Teacher, Generalist, Sivuniit Middle School, Igloolik, Nunavut
About This Role
Posting #: SMS 2627 15840 B
Position: Teacher - Generalist
School: Sivuniit Middle School
Community: Igloolik, Nunavut
Grade assignment: 7-9
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 seeking passionate educators committed to creating effective learning spaces for students throughout Nunavut. In this role, you will facilitate student learning by implementing culturally respectful and inclusive practices that are grounded in community relationships. This position is ideal for educators who emphasize:
- Collaborating with students, families, colleagues, and the community over time
- Culturally responsive and community-focused teaching
- Adapting instruction to cater to the diverse needs of learners within the local context
- Deepening their understanding of local knowledge, language, and culture
Attributes such as resilience, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) are highly valuable in both professional settings and northern living.
About the School
Sivuniit Middle School, situated in the delightful hamlet of Igloolik, Nunavut, serves the local population. With about 165 students in grades 7-9 and a staff of 24, the school is profoundly connected to the rich heritage of Inuit culture.
About Education in Nunavut
The Government of Nunavut's educational initiatives are informed by the principles of Inuit Society. The Department of Education is devoted to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq, focusing on staff development through thoughtfully designed professional learning opportunities. Collaborative efforts across Nunavut schools aim to improve literacy outcomes for all students, ensuring that learning experiences are both culturally relevant and respectful. Across all three regions, school operations prioritize:
- Promoting the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
- Supporting Community-Led Education
- Advancing Student Literacy
- Encouraging Inclusive Education
Required Qualifications
Education & Certification
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree
- A valid teaching certificate recognized by, or eligibility for certification in Nunavut (Teachers trained internationally without a Canadian teaching certificate must have their credentials evaluated through Pathways To Teach Canada)
Desired Qualifications
While it is not necessary for candidates to meet all qualifications, relevant experience and a commitment to community-oriented education are highly valued.
Language and Cultural Assets
- Proficiency in Inuktitut (both spoken and written)
- Experience with education informed by Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit
- Background in teaching in bilingual or ESL environments
- Experience in cross-cultural or northern Canadian educational contexts
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction and inclusive practices
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development techniques
- Familiarity with current assessment methodologies to enhance learning
- Demonstrated ability to create a positive learning environment using effective classroom management strategies (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
Relationships & Student Engagement
- Experience in building respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and other stakeholders
- Background in promoting student well-being and engagement
- Experience interacting with students outside of the classroom when appropriate
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaborative instructional planning and student support
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a school team
- Experience learning from and contributing to a community-focused environment
Compensation and benefits
- Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (commensurate with experience)
- Nunavut Northern Allowance for Igloolik, Nunavut: $22,579
- Subsidized Housing: NOT available
Conditions of Employment
- Current employees of the Government of Nunavut must hold a valid Nunavut teaching certificate.
- Candidates from outside Nunavut must provide a current public-school teaching certificate from a Canadian jurisdiction recognized by the Nunavut Department of Education. Applications missing this documentation will not be considered.
Mandatory Documentation
Please note that obtaining these documents may take several weeks. To prevent any delays in your start date, have them ready to submit upon receiving a job offer.
- Successful candidates must provide a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) dated no more than six months prior to the 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 utilize the behavior descriptive model outlined in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca)
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut is committed to developing a representative workforce; hence, 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
To apply, please send the following documents in Word or PDF format via e-mail to jobapps@gov.nu.ca:
- Resume
- Cover letter detailing your interest and motivation
- Names of three recent professional references, including your current (or most recent) and two former supervisors.
- If you are from outside Nunavut, please include a copy of your current public-school teaching certificate.
Note: Attachments larger than 10mb will not be accepted. Be sure to include the posting number SMS 2627 15840 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 on other commercial job sites are not authorized by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education, and Qikiqtani School Operations.