Southern Tutchone Language Teacher - Permanent

First Nation School Board - Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Whitehorse is seeking a Southern Tutchone Language Teacher to empower students with the rich cultural heritage of the Kwanlin Dün and Ta'an Kwäch'än First Nations. This involves engaging with learners, families, and the community to provide authentic educational experiences that respect and incorporate traditional practices. Successful candidates will have a passion for language instruction and a commitment to fostering strong ties within the community.

Benefits

Relocation support may be available

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated language proficiency or eagerness to learn Southern Tutchone.
• Knowledge of Ta'an Kwäch'än Council worldview and values is essential.
• Commitment to improving language proficiency in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Southern Tutchone language and culture program to primary levels.
• Build authentic relationships with the community and families.
• Integrate project-based learning and on-the-land curriculum into lessons.

Skills

Collaboration

Classroom Management

Communication

Cultural Integration

Education

Yukon Native Language Centre certification/diploma

Job description

This is an until–filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 3 days . Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest.

Nurturing Yukon learners through community wisdom.

Empower and inspire learners, families and communities to lead necessary change in education and society through Yukon First Nations ways.

“ Äłäyè äjasädlā”

Assignment: Southern Tutchone Language Teacher

Start Date: August 20, 2025

GREY MOUNTAIN PRIMARY SCHOOL (GMP) – Whitehorse

Home to the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta'anKwäch'än Council, Grey Mountain Primary school is one of 11 Yukon schools that have joined the newly established First Nation School Board (FNSB) in the Yukon. Southern Tutchone is the traditional language of Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta'anKwäch'än Council people.

Grey Mountain Primary school is a K-3 school with approximately 90 students. We are actively seeking committed and qualified educators who are dedicated to living and being an active member of the community. Our educational professionals value authentic relationships and are committed to working with students, community, administration and the FNSB to make positive, progressive changes to education outcomes for learners of Grey Mountain Primary.

For more information about our school, please visit our website at Grey Mountain Primary School and the First Nation School Board website.

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

• Completion of Yukon Native Language Centre certification/diploma program or equivalent;
• Demonstrated language proficiency (read, write and speak) or a desire to learn Southern Tutchone language to deliver the Southern Tutchone language and culture program to primary levels, K-3;
• Demonstrated and on-going commitment to improve language proficiency;
• Extensive knowledge and awareness of the Ta'an Kwäch'änCouncil and Kwanlin Dün First Nation worldview, traditional practices, values and beliefs as well as a good understanding of the past and current issues in education, heritage and languages with a view to past, the present and the future;

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain an authentic relationship with the the Ta'an Kwäch'änCouncil and Kwanlin Dün First Nation people, community Elders, and families, promoting greater community involvement in school-based activities and educational programming;
• Eagerness to learn about and integrate the Ta'an Kwäch'änCouncil and Kwanlin Dün First Nation culture & worldview, and the Southern Tutchone language in the classroom;
• Keenness to live, work, and participate as an active member of the Grey Mountain community;
• Strong classroom management, planning and organizational skills, with the ability to motivate learners;
• Solid understanding of a philosophy of inclusive education, excellent interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills working with parents, staff members, coaches, the First Nation School Board and other partners;
• Demonstrated ability to implement restorative practice and developmentally responsive approaches and supports;
• Demonstrated ability to plan, deliver and analyze in the integration of project-based learning to support curriculum outcomes;
• Strong understanding and experience with implementing on-the-land curriculum;
• Demonstrated ability to develop, support and implement Student Learning Plans, Behaviour Plans, Safety Plans and Individual Education Plans;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents and caregivers, establishing cooperative and authentic connections to support the best school experience possible;
• Desire and passion for developing and maintaining strong and respectful relationships and trust with students, their families, and the community as a whole;

Additional Information

• Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Relocation may be available.

To chat further about the role, reach out to Lauren!Lauren Chapman , Teacher Recruitment Co ordinator Human Resource Team — First Nation School Board - Yukon.

If you'd like to chat further about this assignment, the community or the school, please reach out to Kim! Kim Ramsay , Principal Our Staff - Grey Mountain Primary School

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