AOC First Nation Education Advocate

Dawson City, YT
On-site
Posted Apr 10, 2026
1 position

$37 / hour

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Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The First Nation Education Advocate provides direct academic and social-emotional support to First Nations youth in school settings. They act as a liaison between home and school to improve student participation and learning outcomes.

Job details

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH PREFERENCE TO TH CITIZENS AOC First Nation Education Advocate Department: Education Location: Tr’ondek Hwech’in Offices – Dawson, YT Posting Date: April 10, 2026 Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: Auxiliary On-Call Start Date: Immediately End Date: March 31, 2027 Salary: Level 5 Step 1 ($37.42 hourly) Closing Date: Ongoing Under the direction of the Hätrʼunohtän Zho Manager, the First Nation Education Advocate (FNEA) is responsible for providing direct support for First Nations youth who have been identified to require additional supports with their academic and social emotional wellbeing at school. The FNEA in addition to being a support in the classroom and throughout the school will also act as a liaison between home and school to increase student participation, academic outcomes and learning success. The focus of the FNEA will include but not be limited to, education and completing required curriculum as directed by Robert Service School. Studies may be completed at Yukon University through Moodle (on-line courses) with the supervision of the FNEA. An Eligibility List may be established from this competition – the duration of the eligibility list may be up to 12 months. The eligibility list may be used to fill future permanent full-time, permanent part-time, temporary full-time, temporary part-time, term, or auxiliary on-call vacancies within the same department and classification based on the organizational needs by going the next highest ranked candidate until the eligibility list expires. If this opportunity interests you, please submit a cover letter & resume clearly demonstrating the qualifications below, as selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter and resume. Essential Qualifications: Grade 12 with certificate/diploma in Education, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Justice or other related field. An equivalent combination of education, knowledge and experience may be considered. Strong academic skills and the 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. Conditions of Employment: Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. Class 5 Driver’s License with a clear driver’s abstract, willingness to obtain Class 4. Wilderness First Aid certification, willingness to obtain Remote First Aid. TH101 cultural awareness training. A detailed job description is available upon request. Apply online at: https://www.trondek.ca/work-with-us/job-board/ Phone: (867) 993-7100 Send inquiries to: hrjobs@trondek.ca Physical Location: 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, Yukon We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. “To work together, to speak with one voice and to serve Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Citizens in the pursuit of a strong, healthy, and united future.”

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Grade 12 diploma with a certificate or degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field. Experience working with youth in an academic setting and knowledge of First Nations traditions and culture are required.