of Whitehorse websites . If you would like to learn more about the school please visit here
To learn more about being a teacher with Yukon Education including salary terms and conditions of employment and how to apply visit our website.
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
- Recent classroom teaching experience and/or Teacher Candidate Practicum experience in intermediate grades;
- Experience with Universal Design for Learning assessment for as and of learning with a wide range of abilities and learning.
- Recent Experience implementing experiential learning in an intermediate classroom setting.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
- A knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of First Nations people and a culturally diverse student population;
- Experience and training with teaching and assessment strategies proving comprehensive literacy and numeracy programing in an intermediate classroom.
- Ability to implement an emergent inquirybased curriculum that is centered around student interests;
- Experience embedding studentengaged assessment into teaching learning and assessment and as an integral part of communicating student learning;
- Experience with inclusive instruction in diverse classroom settings;
- Experience integrating experiential and project based learning across the curriculum;
- Experience leading multiday trip over night trips with intermediate students;
- Ability to lead extracurricular activities (considered an asset);
- Experience and willingness in planning and participating in schoolwide initiatives;
- Experience integrating outdoor education and experiential learning with the BC curriculum;
- Ability to support socialemotional learning in the classroom;
- Strong classroom management planning and organizational skills;
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work positively and collaboratively with students staff and the school community;
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 here
- Yukon First Nations 101 to be completed at your first opportunity.
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
