Instructor, Yukon Native Teacher Education Program

6 days ago

Whitehorse, Canada Yukon University Full time

Overview Instructor, Yukon Native Teacher Education Program (YNTEP) and the Bachelor of Education After Degree (BEAD). Yukon University is seeking two dynamic educators to instruct in YNTEP and BEAD. YNTEP is a Bachelor of Education program credentialed by the University of Regina and delivered fully in the Yukon, with an emphasis on teaching in rural, Yukon First Nation communities. The main function of the instructor position is teaching with emphasis on culturally responsive teaching practices, the decolonization and Indigenization of pedagogy, and enacting Yukon First Nations educational priorities. The Instructor will also bring current best practices in teacher education, Indigenous education, and teaching and learning in a postsecondary environment into the program. Campus: Ayamdigut (Whitehorse) CampusTerm: One year with possibility of extensionStarting: November 14, 2025Workload: Based on 37.5 hours bi-weeklyEmployment Opportunity Number: 25.105 Responsibilities Instruct in the Yukon Native Teacher Education Program (YNTEP) and the BEAD program. Apply culturally responsive teaching practices and support decolonization and Indigenization of pedagogy. Enact Yukon First Nations educational priorities within classroom practice. Share current best practices in teacher education, Indigenous education, and teaching and learning in a postsecondary environment. Qualifications Master’s or Doctorate in Indigenous Education, Indigenous Studies, Teacher Education, Indigenous Teacher Education or a related field. Knowledge of Indigenous cultures and cultural diversity theory and practice in the delivery of educational programming. Valid driver’s license. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Yukon First Nations, other First Nations, Métis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry. We thank all candidates for their interest but only those shortlisted will be contacted. Information and Contacts For additional information please contact:Jeanelle JulienChair, School of Health, Education and Human ServicesEmail: jjulien@yukonu.ca How to Apply Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to: Employment opportunity number 25.105Department: School of Health, Education and Human ServicesTerm: One year with possibility of extensionCampus: Whitehorse, AyamdigutClosing date: September 7, 2025 Yukon University, Human Resource Services Box 2799, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4 Fax: 867 668 8896 Email: hr@yukonu.ca Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted. A statement of qualifications, which outlines the selection standards, and a position description are available in PDF format for all Bargaining Unit positions by following the links above. Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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