Temporary - Educational Assistant

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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.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the Jack Hulland Elementary School team. The JHES school acknowledges and respects, and are grateful for the opportunity to work, learn and play within the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta'an Kwäch'än Council. Jack Hulland Elementary is a Kindergarten to Grade 7 neighbourhood school aiming to foster a welcoming, safe, and inclusive educational environment; one where each student is supported to meet their full potential. This position provides an opportunity to work as a 1.0 FTE Educational Assistant, interacting with students 1-on-1, within small groups, or within whole classroom instruction – building on academics, supporting and promoting positive behaviours, and interacting with students in a developmentally responsive manner from November 17, 2025 until January 16, 2026.

There is potential this position will extend past January 16, 2026.

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School: Jack Hulland Elementary School

Location: Whitehorse

Position: Educational Assistant

FTE: 1.0 FTE

Start Date: November 17, 2025

End Date: January 16, 2026

To learn more about Jack Hulland Elementary, please visit the site

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

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

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent;
• Experience working with children;
• Post-secondary training in Exceptionalities Worker Program, Special Education, Teacher Education, Early Childhood Education, Social Services or Medical Services would be an asset;
• Experience working with neuro-diverse students will be an asset.
• Knowledge and practice relating to a Ready to Learn Schools/Developmentally Responsive Approach to meet the diverse needs of students would be an asset.
• Proficiency in both oral and written communication in English and French 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:

• Ability to work effectively with students, teachers and parents;
• Adaptability to cope with a wide variety of situations;
• Ability to work as a member of a team;
• Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision;

Additional Information

• Include three references along with your cover letter and resume
• If you are a permanent (indeterminate) Educational Assistant in a Yukon school, you will need to seek permission from your Superintendent to apply on this temporary job

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
• Standard First Aid Certificate or a willingness to complete within 3 months
• Completion of the Educational Assistant Module by the end of the school year

For more information about this position, please contact: Jeff Hills, JHES Principal at .

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Kiranpreet Kaur, Human Resources Consultant at .

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