Hiring preference will be provided to those who identify as Yukon First Nation or Indigenous.
Based in Whitehorse, Yukon, on the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, the First Nation School Board (FNSB) was established in February 2022. Board run schools are for all Yukon students and aim to promote reconciliation by enhancing a Yukon First Nations model that puts the students first, through a strengths-based, community-centered approach. Our work reflects Yukon First Nations values.
For more information on the First Nation School Board, please visit https://www.fnsb.ca/
Based in Whitehorse, the Land and Language Lead is a key leader within the First Nation School Board, supporting the revitalization of Yukon First Nation languages, cultures, and land-based learning. The role provides guidance and mentorship to Land and Language Connectors (based in communities), empowering educators in integrating First Nation worldviews and traditional knowledge into classrooms and on-the-land learning.
Working with Land and Language connectors, the lead offers day to day support in the important work of strengthens culturally responsive programming and builds connections that honor each community’s language, history, and land supporting meaningful learning for all Yukon learners.
To chat further about the role, reach out to Erin Pauls, Director of FNSB, [email protected]
Are you motivated to work on a team developing a public school system grounded in reconciliation?
We are seeking a collaborative and culturally grounded leader with experience in supporting a team from a far, who has a desire to travel to each of our communities. Experience in leading and supporting education, language revitalization, and community-based programming is an asset. The ideal candidate builds strong, trusting relationships with First Nations, schools, and partners, and is dedicated to advancing meaningful change that strengthens land-based learning, language inclusion, and learner success across the Territory.
FNSB offers competitive salaries, rewarding work-life balance, professional and personal development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits packages.
To chat further about the application process, please contact Tasha-Lee!Tasha-Lee Schwantz, Senior Human Resource Consultant, [email protected]
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