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Instructor, Yukon Native Teacher Education Program
School of Health, Education & Human Services
Ayamdigut (Whitehorse) Campus 
Term: One year with possibility of extension
Starting November 14, 2025
Based on 37.5 hours bi-weekly 
Employment Opportunity Number: 25.105

Closing Date: September 7, 2025

Yukon University is seeking two dynamic educators to instruct in the Yukon Native Teacher Education Program (YNTEP) and the Bachelor of Education After Degree (BEAD). YNTEP is a Bachelor of Education program credentialed by University of Regina and delivered fully in the Yukon, with an emphasis on teaching in rural, Yukon First Nation communities. The main function of this instructor position is teaching with specific emphasis on culturally responsive teaching practices, the decolonization and Indigenization of pedagogy, and enacting Yukon First Nations educational priorities. The Instructor will also bring current best practices in teacher education, Indigenous education, and teaching and learning in a postsecondary environment into the program.

The ideal candidate will have a master’s or doctorate in Indigenous Education, Indigenous Studies, Teacher Education, Indigenous Teacher Education or a related field. Knowledge of Indigenous cultures and cultural diversity theory and practice in the delivery of educational programming are required. A valid driver’s license is also required.

Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Yukon First Nations, other First Nations, Métis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry. We thank all candidates for their interest but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

For additional information please contact:
Jeanelle Julien 
Chair, School of Health, Education and Human Services
Email: jjulien@yukonu.ca

Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to:

Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867 668 8896
Email: hr@yukonu.ca

Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted. A statement of qualifications, which outlines the selection standards, and a position description are available in PDF format for all Bargaining Unit positions, by following the links above.

Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.