Job 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 Khatinas.axh 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, outdoor, and kindergarten forest school learning, with the ability to communicate and 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.

School: Teslin School

Location: Teslin

Position: Perm Teacher

FTE:1.0

Start Date: August 21, 2025

Assignment:Kindergarten

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 early kindergarten, kindergarten, and/or early elementary school education; Recent experience teaching in an early kindergarten/kindergarten classroom Experience with place-based, on the land, and kindergarten Forest School teaching Experience with formative assessment strategies in emergent literacy, literacy at grade level and foundational numeracy; Experience in play based learning opportunities Understanding of, and experience delivering early learning pedagogy is an asset; Experience differentiating and adapting teaching, learning and assessment in classrooms with a wide range of abilities; Experience integrating self-regulation and social-emotional care practices in the classroom 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.

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, land based, and Kindergarten Forest School 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

Yukon First Nations 101

, to be completed at your first opportunity.

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: Karnika Bains, 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.