Join the team at the Department of Education with the Yukon government!

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.

We are currently seeking a Grade 4 Teacher to join the Golden Horn Elementary School team. GHES is located within the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dn First Nation and Ta'an Kwch'n Council. We value experiential/place based learning on the land and inside the classroom. We strive to use the best research-driven teaching methods that foster learner agency and student-led learning experiences.

You can learn more about being a teacher or school administrator 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!

Important application requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the qualifications listed below. Please note that our selection is based solely on the information you provide in your application. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit, we encourage you to review the resource page on Yukon.ca.

Essential Qualifications Bachelor of Education

Recent classroom teaching experience and/or Teacher Candidate Practicum experience in intermediate grades.

Experience integrating experiential and project-based learning across the curriculum.

Experience and training in teaching and assessment strategies to support comprehensive literacy and foundational numeracy programming.Desired knowledge, skills, and suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills, and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture: Knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of First Nations people and a culturally diverse student population.

Experience embedding student-engaged assessment into teaching, learning, and assessment as an integral part of communicating student learning.

Ability to support social-emotional learning, character education, positive well-being, and restorative practices in the classroom and school setting.

Experience with outdoor programming and leading multi-day overnight trips with intermediate students.

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

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment: Successful applicants will be required to undergo a security clearance including vulnerable sector check.

To be a Teacher in Yukon, you must be certified in another Canadian province/ territory first.

Yukon First Nations 101 to be completed within one year.

Additional Information

Candidates who possess qualifications, skills, and personal attributes that are appropriate for the assignment who do not hold a valid teaching certificate, at request, may be granted a letter of permission as a teacher issued in accordance with the Education Act

If you are a permanent (indeterminate) teacher in a Yukon school, you will need to seek permission from your Superintendent to apply on this temporary job

Qualified applicants for teacher vacancies shall be hired based Article 49 Teacher Priority Hiring of the Yukon Association of Education Professionals Collective Agreement.

To apply on this position, please visit yukon.ca/employment

For more information about this position, please contact: Jesse Ward, Principal at jesse.ward@yukon.ca.

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Heather Dickert, Teacher Recruitment Coordinator, at Heather.Dickert@yukon.ca.

For more information about how a career with the Yukon government can help you grow your abilities, develop your skills, earn a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while making a difference in the lives of Yukoners, we encourage you to click the links below!

Benefits and leave

Learning and development

Health and wellbeing

Diversity and inclusion

Terms of employment

Are you curious about what living in the Yukon is like?

Learn about Yukon life, including Yukon First Nations, arts and culture, recreation, housing, and education.