Teacher-On-Call Whitehorse

Yukon Education; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Yukon Education is seeking teachers on call for the 2024/2025 school year in Whitehorse. Responsibilities include delivering lesson plans, managing classrooms, and collaborating with educators. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and experience working with children. This role requires effective communication skills and sensitivity to diverse cultures.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in educational or childcare settings.
• Valid Teacher Regulation Branch Certificate or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver set lesson plans and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Manage students and expectations, collaborating with educators.

Skills

Effective communication

Judgment

Sensitivity to cultures

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor of Education

Job description

Our goal is to support all learners in developing the essential skills, knowledge, and personal qualities they need to thrive in life.

Location and Administration

Located on the Traditional Territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta'an Kwäch'än Council, our public schools in Whitehorse are operated by three school authorities: Yukon Education, First Nation School Board, and the Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon.

Position Overview

We are seeking teachers on call for the 2024/2025 school year.

Our teachers on call replace regular classroom teachers or education assistants on an as-needed basis. Responsibilities include delivering set lesson plans, maintaining a positive learning environment, managing students and expectations, and collaborating with educators to ensure student success. Additional duties may include supervising students during recess and lunch, as well as participating in arrival and dismissal routines.

Application Requirements

Please submit your resume demonstrating how you meet each qualification. Highlight relevant work experiences and duties. Selection is based solely on the information provided in your resume. For resume preparation guidance, visit this resource page.

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma
• Experience working with children in educational or childcare settings
• Bachelor of Education (Elementary, Middle, or Secondary) or equivalent training (asset)
• Valid Teacher Regulation Branch Certificate or in progress (asset)

Knowledge, Skills, and Suitability

Candidates should possess:

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions with minimal supervision
• Effective communication skills demonstrating courtesy and tact
• Judgment to determine appropriate actions within established procedures
• Knowledge of spoken and written French (required for CSFY positions)
• Sensitivity to Yukon First Nations cultures and a diverse student population

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment:

• Maintain RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check

Application Documents

After applying, submit the following documents for review:

• 2-3 references
• Recent teaching or practicum reports
• Transcripts
• Credential copy
• Teaching certificate copy

Do not include these documents in your initial application submission.

Additional Information

Click here for information about being a Teacher on Call, including pay rates based on credentials.

For questions about this position, please contact us.

To learn more about the First Nation School Board, click here.