Teaching in the Yukon is an incredible experience, providing an opportunity to positively impact the lives of young people in one of the most stunning places in the world. Education with the First Nation School Board (FNSB) in Yukon fosters an evidence-based practice that supports innovation and encourages creativity. It builds from and through Yukon First Nations way of knowing, doing, and being.

If you are ready to embark on a life-long journey that will change you as much as you change the lives of your learners, consider the following teaching recruitment process for Yukon education jobs.

Requirements to Apply for Yukon Education Jobs

Yukon education jobs are competitive with a wide range of benefits to offer applicants, and there are some specific factors to keep in mind. Educators are evaluated for each position carefully. They need to have an understanding or an openness to learn about Yukon’s 14 First Nations.

All positions support personal and professional growth. Educators must show a connection between research-based educational practices and student learning, meet the standards of British Columbia’s curriculum, and utilize collaborative processes with community partners for engaging educational programming.

If you did not receive your teaching certification from an educational institution in the Yukon, you must show that you have teaching qualifications completed through another Canadian province or territory. At FNSB, we maintain a preference for individuals of Yukon First Nations ancestry and candidates with proven, relevant experience working successfully in indigenous communities.

Complete an e-Recruitment Profile

One of the first steps to take if you’re interested in applying to Yukon education jobs is to create an e-recruitment profile - if you do not already have one. There’s no cost to this process.

Visit the e-recruitment system page and fill in the mandatory fields. Read and agree to the “Terms of Use” box. You will then be able to upload your resume or CV to the system.

Submit Your Resume

Within the e-recruitment system, you’ll find a way to upload your resume. You can do this in a Microsoft Word or PDF file, or you can paste content into the text box. Before you submit your resume, there are a few key tips to help you with this process.

Tips on Submitting a Resume for Yukon Education Jobs

If you have a completed resume or CV, consider updating it with the most current information about you and follow these tips.

• Be specific about your qualifications. List any work experience, certifications, or other relevant insights you have about Yukon First Nations and the territory.

• Demonstrate specific skill sets. If you speak two languages, let us know. Any other special skills you have that could be beneficial to a career in this area should be within your resume.

• Use your cover letter to demonstrate your knowledge and observance of Yukon First Nation values, ways of life, and the FNSB trails (identified in our Strategic Plan). Be specific about your knowledge, and open to exploring additional learning.

Many of the jobs listed within our educational departments require specific responsibility, skills, certification, and knowledge. Be sure you understand these requirements (they are not optional) and your ability to meet them, including the location and hours of work expected.

The Job Interview Process

You will learn about an interview through the e-recruitment tool. That means it is critical for you to keep your contact information up to date within the system, and to check it routinely.

Prepare for your interview for these positions with careful consideration of the expectations of the specific job you are applying for with this interview. Be sure you meet all minimum education, certification, and experience requirements and can demonstrate that information.

Write some specific questions to ask during the interview. This is an exploratory experience, meaning we want you to learn as much as you can about this position, and we want to learn as much as we can about you.

Provide specific insight into why you believe you are a good candidate for the position. This could include, for example, your ability to support the foundations and beliefs of Yukon First Nations (please communicate with us about what this means to you). Be ready to be honest and concise in the answers you provide during your interview.

Learn About Your Offers

The e-recruitment tool is the ideal place to learn about any educational job you can apply to for the Yukon’s public school system. This is also where you will learn if you are receiving any offers of employment You can find this information listed under “my offers” on the site’s main page. You will be able to see the offer and all the details and gain insight into what your next steps are.

Once you accept the job and begin working with learners, you are sure to have a wide range of opportunities to expand your own knowledge of the Yukon and its 14 First Nations.

Explore the current job opportunities that are available, including those for teachers and administrators. You can explore the many ways to support the school community by working as a teacher or other educator roles. Contact us now to learn more about what this type of job could mean for your future.