Teacher - Vice Principal, Quluaq School, Clyde River

Posting Number: QUL 2627 12884 B

Position: Vice Principal

School: Quluaq School

Community: Clyde River, Nunavut

Grade assignment: K-12

Status: Term until June 2030, Full-time (1.0 PY)

Start Date: 8/20/2026

End Date (if Term): June 2030

Please note: Start and end dates may be subject to change based on approved school calendars.

Closing date for applications: Open until filled

About this Opportunity

The Nunavut Department of Education, Qikiqtani School Operations, is seeking enthusiastic and community-focused educational leaders who are committed to creating supportive learning environments for students in Nunavut. As the Vice Principal, you will be instrumental in instructional leadership and in fostering a positive and inclusive school culture. Collaborating closely with the Principal, you will work to strengthen relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners. Your role will emphasize enhancing student achievement, delivering culturally relevant educational experiences grounded in Inuit Societal Values, and driving school initiatives focused on literacy, inclusion, and student well-being. Key qualities such as resilience, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) are crucial for success in this position and in the northern context.

About the School

Nestled in the picturesque hamlet of Clyde River, Nunavut, Quluaq School serves approximately 360 students from K-12 and employs a dedicated team of 41 staff members. The school and its community are steeped in rich Inuit cultural traditions.

About Education in Nunavut

The initiatives of the Government of Nunavut are rooted in Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is committed to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq, which emphasizes staff development through meaningful professional learning opportunities. Schools across Nunavut are working together towards a collective goal (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq) to improve literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring that learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. All school operations in the three regions focus on:

• Promoting the Inuktitut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
• Community-Led Education
• Enhancing Student Literacy
• Inclusive Education

Required Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor of Education degree
• Valid teaching certificate that is recognized by or eligible for certification in Nunavut (Internationally educated teachers without a Canadian teaching certificate must have their credentials evaluated through Pathways to Teach Canada)

Experience

• A minimum of 2 years in a formal or informal school leadership position (e.g., Vice-Principal, department head, instructional coach, or teacher-leader)
• At least 5 years of experience as a classroom teacher

Core Leadership Competencies

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive school environment that enhances the well-being of students and staff.
• Capacity to support instructional leadership alongside the Principal, with a focus on literacy advancement and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Experience in enhancing instructional practices through coaching, professional learning communities (PLCs), and leveraging student achievement data to drive student success.
• Ability to build and sustain positive, respectful relationships with students, staff, families, and community stakeholders, particularly in northern and cross-cultural settings.

Assets and Preferred Experience

Language and Cultural Assets

• Proficiency in Inuktitut (both spoken and written).
• Experience in facilitating education informed by Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit.
• Background in overseeing bilingual and ESL programming.

Instructional Leadership

• Graduate-level education training.
• Proven track record in fostering positive behavior and learning environments throughout the school.

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