Teacher - Inuktitut Language Teacher , Sam Pudlat School, Kinngait,NU
About This Role
Posting #: SPS 2627 07548 B
Position: Teacher
School: Sam Pudlat Elementary
Community: Kinngait, 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, is in search of dedicated teachers who are eager to foster vibrant learning environments for students in Nunavut. As an educator in this region, you will promote student learning through culturally responsive and inclusive practices that are deeply rooted in community connections. This role may appeal to educators who prioritize:
• Collaborative teaching and learning alongside students, families, colleagues, and the community over time
• Culturally respectful, community-oriented practices
• Tailoring instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and local contexts
• Engaging with local knowledge, language, and culture
Possessing qualities such as resiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) will enhance your experience in this role and in northern life.
About the School
Situated in the scenic hamlet of Kinngait, Nunavut, Sam Pudlat Elementary serves the local population. The school accommodates around 250 students in grades K-6 and is supported by a staff of 28. Both the school and community are rich in Inuit cultural heritage.
About Education in Nunavut
The efforts of the Government of Nunavut are guided by Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is dedicated to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq, which involves supporting staff growth through thoughtfully designed professional learning opportunities. Schools across Nunavut are united in their mission (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq) to enhance literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring that educational experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. School operations in all three regions are focused on:
• Promoting the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
• Community-Led Education
• Improving 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 (International educators lacking a Canadian teaching certificate must have their credentials evaluated through Pathways To Teach Canada)
Desired Qualifications
Candidates are not expected to fulfill every requirement; relevant experience and a dedication to community-centered education are highly regarded.
Language and Cultural Assets
• Proficiency in Inuktitut (both verbal and written)
• Experience in supporting education based on Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit
• Background in teaching in bilingual or ESL settings
• Experience in cross-cultural or northern Canadian teaching contexts
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
• Proficient in differentiated instruction and inclusive educational practices
• Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development
• Familiarity with current assessment methods to inform learning
• Experience creating positive learning environments through established classroom management techniques (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
Relationships & Student Engagement
• Proven experience in building respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and stakeholders
• Experience promoting student wellbeing and engagement
• Involvement with students outside of the classroom, as appropriate
Collaboration & Professional Practice
• Experience collaborating on instructional planning and student support
• Proven ability to work as part of a school team
• Experience contributing to a shared, community-oriented environment
Compensation and benefits
• Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (commensurate with experience)
• Nunavut Northern Allowance for Kinngait, Nunavut: $20,980
• Subsidized Housing: Staff Housing Available, though sharing may be necessary.
Conditions of Employment
• Current Government of Nunavut employees must possess a valid Nunavut teaching certificate.
• Applicants from outside Nunavut must supply 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 a few weeks. To avoid delays in your start date, please have them ready to present upon receiving a job offer.
• Successful candidates will need to provide a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) dated no more than six months prior to the indicated start date.
• All job offers will be contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in Canada at the time of application. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will follow the behavior descriptive model as detailed in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca)
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut is dedicated to fostering a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as 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 outlining your interest and motivations
• Names of three recent professional references, including your current (or most recent) supervisor and two former supervisors.
• For candidates from outside Nunavut, a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate
Note: Attachments exceeding 10mb will not be accepted. Please include the posting number SPS 2627 07548 B in the subject line of your email.
Posting Authorization
This job advertisement is approved for external postings on the Education Canada Website (educationcanada.com) job-posting site. Postings on other commercial job sites are not authorized by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education and Qikiqtani School Operations.