Temporary Teacher Grade 8/9 - Teslin Khàtìnas.àxh Community School

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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 Khàtìnas.àxh Community School team . The KCS school is located on t he Traditional Territory of Teslin Tlingit Council. The Inland Tlingit community of Teslin is located on the picturesque shores of Teslin Lake in the southern Yukon at historical Mile 804 on the Alaska Highway.  Khàtìna s.àxh Community School serves 50 - 60 pre-kindergarten to grade 9 students and offers an alternative high school program in a rural setting.  Khàtìnas.àxh Community School is multicultural: the majority being citizens of the Teslin Tlingit Council First Nation (TTC).  The school has close connections to the community, with First Nations ways of knowing and doing embedded in the school program and learning environment. We are moving towards a Land-based way of learning with an expectation for students to be learning on the land in place-based models as much as possible.  As KCS moves towards an inclusive Outdoor and Place Based Learning school we are ensuring strong ties to local First Nation values, traditions, and culturally relevant learning opportunities entwined into the Yukon Curriculum. We are looking for people with dynamic skills in classroom management, place-based learning, and the ability to work with local First Nation, community stakeholders, and parents/caregivers to provide a holistic approach to learning.

This position provides an opportunity for educators to work closely with community and Stakeholders to build close relationships to help grow a culturally responsive and student-centred approach to learning. The focus is building students with efficacies in literacy, numeracy, and social responsibility in both the classroom and outdoors.

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

School:  Khàtìnas.àxh Community School

Location: Teslin - this is an in person role requiring the teacher to live in Teslin, YT

Position: Teacher grade 8 and 9

FTE: 1.0

Start Date:  ASAP

End Date: March 26, 2027

Assignment: Grade 8/9 Teacher

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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

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

• Bachelor of Education
• Recent teaching experience at the grade 7-9 range;
• Experience in assessment for learning and differentiating instruction;
• Experience with balanced literacy included modeled, shared, guided and independent reading and writing practices and vocabulary strategies and methodologies;
• Experience incorporating outdoor educational experiences and field trips into the curricular studies;
• Recent experience working with First Nation students and families in an educational setting/environment would be an asset;
• Experience working with Learning Assistance teacher to support students with a broad ability range;
• Experience writing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Student Support Plans (SSPs) in an elementary school;
• Experience in adapting curriculum to meet a range of learning abilities and styles is an asset;
• Experience using a student record system for IEPs and SSPs would be an asset;
• Experience working with students with Autism is an asset;
• Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) is an asset;
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training is an asset;

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• A philosophy of inclusive education and excellent communications skills to work with students, staff, parents, and the greater community in meeting the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students;
• Ability to play a leadership role with the School Based Team and classroom teachers in implementing differentiated instruction and assessment practices and in developing, supporting and evaluating appropriate Individual Education Plans;
• Skilled in practical applications of behaviour management, classroom management, planning and organizational skills
• Experience identifying and making appropriate referrals and interpreting and implementing recommendations from specialized assessments;
• Ability and willingness to become an important participant of the administrative team, in school planning, and promoting the well-being of all staff and students;
• Strong understanding of Yukon First Nation ways of knowing and traditional cultural values;
• Ability to work collaboratively with Yukon First Nation governments, Community Education Liaison Coordinator, council officials and families;
• Knowledge of mental health resources and all community resources required for elementary students;
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations 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  here
• Yukon First Nations 101 , to be completed at your first opportunity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• 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.

Relocation might be available.

For more information about this position, please contact: Dr. Rea Postoloski at Rea.Postoloski@yukon.ca

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Desiree Martsinkiw at Desiree.Martsinkiw@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

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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.