Job Description

Clerical Skills Educator
Continuing Studies
Teslin Community Campus
Term to May 2026 75 hours bi-weekly
Wage: $45.03 - $54.79 hourly
Employment Opportunity No.: 25.138
Closing Date: December 8th, 2025
Yukon University's Division of Continuing Studies is seeking an engaging and student-centered Clerical Skills Educator to teach and mentor adult learners preparing for careers in administrative and support roles across northern and Indigenous workplaces.
Reporting to the Department Head, the successful candidate will deliver practical instruction in digital communication, office procedures, business writing, teamwork, and workplace organization. This position plays a key role in fostering inclusive learning environments that empower students to become confident, capable, and culturally aware communicators.
As a Clerical Skills Educator, you will:

• Teach and Facilitate courses in:

o Digital comms & collaboration tools (email, scheduling, virtual meetings, data management)
o Office procedures & professional skills (teamwork, conflict resolution, cultural competency)
o Business writing and workplace communication
o Workplace organization and project management
o Introductory Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Guide students in reflective practice and provide constructive, growth-focused feedback.
• Integrate real-world case studies and applied learning into your instruction.
• Promote inclusive, culturally responsive teaching practices that reflect the values and diversity of northern workplaces.
• Develop, update, and adapt course materials to align with current technologies and workplace practices.
• Support student success and employability through mentorship and professional development activities.
• Deliver occasional public workshops on Microsoft Office and professional communication.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Office Administration, Business Administration, Education, or a related field (Master's an asset).
• Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in office administration, business operations, or related areas.
• Experience teaching adults or facilitating community/workplace learning is a strong asset.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and collaboration platforms (Teams, Zoom, Google Workspace).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to teach writing and oral communication effectively.
• Knowledge of project management, customer service, and event planning practices.
• Ability to create inclusive, culturally respectful learning environments.
• Commitment to reflective, student-centered teaching practices.
• Experience working in northern or cross-cultural contexts, especially with Indigenous communities, is preferred.

Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however qualified candidates who self-identify as Yukon first Nations, as well as Metis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry will be given priority.
Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to: Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867 668 8896
Email:
Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted. A statement of qualifications, which outlines the selection standards, and a position description are available in PDF format for all Bargaining Unit positions, by following the links above.
Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Skills Required