Teacher - Hän Language and Culture Teacher

Living In Yukon, Thriving in Life

Our goal is to support all learners in developing the essential skills, knowledge and personal qualities that they need to thrive in life.

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.

Robert Service School serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 12 in Dawson City, Yukon. Located on the Traditional Territory of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in, the school is committed to fostering a learning environment that reflects Yukon First Nations perspectives, cultures, languages, and ways of knowing. Through strong partnerships with families, Elders, Knowledge Holders, and community organizations, the school supports student success, well-being, and a sense of belonging for all learners.

We are currently seeking a passionate and knowledgeable individual to join the Robert Service School team as a 1.0 FTE Hän Language and Culture Teacher
. This role is central to supporting the revitalization and promotion of the Hän language and culture while bringing Yukon First Nations ways of knowing, doing, and being into the school community.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff, Elders, Knowledge Holders, and community partners to support cultural programming, language instruction, land-based learning opportunities, and school-wide initiatives that strengthen understanding and appreciation of Yukon First Nations histories, cultures, and contemporary realities.

Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor of Education (or equivalent), or completion of a Yukon Native Language Centre Certificate or Diploma Program (or equivalent);
• Extensive knowledge and awareness of Yukon First Nations cultures, traditional practices, values, and beliefs, including those of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in;
• Knowledge and understanding of historical and contemporary issues affecting Yukon First Nations education, languages, heritage, and cultural revitalization;
• Experience incorporating First Nations ways of knowing, doing, and being into teaching, learning, and assessment;
• Experience developing and delivering culturally responsive programming for students across a variety of grade levels;
• Demonstrated language proficiency in Hän (speaking, reading, and writing) and experience teaching Hän language and culture would be considered a strong asset;
• Demonstrated understanding of Bruce Perry’s Neurosequential Model in Education (NME) and Ready to Learn School practices would be considered an asset.

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• Strong interest and ability to teach Hän language and culture as a second language;
• Knowledge of Hän culture, traditions, stories, values, and land-based practices;
• Ability to integrate Yukon First Nations perspectives, histories, and cultural teachings across curricular areas;
• Strong classroom…