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.

Elijah Smith Elementary is a welcoming and inclusive K–7 school community in Whitehorse that values relationships, land-based learning, and Yukon First Nations ways of knowing, doing, and being. We believe that all students can thrive when they are seen, supported, and challenged within a caring, culturally responsive environment.

Our Learning Assistance Teacher (LAT) plays a vital leadership role in this work—supporting teachers, Educational Assistants, and families to design meaningful interventions that help every student reach their potential.

The Learning Assistance

Teacher provides instructional leadership in inclusive practices across the school. Working collaboratively with classroom teachers, educational assistants, and the school-based team, the LAT supports program design, coordinates individual learning and behaviour plans, and implements evidence-based interventions to help students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

This position includes both direct student support and school-wide collaboration to build capacity in literacy, behaviour, and differentiation. The successful candidate will be an educator who is compassionate, reflective, and committed to decolonizing and inclusive education.

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

School: Elijah Smith Elementary School

Location:



Whitehorse

Position: Learning Assistance teacher

FTE: 1.0

Start Date: ASAP

End date: December 18, 2026

Assignment: LAT

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

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

- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or equivalent from a recognized institution and valid Yukon Teacher Certification or eligibility to obtain certification.
- Specialization or coursework in Special Education or Inclusive Education.
- Specialization or coursework in autism spectrum disorder.
- Teaching experience in an elementary classroom with students performing at a wide range of achievement levels and diverse learning styles, including multiple students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Student Learning Plans (SLPs), and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs).
- Experience designing and leading the implementation of IEPs, SLPs and BSPs.
- Familiarity with the Neurosequential Model in Education (NME) and Ready to Learn School practices.
- Training and experience in trauma-responsive educational practices.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to create inclusive, accessible, and flexible learning environments.
- Training and experience with structured literacy programs such as Orton-Gillingham, Barton, Wilson, or Reading Rev (strong asset).
- Experience using formal and informal assessment tools to identify student learning needs and monitor progress toward IEP/SLP goals.
- Ability to analyze student data to inform instructional decisions and intervention planning.
- Commitment to ongoing career development in inclusive practices, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based interventions.
- Demonstrated flexibility, initiative, and organizational skills to effectively manage a dynamic caseload

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

- Knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations and a culturally diverse student population.




- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and robust relationships with students, families, staff, and administrators.
- Ability to include and support Educational Assistants in the implementation of IEPs, BSPs, and Safety Plans.
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to implement social-emotional learning and trauma-informed approaches.
- Demonstrated commitment to differentiated instruction and assessment practices that meet the needs of all learners.
- Capacity to adapt curriculum to accommodate a wide range of learning needs and styles, including students on IEPs.
- Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including counsellors, speech-language pathologists, and occupational therapists.
- Willingness to work as part of a professional, collaborative team and to actively support school-wide initiatives and the school growth plan.
- Proficiency with a variety of educational and assistive technologies.
- Understanding of positive behaviour supports, preventative practices, resiliency frameworks, restorative justice, and trauma-informed care.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and decolonizing education.

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:

- To be a Teacher in Yukon, you must hold a Teacher Certification in another Canadian province/territory first;
- Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check.
- 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.
- Relocation may be available.

For more information about this position, please contact: Jim Snider, Principal at [email protected]

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Devi Prasad K S, HR Consultant, [email protected] For more information about Yukon, visit here

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.

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