Description
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 Learning Together Program Teacher to join the Elijah Smith Elementary School team. In this role, you will collaborate with educators, parents, and community members to develop and facilitate inclusive educational experiences for children and families. This is a dynamic position that requires creativity, organizational skills, and a commitment to fostering an environment where learning is a shared journey. Elijah Smith Elementary School is a Kindergarten to Grade 7 elementary school, located on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än council. We pride ourselves on integrating on the land learning and social-emotional learning into the curriculum. This position provides an opportunity to work as a Learning Together Program Teacher at ESES for the 2024/2025 school year.
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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!
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.
Essential Qualifications
• Bachelor of Education
• Experience in preschool/Kindergarten or Primary programing focused on Play Based education (such as Learning Together);
• Experience teaching in classrooms with a wide range of abilities and learning styles;
• Specialization in early childhood or primary education; or equivalent
Desired knowledge, skills, and suitability
The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills, and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture:
• Experience in specific teaching style such as Reggio Emilia and or Montessori would be an asset.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations and a culturally diverse student population;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills working with students, parents, administration, other staff members and consultants;
• Experience in or willingness to learn about and incorporate the Reggio Emilia approach;
• Experience in or willingness to learn and incorporate components of a Montessori approach;
• Strong classroom management, planning and organizational skills;
• Ability to deliver differentiated, integrated, student-centered teaching;
• Ability to lead early learning activities, including stories, music and art, to help children grow linguistically, physically, socially and emotionally;
• Ability to work as a member of a professional team and willingness to participate in the total school program;
• Ability to be flexible to support students in unique situations;
• Ability to integrate experiential learning opportunities in the curriculum;
• Ability to develop a play based environment.
• Commitment and willingness to support and implement school wide philosophies and initiatives.
Conditions of Employment
This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:
• Successful applicants will be required to undergo a security clearance including vulnerable sector check.
• To be a Teacher in Yukon, you must be certified in another Canadian province/ territory first.
• 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.
Qualified applicants for teacher vacancies shall be hired based Article 49 Teacher Priority Hiring of the Yukon Association of Education Professionals Collective Agreement..
To apply to this position, please visit Yukon.ca/employment
For more information about this position, please contact: Paul McFayden, Principal - ESES at Paul.McFayden@yukon.ca
If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Heather Dickert, Teacher Recruitment Coordinator at Heather.Dickert@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!
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