Teacher-Temporary Careers & Physical Education

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. We are committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the Porter Creek Secondary School team. PCSS is a comprehensive school with a strong reputation for hands‑on programming, First Nations ways of knowing, doing and being, and connection to the community. PCSS displays excellence in Athletics, Arts and Academics. This position provides the opportunity to join a dynamic, inclusive, staff team dedicated to student success.

PCSS staff understand the significance of working with families, our community and First Nations to deliver on the promise of an education based on care. This 1.0 FTE teaching role will involve teaching Physical Education 8 & 9, and Careers 10.

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If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you!

School:
Porter Creek Secondary

Location:
Whitehorse, Yukon

Position: Temporary Careers & Physical Education

FTE: 1.0

Start Date:
August 20, 2026

End Date:
June 11, 2027

Assignment: Careers 10, PE 8, PE 9

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

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent
• Recent experience teaching at the secondary level
• Experience planning, organizing and teaching secondary students in hands‑on experiential programs or courses
• Experience adapting and delivering programming through a variety of instructional interventions and adaptations that will help all students succeed
• Undergraduate or graduate courses in Physical Education would be an asset

• Superior classroom management, planning and organizational skills
• Willingness and ability to teach all relevant Learning Standards and foster an experiential learning philosophy
• Ability to adapt and modify curriculum to meet a range of learning abilities while incorporating cultural values and traditions into curricular components
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills working with students, parents, administration and other staff members
• Ability to differentiate instruction using current assessment for learning pedagogy and practice
• Willingness and ability to work as a member of a professional team to promote and work collaboratively to support school initiatives and the total school program
• A knowledge and sensitivity to the culture and aspirations of First Nations people of Yukon and a culturally diverse student population

• 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 here
• Yukon First Nations 101 – to be completed at your first opportunity

For more information about the position, please contact Principal Peter Giangrande 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

Please do not submit your transcripts or Criminal Record checks as part of your application. We will reach out to successful candidates to request these during the onboarding process.

For more information about how a career with the Yukon government can help you grow your abilities, develop your skills, earn a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while making a difference in the lives of Yukoners, we encourage you to click the links below!

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