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.
The department plays a crucial role in delivering a wide range of services and supports that span from early learning to adult education and encompass K-12 schooling. We are proud of the diverse team of professionals who collaborate to develop and implement policies, programs and initiatives that promote student success and enhance educational outcomes across the territory.
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 800 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.
School: F.H. Collins Secondary
Location: Whitehorse
Position: Temporary - English 9-12
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: August 20, 2026
End Date: June 11, 2027
Assignment: English Grade 9, 10 and 12
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
The ideal candidate will possess these
qualifications, skills, and knowledge, and also demonstrate suitability for the
role and organizational culture:
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Demonstrated experience with adult leadership and/or experience
with implementation of school/system initiatives
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Superior classroom management, curricular and lesson planning
skills, with demonstrable skills in student engagement.
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Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication, and
collaborative skills working with students, parents, staff members, and
school leadership;
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Demonstrated ability to adapt curriculum to meet a wide range
of learning styles and abilities, including for students with IEPs;
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Willingness and ability to work to support the whole school
culture and environment beyond the classroom (eg. Sports, experiential
opportunities, clubs)
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Knowledge of and sensitivity towards the culture and
aspirations of Yukon First Nations and a culturally diverse student
population, with the ability to incorporate and promote First Nations
principles of learning in the classroom
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Experience building literacy skills in students;
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Ability to differentiate instruction using current
competency-based assessment, curriculum, pedagogy and practice
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Recent experience with adapting programming for students with
diverse learning needs and behavioural challenges within the
classroom setting
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
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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 FH Collins at
If you have questions about our
recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within
the Department of Education, please contact: Devi Prasad K S, Human Resources
Consultant at,
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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.
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