First Nation Education Advocate & Student Support Liaison

Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government; Dawson City; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government seeks a First Nation Education Advocate to support youth needing academic and social-emotional assistance. The role includes classroom presence and liaison work between home and school to boost participation and outcomes.

The position may involve online study via Yukon University Moodle, under the HätrʼunohtänZho Manager, with an eligibility list potentially formed for future vacancies.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with certificate/diploma in Education, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Justice or related field.
• Strong academic skills and ability to provide academic support to K-12 students.
• Knowledgeable of TH traditions, culture and values.
• Knowledge of educational, cultural and social issues affecting First Nations people.
• Experience developing, organizing and delivering programs.
• Experience with case work and administrative duties.
• Experience working with school aged children and youth in an academic setting.
• Conflict management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support for First Nations youth identified for additional academic and social-emotional wellbeing supports.
• Act as liaison between home and school to increase student participation and learning outcomes.
• Assist with curriculum completion as directed by Robert Service School and coordinate online studies via Moodle.

Skills

Strong academic skills

Knowledge of TH traditions

Knowledge of educational issues

Experience developing programs

Experience with case work

Experience with school-aged children

Conflict management

Education

Grade 12 with certificate/diploma in Education or related field

Job description

Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government seeks a First Nation Education Advocate to support youth needing academic and social-emotional assistance. The role includes classroom presence and liaison work between home and school to boost participation and outcomes.

The position may involve online study via Yukon University Moodle, under the HätrʼunohtänZho Manager, with an eligibility list potentially formed for future vacancies.