Vice Principal, SST Inuksuit School, Qikiqtarjuaq Nunavut

Posting Number: INU 2627 15693 B

Position: Vice Principal with Student Support Teacher Responsibilities

School: Inuksuit School

Community: Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut

Grade Level: K-12

Status: Full-time (1.0 PY), June 2030

Start Date: September 2, 2026

End Date (if Applicable): June 7, 2030

Please be aware: Start and end dates may vary depending on approved school calendars.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

About This Opportunity

The Nunavut Department of Education, Qikiqtani School Operations, seeks passionate school leaders who are dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for students in Nunavut. As Vice-Principal, you will be instrumental in supporting instructional leadership and fostering a nurturing and inclusive school environment. Working alongside the Principal, you will strive to develop strong connections with students, staff, families, and community stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include advocating for student achievement, promoting culturally relevant learning based on Inuit Societal Values, and driving school initiatives focused on literacy, inclusion, and student welfare. Essential attributes for this role include resilience, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq), which are critical for thriving in this position and in northern living.

About the School

Inuksuit School, located in the picturesque hamlet of Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut, serves the local community and has an enrollment of approximately 170 students in a K-12 format, supported by a staff of 21. The school is deeply rooted in Inuit cultural traditions.

About Education in Nunavut

The initiatives of the Government of Nunavut are guided by Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is committed to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq, emphasizing staff development through structured professional learning opportunities. Schools in Nunavut work collaboratively (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq) to improve literacy outcomes for all students, ensuring that their educational experiences are culturally meaningful and respectful.

• Promotion of the Inuktitut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
• Community-Led Education
• Enhancing Student Literacy
• Inclusive Education

Required Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor of Education 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)

Experience

• A minimum of 2 years in a formal or informal leadership role within a school (e.g., Vice-Principal, department head, instructional coach, or teacher-leader)
• At least 5 years of classroom teaching experience

Core Leadership Competencies

• A strong commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive school environment that promotes the well-being of students and staff.
• Proven capability to collaborate with the Principal to support instructional leadership, emphasizing literacy development and inclusive practices.
• Experience contributing to instructional improvement through coaching, professional learning communities (PLCs), and leveraging student achievement data to advance student success.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining positive, respectful relationships with students, staff, families, and community members, particularly in a northern and cross-cultural context.

Assets and Preferred Experience

Language and Cultural Assets

• Proficiency in Inuktitut (both spoken and written).
• Experience in supporting education grounded in Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit.
• Background in assisting bilingual and ESL programming.

Instructional Leadership

• Graduate-level education training.
• Experience in creating supportive school-wide behavior and learning environments.

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