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THOR-2025-30

Description
The Heart of Riverdale invites applications for a permanent, full-time position combining Arts Programming Support and Dance Instruction (Jazz/Contemporary).

Are you a skilled and experienced dance instructor who loves working with young people and collaborating in a creative team environment? The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre in Whitehorse, Yukon is seeking a dynamic and passionate arts instructor to join our vibrant team of artists and educators.

About The Heart of Riverdale
The Heart of Riverdale is a multidisciplinary arts-based community centre located in the stunning mountain valley city of Whitehorse, Yukon. Surrounded by pristine wilderness, The Heart provides youth with opportunities to learn, create, and perform in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Artistic Director and creative team in executing arts programming and performances.
• Contribute to implementing the artistic vision of the leadership team through teaching, programming, and production support.
• Teach jazz and contemporary dance classes to children and youth.
• Choreograph works for student showcases and community performances.
• Collaborate across departments to support The Heart’s mission and events.

What You’ll Gain

• Approximately 70% Program Support and 30% Dance Instruction duties.
• Opportunities for performance and professional development.
• Free access to rehearsal space.
• Extended health benefits (dental, physio, prescription drugs) after 3 months.
• Paid vacation and a supportive, community-minded team environment.
• Possible relocation assistance for the right candidate.
• The opportunity to live and work in one of Canada’s most inspiring northern arts communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in dance, arts administration, or a related field.
• Experience in arts administration, production, or operations management.
• Professional dance and choreography background.
• Experience teaching dance to youth (group and private lessons).
• Supervisory or coordination experience is an asset.

Compensation
$48,000 – $55,000 annually (CAD)
Extended health care after 3 months and paid vacation.

How to Apply
You are invited to apply in confidence, quoting “THOR-2025-30” in the subject line.

Please send your cover letter, résumé, references, and any supporting documents to andrea@theheartofriverdale.com.
Deadline: Open until filled.

A job description is available upon request.
For more information about the position, contact:

Andrea Simpson-Fowler, Executive Director
📞 867-667-6700
✉️ andrea@theheartofriverdale.com

Position Type:

Temporary Paid Work Placement (30+ hours/week)

Description:

Are you between 15–30 years old, out of school, and looking for work experience that helps you build confidence, skills, and a stronger resume?

The Heart of Riverdale is offering paid, mentored work placements through the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) for youth who want to learn by doing — especially those who haven’t had much job experience or are unsure where to start.

This program is ideal for youth who feel they need more skills or support before entering the job market. No experience is necessary — just a willingness to learn and show up.

Available Roles Include:

• Applied Arts: Costume construction, set and prop building, technical theatre

• Kitchen Work: Food prep and café support

• Building Care: Custodial and basic maintenance

• Childcare Support: Helping with children’s programming and arts-based camps
  

What You’ll Get:

• 300 hours of paid employment experience (approx. 30–35 hours/week)

• One-on-one mentorship and day-to-day guidance

• A supportive, encouraging environment to learn and grow

• Resume support and references to help you take your next step 

Eligibility:

• Ages 15–30

• Not currently in school

• Must be available to work 30+ hours/week

• Priority given to youth who are new to the workforce or facing barriers to employment 

Location:

The Heart of Riverdale – Whitehorse, Yukon

How to Apply:

Email Andrea at andrea@theheartofriverdale.com with a short note about yourself and what kind of work you’d like to try.

Competition #THOR-2025-88

Closing Date
Vacancy is posted until Position (1) has been filled.

Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Assistant

Intended job posting audience
Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.
The Heart of Riverdale is an arts-based community centre located Whitehorse, Yukon. We have a comprehensive employment program that includes extended health care benefits, training opportunities, and the opportunity to work with a fantastic team of community-minded individuals.

We are searching for an energetic, positive, reliable, community minded individual to be part of our MES AMOURS CAFE at The Heart of Riverdale.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Kitchen Lead, this position is responsible for cleaning, stocking and maintaining the kitchen as well as helping with the preparation and service of meals and hot drinks.

Salary: $19.00 per hour for 37.5 hours / week.

Main Responsibilities:

Maintain the kitchen

Properly washing and drying the dishes, utensils, cooking instruments and cutting boards
Ensure that all work areas are properly sanitized
Remove garbage, replace garbage bags and wash garbage cans
Mop and sweep the kitchen areas as required
Assist kitchen staff to unload food supplies from delivery trucks as needed
Store ingredients and food items according to food safety standards
Safe operation of knife sharpeners, food processors, can openers and coffee grinders
Assist with basic meal preparation

Prepare meal ingredients, which includes washing, peeling, cutting, and slicing ingredients
Retrieve ingredients from the refrigerator, freezer and stockroom
Measure ingredients as per the Kitchen Lead’s instructions
Ensure the timely completion of kitchen duties

Education and Experience:

Grade 11 education
Experience working in kitchen settings

Requirements:

Understanding the principles of proper food handling
Ability to use common kitchen equipment and appliances safely
Ability to adapt and be flexible based on work demands and situations
Ability to work evenings and weekends if required
Ability to lift items weighing up to 25 kg
First Aid Certificate would be an asset
Good communication skills
Team player qualities

Conditions of Employment: Vulnerable Sector RCMP security clearance; all THOR employees are expected to conduct their duties in a harmonious and cooperative manner. Willingness to travel within Whitehorse, as required. Long periods of time standing.

Schedule: Monday to Friday shift work.

Competition #THOR-2025-20, NOC 42202

Closing Date
Vacancy is posted until Positions (2) have been filled.

The Heart of Riverdale is an arts-based community centre in the Riverdale neighborhood in Whitehorse. We have a comprehensive employment program that includes extended health care benefits, training opportunities, and the opportunity to work with a fantastic team of community-minded individuals.

We are searching for an energetic, positive, reliable, community minded individual to be a part of our Pre-and Afterschool at The Heart of Riverdale.

​Job Summary:
This position teaches young children and works together with different teams to create programs that help support the children’s growth and development.
Salary: $33.25 per hour, for 37.5 hours /week.
Permanent Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Main Responsibilities:

• Creating programs to support intellectual, emotional, and physical development of children
• Design curriculum and space with our current music, dance and visual arts department, focussed on making friends, foundations in literacy and fine arts
• Teaching basic learning skills such as social skills, personal hygiene, number & letter recognition, shapes, and colors to children in our Pre- and Afterschool Care
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Observe and assess children’s progress and behaviour and report to team lead to discuss recommendations for referrals for additional supports for children with special needs
• Assess the individual needs of each child to make sure they are being taught in a way that matches their particular learning style and skill level
• Work together with other staff members and parents, make sure to communicate effectively and maintain collaborative relationships
• Assisting with any programming at the Heart of Riverdale
  Ensuring the preschool is in good standing with inspections, early learning and child care

Education and Experience:

• Minimum ECE Level 3
• Completion of a two- to four-year college program focused on Early Childhood Education
• Two to three years of experience in some form of child and youth care and supervisory experience is preferred

Requirements:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent program development skills
• Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrate patience
• Strong ability to assess children’s needs and strengths
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet student’s needs
• Ability to create an environment focused on supporting safety and the well-being of children
• Ability to adapt and be flexible based on work demands and situations

Conditions of Employment:

• Vulnerable Sector RCMP security clearance; all THOR employees are expected to conduct their duties in a harmonious and cooperative manner.
• Medical Clearance, Immunization records, tuberculosis test
• First Aid and CPR

If necessary, we might consider the Yukon Nominee Program for the right candidate from abroad.