2026/2027 Teacher on Call - Teslin

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Khàtìnas.àxh Community School in Teslin is seeking on-call teachers for the 2026/2027 school year. Responsibilities include delivering set lessons, maintaining a positive classroom climate, managing students, and collaborating with educators to ensure student success.

Applicants should have a Bachelor of Education or equivalent training, a teaching certificate or in progress, and experience with children in school settings. Preference for knowledge of Indigenous culture and local communities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required and a Bachelor of Education is preferred.
• Experience with children in school or childcare settings is essential.
• A teaching certificate or current certification process is an asset.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver set lesson plans and manage classroom expectations.
• Maintain a positive learning climate and supervise students during recess and dismissal.
• Collaborate with other educators to support student success.
• Engage with Yukon First Nations and rural communities to support learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Culturally responsive teaching

Differentiated instruction

Collaborative skills

Indigenous culture knowledge

Education

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 click here.

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

Yukon Education is looking for teacher on calls for Khàtìnas.àxh Community School in Teslin for the 2026/2027 school year. To learn more about the school and community, please visit Khàtìnas.àxh Community School.

The Inland Tlingit community of Teslin is located on the shores of Teslin Lake in the southern Yukon. The community was first settled in the mid 19th century by Coastal Tlingit traders and explorers who had been travelling inland regularly in earlier times. The village became more permanent during the 1940s when the Alaska Highway was built through the area.

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.

Important application requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca.

• 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
• Ability to use a variety of teaching and learning strategies to accommodate the learning needs of all students
• Ability to develop a positive learning environment in the classroom and evidence of strong organization and classroom management skills
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations students as well as a culturally diverse student population
• 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
• 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.

Required Documents

• 2 to 3 recent and relevant references (these will need to be added to your application)
• Transcripts from your program
• A copy of the credential received after completing your program
• A copy of your teaching certificate

Contact details

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

To learn more about the First Nation School Board click here

To learn more about Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon, click here