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 Jack Hulland Elementary School team. The JHES 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.

Jack Hulland

Elementary is a Kindergarten to Grade 7 neighborhood school aiming to foster a welcoming, safe, and inclusive educational environment; one where each student is supported to meet their full potential.

This position provides an opportunity to work as a 1.0 FTE Educational Assistant, interacting with students 1-on-1, within small groups, in Shared Resource Classrooms with vulnerable students, or within whole classroom instruction – building on academics, supporting and promoting positive behaviours, and interacting with students in a developmentally responsive manner for the duration of the 2026/2027 school year.





You can learn more about being an educational assistant 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!

School: Jack Hulland Elementary

Position: Education assistant

FTE: 1.0 FTE

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: June 11, 2027

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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

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

- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent;
- Experience working with children;
- Post-secondary training in Exceptionalities Worker Program, Special Education, Teacher Education, Early Childhood Education, Social Services or Medical Services would be an asset;
- Experience working with neuro-diverse students will be an asset.




- Knowledge and practice relating to a Ready to Learn Schools/Developmentally Responsive Approach to meet the diverse needs of students would be an asset.
- Experience working alongside medically complex students would be an asset.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

- Ability to work effectively with students, teachers and parents;
- Adaptability to cope with a wide variety of situations;
- Ability to work as a member of a team;
- Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
- Flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments;
- Ability to work with minimal supervision;

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

- Criminal Record/RCMP Check with Vulnerable Sector ; to be provide before the first day of employment, dated no more than 3 months prior to your start date
- Standard First Aid ; to be provided within 3 months of the first day of employment
- Completion of the Education Assistant YG Learn course by the end of the school year

For more information about the position, please contact: Jeff Hills, Principal at [email protected] more information about the position, please contact Serafina Christine, HR consultant at [email protected] For more information about how a career with the Yukon government can help you grow your abilities, develop your skills, earn a market-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
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- Health and wellbeing
- Diversity and inclusion
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