2026-2027 Teacher-On-Call Dawson City

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check

Job summary

Government of Yukon is seeking teacher on calls for Robert Service School in Dawson City for the 2026/2027 school year. These positions replace regular classroom teachers on an as-needed basis, delivering set lesson plans and maintaining a positive learning climate.

Successful candidates will have a High School Diploma and ideally a Bachelor of Education, with a Teacher Regulation Branch Certificate or progress. A RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check is required to apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting
• Bachelor of Education (Elementary, Middle or Secondary) would be an asset
• A valid Teacher Regulation Branch Certificate, or in progress would be an asset

Responsibilities

• Deliver set lesson plans
• Maintain a positive learning climate in the school
• Manage students and expectations in classrooms and broader learning environments
• Collaborate with other educators as needed to ensure student success
• Supervise students during recess/lunch and assist with arrival/dismissal duties

Skills

Positive learning environment

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor of Education (Elementary, Middle or Secondary)

Teacher Regulation Branch Certificate (in progress would be an asset)

Job 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.

Public schools in Yukon Communities are operated by three school authorities: Yukon Education (Department of Education), First Nation School Board (FNSB) and Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon (CSFY). To learn more about these authorities.

There are 14 Yukon First Nations and 8 traditional language groups in the Yukon. To learn more about each Yukon First Nation.

Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon recently introduced École Nomade to the Programme francophone de Dawson. To learn more about French programs in Dawson.

Yukon Education is looking for teacher on calls for Robert Service School in Dawson City for the 2026/2027 school year. To learn more about the school and community: Robert Service School - Hätrʼunohtän zho.

At Robert Service School, in partnership with Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and our school community, we're committed to Connecting Learners and Learning to People and Place. We share and live our lives in a unique and 'resource-rich' international community, which has a special place in understanding Canadian and world history because of the Klondike Gold Rush. We have a highly dedicated and diverse staff supported by a tremendously engaged community that works with us to provide unparalleled opportunities for place-based learning.

Guided by the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in concepts of Tr’ëhude – living in a good way - and - Hǫzǫ łëkʼä̀trʼë̀nòcha – taking good care of each other - we work collaboratively with partners and students to provide quality and, as necessary, adjusted and differentiated learning experiences foundational for each student's school and life-long success.

Teacher on calls replace regular classroom teachers or education assistants on an as needed basis. They are responsible for delivering set lesson plans, maintaining the positive learning climate of the school, managing students and expectations in the classroom and broader learning environments, and collaborating with other educators as needed to ensure the success of the students in their class. Supervising students during recess/lunch breaks as well as participating in arrival and dismissal duties may also be part of the daily responsibilities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• High School Diploma
• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting
• Bachelor of Education (Elementary, Middle or Secondary) degree, or equivalent training would be an asset
• A valid Teacher Regulation Branch Certificate, or in progress would be an asset

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:

• Ability to understand and effectively carry out general oral and written instructions with a minimum of supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively using courtesy and tact in the explanation and exchange of information
• Ability to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action within limits of established methods and procedures
• A proven ability to develop a positive learning environment in the classroom and evidence of strong organization and classroom management skills
• Successful experience integrating local Indigenous culture and traditions into curriculum, or familiarity with and understanding of local Indigenous culture and commitment to integrate it into the curriculum
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations students as well as a culturally diverse student population
• Successful experience working collaboratively with rural school communities, Yukon First Nations and local partners to support student learning and foster positive relationships.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment:

• Have and maintain RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check.

Contact details

If you have any questions about this position, please contact: [e-mail]

To learn more about the First Nation School Board.

To learn more about Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon.