Elementary Education Specialist

6 days ago


Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada First Nation School Board - Yukon Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Elementary Education Specialist

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Elementary Education Specialist to join our team at the First Nation School Board - Yukon. As an Elementary Education Specialist, you will be responsible for teaching and mentoring students in a primary classroom setting, with a focus on early learning pedagogy and Indigenous education.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that meet the needs of diverse learners
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and community members
  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement school-wide initiatives
  • Stay up-to-date with best practices in early learning and Indigenous education
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Education or equivalent
  • Experience teaching in a primary classroom (Grades K4-2)
  • Understanding of and experience delivering early learning pedagogy
  • Experience teaching in a multi-grade class
  • Experience integrating self-regulation and social-emotional care practices in the classroom
  • Experience working with Indigenous learners in a culturally diverse community

Desired Qualities:

  • Eagerness to learn about and integrate Liard First Nation (Kaska Dene) culture & worldview, and the Dene zagi (Kaska language) in the classroom
  • Ability to work collaboratively and maintain an authentic relationship with the Liard First Nation government, Daylu Dena Council Educational Support Workers (ESW), community Elders, and families
  • Keenness to live, work, and participate as an active member of the Watson Lake community
  • Strong classroom management, planning and organizational skills, with the ability to motivate learners
  • Solid understanding of a philosophy of inclusive education, excellent interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills working with parents, staff members, coaches, the First Nation School Board and other partners

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of students and community members


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