Learning & Numeracy Support Specialist (LAT)

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Christ the King Elementary School in Whitehorse, Yukon, seeks a Learning Assistant Teacher to support numeracy instruction and manage student educational plans. The role combines direct classroom support with case management and collaboration with the classroom teacher, lasting through June 11, 2027.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Education or equivalent and have leadership in numeracy, experience creating IEPs/SSPs, and be versed in First Nations perspectives and trauma-informed

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent required.
• Masters level coursework in numeracy instruction and/or special education is preferred.
• Leadership experience in numeracy instruction is expected.
• Experience identifying, implementing, and assessing targeted strength-based numeracy interventions.
• Experience developing, implementing, and revising IEPs/SSPs.
• Experience using First Peoples Ways of Knowing, Doing and Being to support students.
• Training in trauma-responsive educational practices is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and assessment to support staff with numeracy.
• Perform case management and support for students with educational plans.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to support student success.
• Incorporate First Nations perspectives and trauma-informed practices into instructional planning.

Skills

Numeracy leadership

IEP/SSP implementation

Trauma-informed practice

Culturally responsive teaching

Collaborative skills

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

Masters coursework in numeracy or special education

Job description

Christ the King Elementary School in Whitehorse, Yukon, seeks a Learning Assistant Teacher to support numeracy instruction and manage student educational plans. The role combines direct classroom support with case management and collaboration with the classroom teacher, lasting through June 11, 2027.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Education or equivalent and have leadership in numeracy, experience creating IEPs/SSPs, and be versed in First Nations perspectives and trauma-informed