Math Advocates
- Employer:
- Yukon First Nation Education Directorate
- Location:
- YFNED
204 Black St Suite 300, Whitehorse, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A2M9, Canada (Whitehorse, YT)
- Duration:
- Other
- Hours / week:
- Not Specified
- Wage / Salary:
- $35.50/hour
- Date posted:
- Closing date:
- Description:
Are you comfortable with numbers and real-world math? Do you enjoy helping others understand counting, measurement, money, or graphs? YFNED is seeking Math Advocates to join our Numeracy Team! As a Math Advocate, you will support Indigenous learners through one-on-one support and group learning sessions.
Math advocates make math practical, culturally relevant, and fun. Activities may be land-based or classroom-based, connecting math concepts to everyday life and future employment (e.g. measurements for baking, angles in building, financial literacy, and math in land-based skills such as hunting and fishing).
This position is open to people in all Yukon communities.
We also have Junior Math Advocate positions available for students looking for tutoring opportunities!
We look for individuals who:
- Enjoy math and helping others learn.
- Can break down math concepts for diverse learners.
- Have a deep understanding of Yukon First Nations worldview.
- Enjoy giving support to young learners.
Position requirements include:
- Pre-employment acceptable RCMP Security Clearance and vulnerable sector search.
- Valid class 5 driver’s license, acceptable driver’s abstract.
* Regular travel within Whitehorse and/or occasional travel between Yukon communities may be required.
Hiring preference will be provided to those who identify as Indigenous – please self-identify.Full-time, part-time, AOC positions available.
Please visit our website for more information.
- Additional Information:
- To apply:
- View Employer’s Website
