Expression of Interest: Sessional Instructors, Continuing Education

Yukon University; Whitehorse; Hybrid; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Yukon University’s Continuing Studies department seeks expressions of interest from qualified instructors, facilitators, and subject matter experts to teach non‑credit Continuing Studies and Northern Social Justice training courses on a casual contract basis. Courses are delivered face‑to‑face, online, hybrid, or community‑based across the Yukon.

Ideal candidates bring subject matter expertise, relevant professional experience, and a passion for adult learning.

Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise in Yukon-focused continuing education topics.
• Experience teaching or facilitating adult learners is an asset.

Skills

Leadership

Human Resources

Admin & Workplace Skills

Computer & Digital Skills

Bookkeeping & Finance

Communication & Conflict Resolution

Mediation & Facilitation

Small Business & Non-Profit

Workplace Health & Wellness

Northern Social Justice

Other Training Topics

Job description

Expression of Interest: Sessional Instructors, Continuing Education

Employment opportunity number: 26.44

Department: Continuing Studies

Term: Casual

Campus: Whitehorse, Ayamdigut

Yukon University’s Continuing Studies department seeks expressions of interest from qualified instructors, facilitators, and subject matter experts who can teach non‑credit Continuing Studies and Northern Social Justice training courses on a casual contract basis. Courses are delivered face‑to‑face, online, hybrid, or community‑based across the Yukon.

Expertise Areas

• Leadership & Management
• Human Resources
• Administrative & Workplace Skills
• Computer & Digital Skills (including Microsoft Office applications)
• Bookkeeping, Finance & Business Operations
• Communication, Conflict Resolution & Workplace Relations
• Mediation, Negotiation & Facilitation Skills
• Small Business, Non-Profit & Entrepreneurial Skills
• Workplace Health, Wellness & Psychological Safety
• Northern Social Justice and Community‑Based Training
• Other professional or workplace development topics relevant to Yukon communities and employers

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates bring subject matter expertise, relevant professional experience, and a passion for adult learning. Experience facilitating or teaching adult learners is an asset.

Applicants Are Encouraged to Identify

• Area(s) of expertise
• Relevant certifications, education, or professional designations
• Previous instructional, facilitation, or community‑based experience
• Preferred delivery format(s) and availability
• Ideas for potential course offerings, workshops, or emerging training topics

Please Submit

• A current resume or CV
• A brief cover letter or statement of interest
• A short overview of potential course topics or training areas you would be interested in teaching
• A summary of relevant professional and instructional experience

To explore current programming, visit Continuing Studies Programs.

Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however qualified candidates who self‑identify as Yukon First Nations, Metis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry will be given priority.

Contact

Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted.

Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.