Teacher - Physical and Health Education and Religion

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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.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary School team. St. Francis School provides a faith-based, Roman Catholic education within the public school system of Yukon Education. Our school sits on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwächän Council within the wilderness city of Whitehorse, Yukon. SFACS is a 8-12 school of approximately 460 students, serving a diverse cultural population. Our educational professionals facilitate academic excellence and model life-long learning. The uniqueness of each child is celebrated. This 0.857 FTE temporary position is a teaching position for Physical and Health Education, and Religion.

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School: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Secondary School

Location: Whitehorse

Position: Teacher

FTE: 1.0

Start Date: August 20, 2026

End Date: June 11, 2027

Assignment: Physical and Health Education and Religion

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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. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume, we encourage you to review the resource page on

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent; focus on physical education
• Experience providing physical literacy programming;
• Recent experience teaching Physical Education at the secondary level;
• Experience teaching in a faith-based school;
• Experience working with students who are English Language Learners (ELL) and students new to Canada is 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:

• Experience teaching or providing culturally and developmentally responsive approaches for positive behaviour;
• Ability to ensure religious education activities and instruction are consistent with Catholic teaching and traditions;
• Experience with transition planning and supporting students with exceptional needs.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills working with parents, staff members, consultants, and community agencies;
• Willingness and ability to participate in the total school program including religious education and social justice initiatives;
• An appreciation of the cultural diversity of the Yukon with the ability to incorporate and promote this diversity within the faith life of the school community;
• Knowledge of and sensitivity towards the culture and aspirations of Yukon First Nations and a culturally diverse student population.

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
• Yukon First Nations 101, to be completed at your first opportunity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Candidates who possess qualifications, skills, and personal attributes that are appropriate for the assignment who do not hold a valid teaching certificate, at request, may be granted a letter of permission as a teacher issued in accordance with the Education Act
• If you are a permanent (indeterminate) teacher in a Yukon school, you will need to seek permission from your Superintendent to apply on this temporary job
• Preference will be given to the candidate who is a practicing member of the Roman Catholic Church, committed to excellence in Catholic Education. To receive preference, it is required to include a current , current and current Baptismal Certificate.

Qualified applicants for teacher vacancies shall be hired based Article 49 Teacher Priority Hiring of the .

For more information about this position, please contact: Alethea Wallace, Principal at

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Serafina Christine, Human Resource Consultant at

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