Teacher grade 5 and 6 Teslin

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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 Khàtìnas.àxh Community School team. The KCS school KCS is moving towards an inclusive Outdoor and Place Based Learning school with strong ties to local First Nation values traditions and culturally relevant learning opportunities entwined into the Yukon Curriculum. We are a small Early Kindergarten to grade 12 school looking for people with dynamic skills in classroom management place-based learning and the ability to work with local First Nation community stakeholders and parents/caregivers to provide a holistic approach to learning. This position provides opportunities for planning organization and communication with the school Based team leaders education specialists and community to create unique ways of learning for students. The focus is building students with efficacies in literacy numeracy and social responsibility in both the classroom and outdoors.

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School: Khàtìnas.àxh Community School

Location: Teslin - this is an in person role requiring the teacher to live in Teslin YT

Position: Teacher grade 5 and 6

FTE: 1.0

Start Date: Asap

Assignment: Grade 5 and 6 teacher

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume how you meet the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor of Education

• Bachelor of Education with specialization in elementary and/ or middle school education;

  - Recent experience teaching in an elementary/middle school classroom;

  - Experience with place-based teaching

• Understanding and experience utilizing trauma informed pedagogical approaches and practice is an asset

• Understanding and experience utilizing restorative practices within a classroom setting is an asset

- Experience with integrating land-based learning into all aspects of curriculum

- Experience working with First Nation students and communities is an asset.

• Experience with Place-Based and On-The Land learning is an asset as we are moving towards a more nature based learning model throughout the school and all curriculum areas

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• Demonstrated ability to engage and motivate students in the learning process

• Strong planning and organizational skills

• Ability to incorporate experiential and land based learning into all areas of curriculum

• Willingness to participate as an enthusiastic team member in the total school program

• A keen interest and ability to contribute to overall school goals

• Strong communication skills for working with students parents First Nations representatives other staff members administration and consultants

• Willingness to live and participate as a member of a small community
• A knowledge of and sensitivity to the traditions and aspirations of First Nations students 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 here
• Yukon First Nations 101 to be completed at your first opportunity.

Relocation might be available

For more information about this position please contact: Dr. Rea Postoloski at

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education please contact: Serafina Christine at

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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.