Gr. 7 English Language Arts Teacher
About This Role
Posting #: MUI 2627 07349
Position: English Language Arts Teacher
School: Maani Ulujuk Ilinniarvik
Community: Rankin Inlet, Nunavut
Grade assignment: 7
Region School Operations: Kivalliq School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full Time) Indeterminate
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: April 6, 2026
About this opportunity
The Nunavut Department of Education, Kivalliq School Operations, is on the lookout for dedicated teachers who are eager to foster robust learning environments for students in Nunavut. As an educator in this region, you will enhance student learning by employing inclusive strategies that honor cultural respect and community connections. This position could be ideal for those who appreciate:
- Collaborative teaching and learning experiences with students, families, colleagues, and the community
- Culturally respectful and community-oriented educational practices
- Tailoring instruction to cater to diverse learners and local contexts
- Engaging deeply with local language, culture, and knowledge
Possessing qualities such as resiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) will serve you well in this role and in northern living.
About the School
Situated in the scenic hamlet of Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Maani Ulujuk Ilinniarvik serves its community with approximately 380 students across grades 7-12 and a staff of 40. The school and its community are rich in Inuit cultural heritage.
About Education in Nunavut
The Government of Nunavut's initiatives are influenced by Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is dedicated to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq by enhancing staff development through thoughtfully designed professional learning opportunities. Schools across Nunavut collaborate towards a common goal (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq) focusing on improving literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring that their learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. School operations in all three regions prioritize:
- Promotion of the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
- Community-Led Education
- Enhancement of 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 (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 meet all qualifications; relevant experience and a dedication to community-centered education are highly regarded.
Language and Cultural Assets
- Proficient in Inuktitut (both verbal and written)
- Experience with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education
- Background in teaching in bilingual or ESL settings
- Experience in cross-cultural or northern Canadian teaching contexts
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Background in differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development
- Familiarity with contemporary assessment methods to guide learning
- Experience in establishing a positive learning atmosphere using effective 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 well-being and engagement
- Ability to connect with students outside of the classroom when appropriate
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaboratively planning instruction and student supports
- Capacity to work effectively as part of a school team
- Ability to learn from and contribute to a community-focused environment
Compensation and benefits
- Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (commensurate with experience)
- Nunavut Northern Allowance for Rankin Inlet, Nunavut: $18,517
- Subsidized Housing: Available, though sharing may be necessary.
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 reviewed.
Mandatory Documentation
Please be aware that acquiring these documents may take weeks. To avoid delays in your start date, have them ready to provide upon receiving a job offer.
- Successful candidates must present a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) dated within six months of the start date specified above.
- 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 behavioral 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 being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in alignment with the Priority Hiring Policy.
How To apply
Please send the following documents in Word or PDF format via email to edukivcareers@gov.nu.ca:
- Resume
- Cover letter expressing your interest and motivations
- Names of three recent professional references, including 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. Ensure that the posting number MUI 2627 07349 is included in your email subject line.
Posting Authorization
This job posting is authorized for external listings on the Education Canada Website (educationcanada.com) job-posting site. Listings found on other commercial job platforms are not sanctioned by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education and Kivalliq School Operations.