Land and Language Connector, Ross River
$75,000–$120,000 year
On-siteRoss River, Yukon, Canada
Job Summary
Connect students, staff, and the school community to the land, language, and culture of the Ross River Dena Council through relationship-building and on-the-land programming. Collaborate with school staff, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community members to integrate Kaska language and culturally responsive practices into curriculum and learning experiences. Support the creation of meaningful learning experiences that honor Dene history and traditions while fostering students' sense of identity and belonging. Utilize common workplace technology to communicate, collaborate, maintain records, and support program delivery.
Required Qualifications
- experience building strong and trusting relationships with partners
- providing strategic advice and guidance
- comfort in the unknown
- desire to create new processes
- comfortable using computers, phones, and common workplace technology
- willingness and ability to learn these tools, including email, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office applications
Desired Qualifications
- identify as Yukon First Nation or Indigenous
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