SST and Physical Education Teacher
About This Role
Posting #: VSS 2627 13782 B
Position: K – 12 Teacher
School: Victor Sammurtok School
Community: Chesterfield Inlet, Nunavut
Grade assignment: Student Support Teacher and Physical Education Teacher
Region School Operations: Kivalliq School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full Time) Indeterminate
Start date: 8/13/2026
End Date (if Term): Please note: Start and end dates may be subject to change based on approved school calendar.
Closing date for applications:
About this Opportunity
Kivalliq School Operations, a division of the Nunavut Department of Education, is inviting applications for the position of Student Support Teacher. In this role, you will be instrumental in fostering student learning through inclusive and culturally responsive practices. You will work closely with the school team to develop, implement, and assess Individual Education Plans (IEPs) that support student growth, development, and overall well-being. This position is ideal for educators who value:
• Customizing instruction to cater to the diverse needs of learners and local contexts
• Collaborating in teaching and learning experiences with students, families, colleagues, and the community over time
• Culturally respectful and community-focused methodologies
• Engaging deeply with local culture, language, and knowledge
Possessing resilience, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) is essential for success in northern environments.
About the School
Victor Sammurtok School, situated in the beautiful community of Chesterfield Inlet, Nunavut, caters to approximately 100 students from K-12, supported by a dedicated staff of 22. The school and its community are steeped in rich Inuit cultural traditions.
About Education in Nunavut
Schools in Nunavut share a collective mission (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq) to improve literacy outcomes for all students, ensuring that learning experiences are both culturally relevant and respectful. School operations across all three regions focus on:
• Advocating for the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (Inuit Societal Values)
• Enhancing Education Led by the Community
• Increasing Student Literacy
• Supporting Inclusive Education
The initiatives of the Government of Nunavut are guided by Inuit Societal Values and the principles of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit. The Department of Education is committed to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq by offering staff development through carefully designed professional learning opportunities.
Required Qualifications
Education & Certification
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree
• A Special Education Certificate/degree or equivalent coursework is an asset
• Minimum three years of teaching experience
• Favorable consideration will be given to experience as a Special Education/Student Support Teacher
• A 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)
• Experience in bilingual or ESL teaching settings
Desired Qualifications
Candidates need not meet every qualification; relevant experience and a dedication to community-centered education are highly valued.
Student Support & Special Education Expertise
• Experience in collaborating with classroom teachers to create and implement individual support plans for students with exceptional needs
• Experience mentoring staff to encourage positive behaviors and maintain a safe learning atmosphere
Language and Cultural Assets
• Proficiency in Inuktitut (both spoken and written)
• Experience supporting education based on Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit
• Experience teaching in cross-cultural or northern Canadian settings
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
• Experience in differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching strategies
• Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development (e.g., Balanced Literacy Strategies)
• Experience in fostering a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
• Experience mentoring staff to encourage positive behavior and ensure a safe learning environment
Relationships & Student Engagement
• Experience promoting student well-being and engagement
• Experience connecting with students outside of the classroom as appropriate
• Proven ability to establish respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and stakeholders
Collaboration & Professional Practice
• Experience collaborating with Education Support Service Providers (e.g., Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Psychologists)
• Experience linking with community support services, such as Family Services and Community Mental Health
• Experience leading and conducting professional development sessions based on the needs of individuals and groups
Technology Integration
• Experience managing accessibility equipment (e.g., assistive technology for learning devices, Phonak equipment, lifts, etc.)
Compensation and Benefits
• Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (based on experience)
• Nunavut Northern Allowance for Chesterfield Inlet, Nunavut: $23,147
• Subsidized Housing: Available, although sharing may be required.
Conditions of Employment
• Current employees of the Government of Nunavut must possess a valid Nunavut teaching certificate.
• Applicants 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 avoid any delays in your start date, ensure they are 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 before the designated start date.
• All job offers depend on 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 detailed in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca)
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut promotes a representative workforce; therefore, priority consideration 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
Interested candidates should submit the following documents in Word or PDF format via email to edukivcareers@gov.nu.ca:
• Resume
• Cover letter detailing your interest and motivations
• Names of three recent professional references from your current (or most recent) and two former supervisors.
• For candidates outside Nunavut, a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate
Note: Attachments larger than 10mb will not be accepted. Please include the posting number VSS 2627 13782 B in the email subject line.
Posting Authorization
This job advertisement has been authorized for external postings on the Education Canada Website (educationcanada.com) job-posting site. Postings found on other commercial job sites have not been authorized by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education, and Kivalliq School Operations.