Apply for a Yukon teacher certificate

To be eligible for a Yukon teacher certificate, you must be:

• Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a work permit;
• of good moral character and have sound judgement; and
• a fit and proper person to teach school students.

Qualification documents for a Yukon teacher certificate

You must hold a qualification document in good standing, such as:

• a certificate;
• a license;
• registration; or
• other forms of official recognition from another Canadian jurisdiction.

Or, you must've completed an approved bachelor of education degree:

• at a university or college in Yukon; or
• under the auspices of Yukon Education.

We’ll email you when your application package is with the registrar for review. Once reviewed, we’ll notify you in writing if you’re:

• approved;
• approved with restrictions or conditions;
• or denied.

Restrictions and conditions

If you have not taught in the past 2 years, you may get a Yukon teacher certificate with restrictions or conditions such as:

• extra training or experience requirements; and
• more examinations or assessments.

You may get a Yukon teacher certificate with restrictions or conditions, or be denied if:

• your most recent certification from another jurisdiction has restrictions or conditions; or
• you’ve faced complaints or criminal or disciplinary proceedings related to:
  • you as a teacher;
  • your conduct; or
  • your character.

Read the Teacher Certification Regulations for more information Yukon teacher certification.

Gather your supporting documents

A qualification document:

• A certificate
• A license
• Registration
• Other form of official recognition from another Canadian jurisdiction

Formal recognition if you've completed an approved bachelor of education degree at:

• a university or college in Yukon; or
• under the auspices of Yukon Education.

A current statement of professional standing:

• From the jurisdiction that issued your qualification document.
• From any other Canadian jurisdiction where you have taught.

A copy of your most recent evaluation

If you’re a new teacher, include copies of your practice teaching reports.

2 references who have known you for 2 years or longer

• Your references must fill out a Confidential Reference for Applicant for Teacher Certification form.
• The forms must include information about your abilities and suitability for teaching
• Your references must submit the form.
  In person: Education Building (entrance to parking on Hospital Road), 1000 Lewes Boulevard in Whitehorse. We’re open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
  Email: katie.gilson@gov.yk.ca
  Mail:
  Government of Yukon
  Department of Education
  Human Resources (E-1)
  Box 2703
  Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6

Your original official transcripts

Get this from the educational institution you attended. 

A current vulnerable sector check

You must get a vulnerable sector check to get a Yukon teacher certificate. Follow these steps.

1. Visit your local RCMP detachment with 2 pieces of identification.
2. Follow the instructions given to you by the RCMP to complete the process. The fee for a vulnerable sector check can vary. Ask the RCMP about the cost.
3. Bring the original to the Department of Education's Human Resources branch.In person: Education Building (entrance to parking on Hospital Road), 1000 Lewes Boulevard in Whitehorse. We’re open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Your vulnerable sector check is valid for 2 years from the date the RCMP verifies the search. You must keep it current, even if it expires in the middle of a school year.

Proof of identity, citizenship or employment status

A copy of your birth certificate, passport or work permit to show proof of:

• Canadian citizenship;
• permanent residency; or
• employment status.

We may also ask for:

• A record of all prior experience as a teacher
• Evidence of both oral and written skill in French or English
• More information needed to check the documents

Submit your application

Follow these steps to apply for a Yukon teacher certificate.

1. Fill out the Application for Yukon Teacher Certification form.
2. Include your supporting documents listed above.
3. Submit your application package. 
   In person: Education Building (entrance to parking on Hospital Road), 1000 Lewes Boulevard in Whitehorse. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
   Email: katie.gilson@gov.yk.ca
   Mail:
   Government of Yukon
   Department of Education
   Human Resources (E-1)
   Box 2703
   Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6