Temp Educational Assistant

Government of Yukon; Dawson City; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Service School in Dawson City, Yukon, invites applications for Educational Assistant. Start Date: August 20, 2026; End Date: June 4, 2027. The role supports students with diverse needs, collaborates with teachers and families, and promotes inclusive, culturally aware learning.

Qualified candidates bring Grade 12, experience with children/youth, and awareness of First Nations contexts. AEA-specific training and post-secondary credentials are assets, with security clearance required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
• Experience working with children and/or youth.
• Experience working with children and/or youth with special needs would be considered an asset.
• Post-secondary training in educational assistant, exceptionality worker, special education assistant, early childhood education, or a related field would be considered an asset.
• Experience working with neuro-diverse young children, assisting with activities such as lifting, toileting, and/or facilitating physical therapy exercises would be an asset.
• Experience using and/or assisting with assistive technology (ex; AAC device, Clicker 8, Google Read & Write) would be an asset.
• Experience working in a Yukon First Nations setting and in teaching First Nations students would be an asset.

Skills

Experience with children

Special needs support

Assistive technology familiarity

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Educational Assistant training

First Nations cultural awareness

Security clearance

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.

Robert Service School is a vibrant K–12 learning community of approximately 190 students located in the heart of Dawson City on Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Territory. Our school is supported by a dedicated and diverse team of educators and staff, working in partnership with the RSS/TH Administrative Team, families, and the broader community.

Through Section 17.7 of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Self-Government Agreement, Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and the Government of Yukon share responsibility for lifelong learning on Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory. Together, we co-govern the administration, design, and delivery of education, creating an integrated learning environment grounded in Dënezhu and local ways of knowing, being, and doing.

As members of this community, we are guided by the principles of Tr’ëhude—living and moving through the world in a good way. These values shape our relationships, our learning, and our commitment to one another.

At Robert Service School, we believe every learner has unique strengths, interests, and aspirations. By listening to and learning alongside our students, we strive to provide meaningful opportunities that meet their individual needs, nurture their sense of purpose, and support them in becoming confident, capable members of their community and the wider world.

If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you!

School: Robert Service School

Location: Dawson City

Position: Educational Assistant

FTE: 1.0 x 2

Start Date: August 20, 2026

End Date:June 4, 2027

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 children and/or youth
• Experience working with children and/or youth with special needs would be considered an asset
• Post-secondary training in educational assistant, exceptionality worker, special education assistant, early childhood education, or a related field would be considered an asset
• Experience working with neuro-diverse young children, assisting with activities such as lifting, toileting, and/or facilitating physical therapy exercises would be an asset.
• Experience using and/or assisting with assistive technology (ex; AAC device, Clicker 8, Google Read & Write) would be an asset
• Experience working in a Yukon First Nations setting and in teaching First Nations students would be an asset

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills, and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture:

• Familiarity with Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in culture and in teaching First Nations students;
• 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.
• Awareness of the unique challenges of northern education

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successful applicants will be required to undergo a security clearance including vulnerable sector check.
• 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

For more information about the position, please contact: Helen McCullough, principal, [e-mail]

If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Serafina Christine, HR Consultant, [e-mail]

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