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.

School: Robert Service School

Location: Dawson City

Position: Hän Language and Culture Teacher FTE: 1.0 Start Date: August 20, 2026End Date: June 4, 2027Assignment: Hän Language and Culture Teacher QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: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. DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY: 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; Robust classroom management skills and the ability to create safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments; Ability to adapt and modify curriculum to meet the diverse needs, strengths, and gifts of students; Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary school team; Commitment to participating in school-wide initiatives, staff meetings, and professional learning opportunities; Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with Elders, Knowledge Holders, language professionals, the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in, the Yukon Native Language Centre, and other Yukon First Nations organizations; Ability to connect and collaborate effectively with students, families, caregivers, and community members; Willingness to actively promote and support Hän language and culture throughout school programming and the learning environment; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish trusting and respectful relationships; Effective and respectful classroom management practices based on a developmental understanding of children and youth; Knowledge of social-emotional learning, positive behaviour supports, restorative practices, trauma-informed approaches, and resilience-building strategies; Ability to integrate experiential, place-based, and land-based learning opportunities into programming; Knowledge of and sensitivity to the cultures, values, aspirations, and traditions of Yukon First Nations and a culturally diverse student population.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: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 Yukon First Nations 101 , to be completed at your first opportunity.

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📌 Teacher - Hän Language and Culture Teacher (Yukon)
🏢 York Region District School Board
📍 Yukon