Student Support Teacher, Alookie School, Pangnirtung
About This Role
Posting #: ALO 2627 13832 B
Position: Student Support Teacher
School: Alookie School
Community: Pangnirtung, Nunavut
Grade assignment: K-5
Region School Operations: Qikiqtani School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full-time)
Start date: August 27, 2026
End Date (if Term): January 22, 2027
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 teachers dedicated to fostering positive learning environments for the students of Nunavut. As a teacher in this region, you will facilitate student learning through practices that respect cultural values and are inclusive, rooted in community relationships. This role is particularly suitable for educators who prioritize:
- Collaborating with students, families, colleagues, and the community over time
- Culturally respectful and community-oriented practices
- Tailoring instruction to accommodate diverse learners and local contexts
- Engaging deeply with local knowledge, language, and culture
Attributes such as resiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) are advantageous for both employment and life in the North.
About the School
Alookie School, situated in the scenic hamlet of Pangnirtung, Nunavut, serves the local populace. The school caters to roughly 200 students in a K-5 environment, supported by a staff of 25. Both the school and the community have a rich heritage rooted in Inuit culture.
About Education in Nunavut
The work of the Government of Nunavut is guided by Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is devoted to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq by promoting staff development through thoughtfully designed professional learning opportunities. Schools in Nunavut, united in purpose (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq), are currently focused on enhancing literacy outcomes for all students and ensuring that learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. School operations across all three regions are committed to:
- 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
- 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 dedication to community-centered education are appreciated.
Language and Cultural Assets
- Proficiency in Inuktitut (both verbal and written)
- Experience with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education
- Experience in bilingual or ESL teaching environments
- Experience in cross-cultural or northern Canada contexts
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Familiarity with differentiated instruction and inclusive practices
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development
- Training or experience in utilizing contemporary assessment methods to inform learning
- Experience in fostering a positive learning atmosphere employing classroom management strategies (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
Relationships & Student Engagement
- Proven ability to cultivate respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and stakeholders
- Experience in promoting student wellbeing and engagement
- Experience in connecting with students outside of the classroom as appropriate
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaboratively planning instruction and student supports
- Experience as part of a collaborative school team
- Experience learning and contributing within a community-focused setting
Compensation and benefits
- Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (commensurate with experience)
- Nunavut Northern Allowance for Pangnirtung, Nunavut: $19,077
- Subsidized Housing: NOT available
Conditions of Employment
- Current employees of the Government of Nunavut must possess a valid Nunavut teaching certificate.
- Applicants from outside Nunavut must submit 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 these documents may take several weeks to procure. To avoid delays in your start date, please have them ready to provide upon receiving a job offer.
- Successful candidates are required to present a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) dated no more than six months prior to the start date indicated above.
- All job offers will be 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: Behavior Description Interviewing (gov.nu.ca)
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut is committed to establishing a representative workforce; thus, 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 submit 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 from your current (or most recent) 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 mention the posting number ALO 2627 13832 B in the subject line of your email.
Posting Authorization
This job advertisement is authorized for external postings 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.