Temporary Learning Assistant Teacher French Immersion

Whitehorse - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

F.H. Collins Secondary School is currently seeking a passionate educator to join our dynamic learning community. F.H.C is a dual-track English/French Immersion school serving approximately 800 students in grades 8 through 12. We provide students with a diverse range of academic athletic performance outdoor/experiential trades and arts programs. We are proud of our strong academic programming cultural diversity and commitment to meeting the needs of all learners.

Located in the capital city of Whitehorse Yukon F.H.C sits alongside the Yukon River on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Taan Kwächän Council. Our school continuously works to honour First Nations ways of knowing doing and being and we value our deep connections with families and the broader community.

School: Secondary

Location: Whitehorse

Position: Learning AssistanceTeacher

FTE: 1.0 Temporary

Start Date: August 20 2026

End Date: June 12 2027

Assignment - LAT - French Immersion

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
Post Graduate coursework in Special Education
Fully fluent in English & French.

Experience within the last three years teaching groups of disengaged youth who have fallen behind on their graduation pathway

Demonstrated experience providing leadership case management and instruction as part of a multi-disciplinary school-based team regarding programing for students with diverse learning needs and behavioural challenges

Experience developing implementing and revising Individual Education Plans Student Learning Plans Behaviour Support Plans and Safety Plans to maximize student potential

Experience using First Nations ways of Knowing Doing and Being to support and instruct students academically socially and behaviourally

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

Training and/or experience in trauma responsive educational practices would be an asset.

Experience teaching or providing culturally and developmentally responsive approaches for positive behaviour
A keen interest and ability to contribute to overall school culture environment and goals;
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication and collaborative skills working with students parents staff members and school leadership;

Experience within the last three years identifying and implementing targeted strength-based literacy and numeracy interventions in a secondary school setting

Experience teaching in a large high school environment (500) an asset

Experience with rural/remote populations

Experience with transition planning and supporting students with exceptional needs

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.

For more information about the position please contact Ruth Burridge Principal FH Collinsat

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education please contact: Devi prasad Human Resources Consultant 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.

If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon we want to hear from you!

Required Experience:

Junior IC

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...