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.
F.H. Collins Secondary School is currently seeking a passionate educator to join our dynamic learning community. F.H.C is a dual-track English/French Immersion school serving approximately 780 students in grades 8 through 12. We provide students with a diverse range of academic, athletic performance, outdoor/experiential, trades, and arts programs. We are proud of our strong academic programming, cultural diversity, and commitment to meeting the needs of all learners.
Located in the capital city of Whitehorse, Yukon, F.H.C sits alongside the Yukon River on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council. Our school continuously works to honour First Nations ways of knowing, doing, and being, and we value our deep connections with families and the broader community.
This temporary Learning Assistance Teacher position is 1.0 FTE
School: F.H.Collins Secondary
Location: Whitehorse
Position: Temporary, Learning Assistance Teacher
FTE: 1.0 (5 positions @ 1.0)
Start Date: August 21, 2026
End Date: June 12, 2026
Assignment: Learning Assistance Teacher
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If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you!
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:
Bachelor of Education or equivalent;
Additional post-secondary coursework in Special Education;
Experience within the last three years identifying and implementing targeted strength-based literacy and numeracy interventions
Experience providing leadership, case management and instruction as part of a multi-disciplinary school-based team regarding programing for students with diverse learning needs and behavioural challenges;
Experience developing, implementing, and revising Individual Education Plans, Student Learning Plans, Behaviour Support Plans, and Safety Plans, to maximize student potential;
Experience using First Nations ways of Knowing, Doing and Being to support and instruct students academically, socially, and behaviourally;
Experience teaching a program-based classroom with students who have significant needs required for some of these multiple LAT postings; considered an asset for the other postings
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
Experience with transition planning and supporting students with exceptional needs.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills working with parents, staff members, consultants, and community agencies;
Knowledge of and sensitivity towards the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations and a culturally diverse student population.
Training and/or experience in trauma-responsive educational practices
Experience teaching or providing culturally and developmentally responsive approaches for positive behaviour
Experience with rural/remote populations an asset
Level B assessment certification may be considered an asset
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Criminal Record/RCMP Check with Vulnerable Sector; to be provided before the first day of employment, dated no more than 3 months prior to your start date
Yukon Teacher Certification; learn about the certification process
Yukon First Nations 101 , to be completed at your first opportunity.
For more information about the position, please contact Ruth Burridge, Principal, F.H.Collins Secondary School,
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact
Please do not submit your transcripts of Criminal Record checks as part of your application. We will reach out to successful candidates to request these during the onboarding process
