Grade 7 French Immersion Teacher

Join the team at the Department of Education with the Yukon government!

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. We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the Selkirk Elementary School team.

Selkirk Elementary School is located within the traditional territory of the people of Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council. Selkirk Elementary School is a dual track English/French elementary school, Grades K - 7 with a student population of approximately 390. Key to Selkirk Elementary School’s philosophy is the incorporation of social emotional learning, developmentally responsive practice, structured literacy practices and strong numeracy programming.

This position is for a Temporary Grade 7 French Immersion position.

You can learn more about being a teacher or school administrator including salary, terms, and conditions of employment and how to apply visit our website. If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you!

Important application requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the qualifications listed below. Please note that our selection is based solely on the information you provide in your application. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit, we encourage you to review the resource page on Yukon.ca.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor of Education or equivalent with specialization in elementary education;

Fully fluent in French and English.

Post-secondary training in teaching French Immersion and/or second language acquisition would be an asset;

Recent teaching experience and/or pre-service practicum teaching experience in elementary French Immersion Programming 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:

Knowledge of effective instructional practices in literacy and numeracy including the ability to apply assessment for, as and of student learning within an inclusive French Immersion context;

Effective classroom management, planning, and organization skills;

Strong communication and interpersonal skills working with students, parents, administration, other staff members, and consultants;

Willingness to deliver curriculum through outdoor experiential activities;

Ability to work as a member of a professional team and willingness to participate in the total school program;

Ability to provide positive intervention in a developmentally responsive way including the promotion of student self-regulation and restorative approach;

Knowledge of and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations people and a culturally diverse student population.

Conditions of Employment

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

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

To be a Teacher in Yukon, you must be certified in another Canadian province/ territory first.

Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent

Yukon First Nations 101 to be completed within one year.

Additional Information

If you are interested in the teaching position, please indicate clearly in your resume that you are bilingual (oral and written skills) and your proficiency in both official languages. French Language Proficiency will be tested as part of the assessment process.

As English is the administrative language in the Government of Yukon, your cover letter and resume must be submitted in English.

Relocation may be available.

Qualified applicants for teacher vacancies shall be hired based Article 49 Teacher Priority Hiring of the Yukon Association of Education Professionals Collective Agreement.

For more information about this position, please contact: Leslie Doran at [email protected]

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Heather Dickert at [email protected].

To apply on this position, please visit Yukon.ca/employment

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