Math Strategist

The Yukon First Nation Education Directorate (YFNED) is a non-profit organization located in Whitehorse, Yukon committed to the advancement of Indigenous Education in the north. We are seeking a creative, motivated and determined individual to join our numeracy team. The Math Strategist provides numeracy coaching and academic guidance to assist educators with modifying teaching methods and gaining confidence in the application of math concepts through an Indigenous lens. The Strategist work as part of a dedicated team that supports Indigenous students and adult learners with applying and learning math. Through encouragement and support, we empower youth to increase their skills and confidence in math for future academic success and application to activities in daily life. Our ideal candidate will have considerable experience working independently and be able to self-direct as necessary. Experience working in education, preferably as a teacher in remote, northern communities is important. You will be familiar with the challenges of teaching in rural environments and will have a solution-oriented approach to supporting community teachers. A degree of understanding of teaching practices in multi-grade classrooms is desired.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or equivalent, with strong skills and abilities in numeracy and good understanding of mathematics; • Experience working with students and youth, preferably in a teaching capacity; • Experience implementing and adapting curriculum; • Experience teaching or mentoring adults is an asset; • Experience with outdoor education, on-the-land experiential or similar is an asset; • Competent and experienced in the use of a variety of technology. An awareness of educational, cultural and social issues affecting Indigenous children and youth in the Yukon is required for success. Position requirements include: • Pre-employment acceptable RCMP security clearance and vulnerable sector search. • Regular travel within Whitehorse and to Yukon communities. • Valid class 5 driver’s license, acceptable driver’s abstract.

As an Indigenous led organization, our hiring preference will be provided to those who identify as Indigenous - please self-identify. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Chris Stacey, Education Analyst at chris.stacey@yfned.ca. For more information about our organization, this and other positions at YFNED, as well as how to apply please visit www.yfned.ca/jobs. Applications are to be sent to Human Resources hr@yfned.ca.

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