Teacher - Physical Education, Inuujaq School, Arctic Bay
About This Role
Posting #: AB 2627 01892 B
Position: Teacher – Elementary Physical Education
School: Inuujaq School
Community: Arctic Bay, Nunavut
Grade Assignment: K-6
Region School Operations: Qikiqtani School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full-time)
Start Date: 8/20/2026
End Date (if Term): Please note: Start and end dates may be subject to change based on approved school calendar.
Closing Date for Applications: Open until filled
About this Opportunity
The Nunavut Department of Education, under Qikiqtani School Operations, invites applications from teachers dedicated to fostering enriching learning environments for the students of Nunavut. As an educator in this region, you will enhance student learning through culturally respectful and inclusive practices, deeply rooted in community relationships. This role is ideal for those who appreciate:
- Collaborating with students, families, colleagues, and the community over time
- Culturally respectful, community-centered teaching methods
- Tailoring instruction to accommodate diverse learners and local contexts
- Engaging with local knowledge, language, and culture
Traits such as resiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) are invaluable assets for both employment and life in the North.
About the School
Situated in the scenic hamlet of Arctic Bay, Nunavut, Inuujaq School caters to the local community. The school accommodates around 390 students in a K-12 setting and is supported by a staff of 39. The school and community are enriched with a profound history of Inuit culture.
About Education in Nunavut
The initiatives of the Government of Nunavut are guided by the Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is dedicated to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq, which emphasizes staff development through thoughtfully designed professional learning opportunities. Schools in Nunavut are united in the common goal of enhancing literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. School operations across all three regions are focused on:
- Promoting the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
- Community-Led Education
- Enhancing Student Literacy
- Inclusive Education
Required Qualifications
Education & Certification
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree
- A valid teaching certificate 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)
Desired Qualifications
Candidates are not required to fulfill every qualification; relevant experience and a commitment to community-centered education are highly valued.
Language and Cultural Assets
- Proficiency in Inuktitut (both verbal and written)
- Experience in Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education
- Background in teaching within a bilingual or ESL setting
- Experience in cross-cultural or northern Canadian educational contexts
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Background in differentiated instruction and inclusive practices
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development
- Familiarity with current assessment methods to guide learning
- Experience in fostering a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
Relationships & Student Engagement
- Proven experience in building respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and stakeholders
- Experience in promoting student well-being and engagement
- Involvement with students beyond the classroom, as appropriate
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaborative planning of instruction and student supports
- Ability to work effectively as part of a school team
- Experience in a community-focused, shared learning environment
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (depending on experience)
- Nunavut Northern Allowance for Arctic Bay, Nunavut: $25,453
- Subsidized Housing: NOT available
Conditions of Employment
- Applicants currently employed by the Government of Nunavut must hold a valid Nunavut teaching certificate.
- Candidates from outside Nunavut must provide a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate from a Canadian jurisdiction recognized by the Nunavut Department of Education. Applications lacking this documentation will not be considered.
Mandatory Documentation
Please be aware that obtaining these documents may take several weeks. To avoid delays in your start date, please have them ready to submit upon receiving a job offer.
- Successful candidates will need to provide a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) dated within six months of the specified start date.
- All job offers are contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in Canada at the time of application. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will follow the behavior descriptive model as outlined in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca)
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut is dedicated to fostering a representative workforce; hence, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
How to Apply
Please send the following documents in Word or PDF format via e-mail to jobapps@gov.nu.ca:
- Resume
- Cover letter expressing your interest and motivations
- Contact information for 3 recent professional references, including your current (or most recent) and 2 former supervisors.
- For candidates from outside Nunavut, a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate
Note: Attachments exceeding 10mb will not be accepted. Ensure the posting number AB 2627 01892 B is included in the subject line of your email.
Posting Authorization
This job advertisement is authorized for external posting on the Education Canada Website (educationcanada.com) job-posting site. Postings found on other commercial job sites are not authorized by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education, and Qikiqtani School Operations.