EA - Teslin

Yukon Education; Teslin; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Yukon Education is seeking an Educational Assistant for Khàtìnas.àxh Community School in Teslin, Yukon. The role focuses on providing practical support to students in classroom and on the land learning settings while collaborating with teachers, parents, and community stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have post-secondary training in educational assistant or related fields, experience with First Nation students, and knowledge of autism-related supports.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
• Experience working with youth with special needs is an asset.
• Autism training is an asset.
• Post-secondary training in educational assistant or related field is an asset.
• Experience with First Nation students in a diverse community is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Work with students, teachers, and parents.
• Adapt to various situations in classroom and on land learning contexts.
• Collaborate as a member of a team.
• Demonstrate organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Engage in assignments within classroom and on-the-land learning activities.

Skills

Grade 12

Youth with special needs

Autism training

Experience with First Nation students

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Educational assistant training (post-secondary)

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.

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.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the Khàtìnas.àxh Community School team. The KCS school strives to make Place Based and Traditional teachings On the Land a Priority for all learning opportunities with students. This position provides opportunities to work effectively with students, teachers, parents, and community stakeholders; Opportunity to work within a wide variety of situations; Opportunity to work as a member of a team; Opportunities to showcase good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; Opportunities to explore and undertake a variety of assignments within the classroom setting and in on the land learning situations.

School: Khàtìnas.àxh Community School

Location: Teslin - this is an in person role requiring the teacher to live in Teslin, YT

Position: Educational Assistant

FTE: 2 x 1.0

Start Date: August 20, 2026

End Date: June 4, 2027

Assignment: Educational Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent


• Experience working with youth with special needs would be considered an asset


• Experience working with youth with special needs with training in Autism would be an asset


• Post-secondary training in educational assistant, exceptionality worker, special education assistant, or a related field would be considered an asset


• Experience working with First Nation students in a culturally diverse community would be considered and 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;


• Experience working with children with Autism is an asset


• Experience working with students in outdoor learning environments is an asset

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


• Standard First Aid Certificate or a willingness to complete within 3 months


• Completion of the Educational Assistant Module by the end of the school year

Relocation might be available.

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!

• Benefits and leave


• Learning and development


• Health and wellbeing


• Diversity and inclusion


• Terms of employment

Are you curious about what living in the Yukon is like?

Learn about Yukon life, including Yukon First Nations, arts and culture, recreation, housing, and education.

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Serafina Christine at [e-mail]

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.

For more information about this position, please contact: Dr. Rea Postoloski at [e-mail]