Educational Consultant

Job Summary and Requirements

This competition is to fill (1) PERMAMENT, working 75 hours bi‑weekly.

Join the team at the Department of Education with the Yukon government! 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, and is committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in every aspect of its work.

Our 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 our 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.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the curriculum & Assessment team. This position supports schools throughout Yukon with best instructional practices and curriculum and policy implementation, and works collaboratively with colleagues to determine the most effective methods for achieving common educational goals.

Important Application Requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the qualifications listed below. Please note that our selection is based solely on the information you provide in your application.

Essential Qualifications

• Successful completion of six years of academic/professional training including a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Education.
• A minimum of six years of recent experience as a teacher, administrator, or education consultant in a K–12 school environment.
• Experience coaching, training, and mentoring school staff.
• Experience incorporating First Nations cultures and traditions in curriculum, policy development and classroom instruction.
• Experience teaching primary grades is considered an asset.
• Experience developing curriculum is considered an asset.
• Experience teaching and/or supporting educational staff in a rural setting is considered an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

• Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
• Developing People
• Influencing Others
• Thinking Strategically
• Taking Action and Achieving Results
• Leading Change and Innovation
• Demonstrating Client Focus
• Promoting Common Values and Ethics

Additional Information

• Security clearance, including Vulnerable Sector Check
• Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent

For more information about this position, please contact:
Tanja Lewis, Director, Curriculum & Assessment
Email: [email protected]

For questions about the recruitment process or career opportunities, contact:
Serafina Christine, Human Resource Consultant
Email: [email protected]

Benefits

• Benefits and leave
• Flexible working
• Learning and development
• Diversity and inclusion
• Health and wellbeing
• Terms of employment

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