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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.
We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the J.V.Clark School team . JV Clark is hiring a permanent full-time Educational Assistant with a start date of August 21st.
JV Clark School is a small, rural school with approximately 60 students which means class sizes are smaller than would be expected in urban schools. This allows teachers to develop strong relationships with students and families. The school community strives to inculcate hands-on experiences with the BC curriculum. This year alone, the school welcomed experts in the following activities: drum making, cedar paddle carving, rabbit snaring, canoeing, herbal medicines, traditional foods, basket weaving, fiddle, guitar, ukelele, dog mushing, moose hair tufting, beading, felting, soap making - to name just a few! JV Clark School is a happy school with strong comradery amongst staff and strong connection to the local community of 500 people. We have a tight-knit and energetic staff who embrace new ideas and unique opportunities. The school principal strongly values continued learning and encourages and supports staff participation in choice Professional Development.
Mayo is situated alongside the confluences of the Mayo and Stewart Rivers. It is a beautiful place, surrounded by evergreen and birch forests affording outdoor enthusiasts plenty to do including canoeing - flatwater and river, hiking, fishing, hunting, bird watching, skiing, snowmobiling, motocross - just to name a few things to do here! Aside from the 500 or so humans that reside here, there are also frequent sightings of bears, deer, and moose. Beavers are at work in the Mayo River chopping down tress for their lodges and woodpeckers are often heard tapping away on distant trees. At night, walkers will hear the distant hooting of owls as well. The air is fresh and Nature is alive and well in Mayo and the surrounding environs.
The Village of Mayo and the are active participants in the community and there is no shortage of activities happening on a weekly basis including painting classes, yoga classes, daily exercise classes, free ice skating in winter, and plenty of festivals occurring throughout the year. For those with dogs, Mayo is a very dog-friendly location with many landlords accepting tenants with well-behaved dogs. Mayo is a great place to live and work. It is quiet, peaceful, and tranquil place and only a 4-hour drive for a weekend getaway to Whitehorse or 2 hours to the historical delight that is Dawson City
Educational Assistants are valuable members of the JVC team. Successful candidates will work 1:1, in small groups and with whole classes under the direction of the classroom teacher, and the Learning Assistance Teacher, while reporting to the school Principal. A successful EA encourages learners to find their best selves while also helping to keep regulated. Collaboration with teachers is essential for successful implementation of daily and long-term learning plans. EAs are encouraged to bring to the table their own skills and passions which could be used for school-wide workshops.
You can learn more about being an educational assistant 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: JV Clark School
Position: Educational assistant
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: August 21 , 2025
End Date: June 21, 2026
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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:
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Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
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Experience working with youth
Fluency in both English and French would be considered an asset
Post-secondary training in educational assistant, exceptionality worker, special education assistant, or a related field would be considered 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
For more information about the process, please contact Karnika Bains, Human Resources Consultant at
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