Learning Assistance Teacher - Inclusion&Case Management, Central Yukon (Dawson City)

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.

Dámbü Tän Kets’ádań Kų̀ – Cliff Trail Elementary is a brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art Kindergarten to Grade 7 school that honours students’ developmental stages and cultural identities, fostering a strong sense of belonging. Through responsive and inclusive teaching practices,we support every learner in achieving their highest academic potential.

Located on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, our school serves Whistle Bend—a rapidly growing and culturally diverse community. As the neighbourhood’s first school, Dámbü Tän Kets’ádań Kų̀ brings together families, staff, students and community members to buildstrong relationships, deepen belonging, and nurture the next generation of learners.

School: Dámbü Tän Kets’ádań Kų̀ – Cliff Trail Elementary School

Location: Whitehorse

Position: Teacher

FTE: 1.0 Temporary

Start Date: August 20, 2026

End Date: June 11, 2027

Assignment: Learning Assistance Teacher - Inclusion&Case Management

To learn more about being a teacher with Yukon Education, 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!

Qualifications and Experience Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or equivalent, with eligibility for teacher certification in Yukon;

Recent and relevant experience in an elementary school setting supporting students with diverse learning profiles, including academic, behavioural, and social‑emotional needs;

Demonstrated expertise in case management, including the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of Competency-Based Individual Education Plans (CB‑IEPs), Student Learning Plans (SLPs), and Behaviour Support Plans, with evidence of measurable student progress;

Demonstrated ability to apply the Neurosequential Model in Education (NME) and school-based Ready to Learn practices to support student regulation, engagement, and readiness to learn;

Strong working knowledge and practical application of inclusive education practices, including Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and differentiated instruction;

Experience implementing and supporting tiered systems of intervention (e.g., RTI, MTSS), including data‑informed decision‑making and progress monitoring;

Proven ability to collaborate effectively with classroom teachers, school-based teams, families, and external agencies to support student success;

Strong organizational and documentation skills to manage multiple student cases, maintain compliance, and meet reporting timelines;

Post‑graduate coursework or certification in Special Education (considered an asset).

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to establish trusting relationships when working with students, families, staff members and administrators;

Effective and respectful classroom management based on a developmental understanding of children;

Ability to include and support Educational Assistants in the implementation of Individual Education Plans, Behaviour Support Plans and Safety Plans;

Strong classroom management that includes implementation of social/emotional pedagogy;

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

Ability to use a range of technology, including assistive technology;

Ability to teach within any elementary classroom if needed;

Knowledge of positive behaviour support, preventative practices and replacement practices, resiliency, the restorative justice framework, trauma‑informed care to help guide student learning;

Ability to integrate experiential learning and adaptive programming to better meet the special needs of students when required;

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

Additional Information

To be a Teacher in Yukon, you must hold a Teacher Certification in another Canadian province/territory first;

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check;

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.

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 here

Yukon First Nations 101

, to be completed at your first opportunity.

For more information about the position, please contact Jeff Cressman, Principal, DTKK at

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact

Please do not submit your transcripts or 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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