Description
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.
F.H. Collins Secondary School is currently seeking a passionate educator to join our dynamic learning community. F.H.C is a dual-track English/French Immersion school serving approximately 780 students in grades 8 through 12. We provide students with a diverse range of academic, athletic performance, outdoor/experiential, trades, and arts programs. We are proud of our strong academic programming, cultural diversity, and commitment to meeting the needs of all learners.
Located in the capital city of Whitehorse, Yukon, F.H.C sits alongside the Yukon River on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council. Our school continuously works to honour First Nations ways of knowing, doing, and being, and we value our deep connections with families and the broader community.
School: F.H Collins Secondary school
Position: Temporary Math and Science teacher
FTE: 0.857
Start Date: Aug 21, 2025
End Date: June 12, 2026
Assignment: Grade 9 - 12 Math and Science
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 with university courses in Science and/or Math
- Recent classroom experience teaching science and/or math at the secondary level
- Recent experience with differentiated instruction and principles of inclusion
- Recent classroom experience using competency-based instruction and evaluation
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
- A knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of First Nations people of Yukon and a culturally diverse student population
- Experience working with, and effectively supporting, students with learning difficulties
- Ability and interest in working to support whole school goals beyond the classroom (e.g., sports, experiential opportunities, clubs)
- Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction using current competency-based assessment, curriculum, pedagogy and practice;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work positively and collaboratively with students, parents, school staff, leadership, and the school community
- Experience incorporating First Nations ways of knowing, doing and being into science and/or math;
- Ability to adapt and modify strategies and curriculum to meet a range of learning abilities
- Willingness and ability to teach all relevant Learning Standards and foster an experiential learning philosophy;
- Superior classroom management, planning and organizational skills;
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 this position, please contact:, Principal Ruth Burridge at
If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Karnika Bains, Human Resources Consultant at,
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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.
