Teacher - Cultural Skills Teacher, Ataguttaaluk Elementary School, Ig
About This Role
Posting #: AES 2627 15827 B
Position: Teacher - Cultural Skills Teacher
School: Ataguttaaluk Elementary School
Community: Igloolik, 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, Qikiqtani School Operations, is on the lookout for dedicated teachers who are passionate about fostering enriching learning environments for students in Nunavut. As an educator in this region, you will engage with students in a manner that is culturally respectful and inclusive, deeply rooted in community ties. This role may resonate well with educators who appreciate:
- The importance of teaching and learning collaboratively with students, families, colleagues, and the community over time
- Culturally respectful, community-oriented practices
- Tailoring instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and the local context
- Deepening their understanding of local knowledge, language, and culture
Resilience, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) are valuable traits for success in this position and life in the North.
About the School
Situated in the charming hamlet of Igloolik, Nunavut, Ataguttaaluk Elementary School serves its local community. The school accommodates approximately 395 students in a K-6 setting, supported by a staff of 40. Both the school and the community are immersed in a rich Inuit cultural heritage.
About Education in Nunavut
The initiatives of the Government of Nunavut are influenced by Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is committed to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq by providing well-structured professional development opportunities for staff. Schools across Nunavut, united in purpose (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq), are currently focused on enhancing literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring that learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. All three regions are dedicated to:
- 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
- Valid teaching certificate recognized by, or eligible for certification in Nunavut (Internationally educated teachers lacking a Canadian teaching certificate must have their credentials assessed through Pathways To Teach Canada)
Desired Qualifications
Candidates are not required to fulfill every qualification; relevant experience and a dedication to community-centered education are highly regarded.
Language and Cultural Assets
- Proficiency in Inuktitut (both verbal and written)
- Experience with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education
- Experience teaching in bilingual or ESL settings
- Background in cross-cultural or northern-Canada teaching contexts
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction and inclusive practices
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development
- Familiarity with current assessment methods to inform learning
- Ability to foster a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
Relationships & Student Engagement
- Experience in establishing respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community stakeholders
- Proven ability to promote student wellbeing and engagement
- Experience engaging with students outside the classroom as needed
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaboratively planning instruction and student support
- Ability to work as part of a school team in a collaborative manner
- Experience contributing to a shared, community-focused environment
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (dependent on experience)
- Nunavut Northern Allowance for Igloolik, Nunavut: $22,579
- Subsidized Housing: NOT available
Conditions of Employment
- Current employees of the Government of Nunavut must possess a valid Nunavut teaching certificate.
- Candidates from outside Nunavut must provide a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate from a Canadian jurisdiction accepted by the Nunavut Department of Education. Applications without this documentation will not be evaluated.
Mandatory Documentation
Be advised that the required documents may take several weeks to procure. To prevent any delays in your start date, please have these ready to present upon receiving a job offer.
- Successful applicants must submit a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) dated no more than six months before the start date.
- All job offers will be conditional upon proof of eligibility to work in Canada at the time of application. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The interview process will utilize the behavior descriptive model outlined in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca).
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut is dedicated to fostering a representative workforce; therefore, preference will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in line with the Priority Hiring Policy.
How To Apply
Please send the following documents in Word or PDF format via email to jobapps@gov.nu.ca:
- Resume
- Cover letter detailing 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, include a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate.
Note: Attachments exceeding 10mb will not be accepted. Please specify the posting number AES 2627 15827 B in the email subject line.
Posting Authorization
This job announcement is approved for external listings on the Education Canada Website (educationcanada.com) job-posting platform. Advertisements found on other commercial job sites are not authorized by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education, and Qikiqtani School Operations.