Inclusive Education Assistant (Temporary)

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Yukon, Department of Education, invites applications for a Temporary Educational Assistant at Dámbü Tän Kets'ádań Kų̀ - Cliff Trail Elementary School in Whitehorse, Yukon. Start date October 13, 2026, end date June 11, 2027, FTE 1.0.

This role supports students, teachers and families in an inclusive classroom. Applicants should demonstrate Grade 12 or equivalent, and asset experience with special needs students; post‑secondary training in related fields is an asset.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
• Experience working with children with special needs would be considered an asset.
• Post-secondary training in educational assistant, exceptionality worker, special education assistant, teacher education, or a related field would be considered an asset.
• Experience integrating self-regulation and social-emotional care practices in the classroom is an asset.

Skills

Ability to work effectively with

Adaptability

Team player

Organizational & interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-management / minimal supervision

Education

Grade 12 graduation or equivalent

Post-secondary training in educational assistant or related field

Experience with children with special needs asset

Job description

The Government of Yukon, Department of Education, invites applications for a Temporary Educational Assistant at Dámbü Tän Kets'ádań Kų̀ - Cliff Trail Elementary School in Whitehorse, Yukon. Start date October 13, 2026, end date June 11, 2027, FTE 1.0.

This role supports students, teachers and families in an inclusive classroom. Applicants should demonstrate Grade 12 or equivalent, and asset experience with special needs students; post‑secondary training in related fields is an asset.