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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 talented individual to join the Porter Creek Secondary School team. PCSS is a comprehensive school with a solid reputation for hands-on programming, First Nations ways of knowing, doing and being, and connection to the community. PCSS displays excellence in Athletics, Arts and Academics.

This position provides the opportunity to join a dynamic, inclusive, staff team dedicated to student success. PCSS staff understand the significance of working with families, our community and First Nations to deliver on the promise of an education based on care.

This 1.0 FTE LAT role will involve case management and programming for students with both high and low incidence disabilities You can learn more about being a teacher or school administrator including salary, terms, and conditions of employment and how to apply visit our .

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

Location: Whitehorse, Yukon

Position: Learning Assistance TeacherFTE: 1.0 Start Date: ASAPEnd Date: January 05, 2027Assignment: Temporary Learning Assistance teacher for Grades 8-12Important 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,



we encourage you to review the resource page on .QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience: Bachelor of Education or equivalent

Experience within the last three years identifying and implementing targeted strength-based literacy and numeracy interventions in a secondary school setting Experience developing, implementing, and revising Individual Education Plans, Student Learning Plans, Behaviour Support Plans, and Safety Plans

Experience participating in case management as part of a multi-disciplinary team for students with diverse learning needs at a secondary level.

Recent experience using trauma-informed and relational-based strategies to ensure student successDESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:Candidates should have and may be assessed on their: Superior classroom management, planning and organizational skills;Willingness and ability to teach all relevant Learning Standards and foster an experiential learning philosophy;Ability to adapt and modify curriculum to meet a range of learning abilities while incorporating cultural values and traditions into curricular components;Excellent communication and interpersonal skills working with students, parents, administration and other staff members;Ability to differentiate instruction using current assessment for learning pedagogy and practice;Willingness and ability to work as a member of a professional team to promote and work collaboratively to support school initiatives and the total school program;A knowledge and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of First Nations people of Yukon 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 Yukon First Nations 101 , to be completed at your first opportunity.

For more information about the position,

📌 Temporary Learning Assistance teacher for Grades 8-12 (Yukon)
🏢 York Region District School Board
📍 Yukon