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 Holy Family Elementary School team. The HFES school acknowledges and respects, and are grateful for the opportunity to work, learn and play within the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council. We strive to strengthen the relationships and partnerships between home, school, students and the community.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

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

• Bachelor of Education;
• Teaching experience in elementary grades;
• Teaching experience in the use of current, research-based practices for literacy and numeracy learning;
• Teaching experience using Assessment for Learning strategies;
• Teaching experience or studies for how to teach and support English language learners
• Teaching experience with integration of social and emotional learning throughout classroom programming.
• Experience incorporating First Peoples Principles of Learning across the curriculum;
• Experience using various technology, including Epson boards, will be an asset

NOTE: Candidates who have education, training and/or experience equivalent to the education criteria listed above may be equally considered

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• Strong ability to adapt and modify curriculum to meet a range of learning styles and abilities;
• Strong ability to develop differentiated instructional opportunities for students, to collaborate with LAT teachers and educational assistants;
• Ability to use trauma-informed approaches to develop effective relationships with students
• Ability to assess students’ learning and report progress to parents/guardians using Assessment for Learning and outcome-based grading principles on a competency-based curricular framework;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills working with parents, staff members, consultants, and community agencies;
• Willingness and ability to participate in the total school program, including religious education;
• Willingness to support the school mission statement and participate in all religious activities;
• An appreciation of the cultural diversity of the Yukon with the ability to incorporate and promote this diversity within the faith life of the school community;
• Knowledge of and sensitivity towards the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations and a culturally diverse student population

Please refer the Job description for details