Teacher - Elementary Generalist, Inuujaq School, Arctic Bay
About This Role
Posting #: AB 2627 04450 B
Position: Teacher – Elementary Generalist
School: Inuujaq School
Community: Arctic Bay, Nunavut
Grade assignment: K-12
Region School Operations: Qikiqtani School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full-time)
Start date: August 20, 2026
End Date (if Term): Term until June 2028
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 in search of dedicated teachers who are passionate about fostering positive learning environments for students in Nunavut. As a teacher in this region, you will enhance student learning through culturally sensitive and inclusive practices that are firmly rooted in community engagement. This role may appeal to educators who prioritize:
- Collaborating on teaching and learning experiences with students, families, colleagues, and the community over time
- Culturally respectful and community-oriented educational practices
- Tailoring instruction to accommodate diverse learners and local contexts
- Engaging deeply with local knowledge, language, and culture
Resiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) are invaluable assets in both employment and northern living.
About the School
Inuujaq School, situated in the scenic hamlet of Arctic Bay, Nunavut, caters to the local population. The school accommodates around 390 students across K-12 grades and employs a staff of 39. The institution and the surrounding community are rich in Inuit cultural heritage.
About Education in Nunavut
The Government of Nunavut's initiatives are guided by Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is dedicated to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq, supporting staff development through thoughtfully crafted professional learning opportunities. Schools in Nunavut, united in purpose (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq), are currently emphasizing the enhancement of literacy outcomes for all learners while ensuring educational experiences are culturally meaningful and respectful. The operational goals across all three regions include:
- Promoting the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
- Community-Led Education
- Enhancing 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 qualifications assessed through Pathways To Teach Canada)
Desired Qualifications
Candidates need not fulfill every qualification; relevant experience and a dedication to community-centered education are highly regarded.
Language and Cultural Assets
- Proficiency in Inuktitut (both verbal and written)
- Experience in facilitating Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education
- Background in teaching within bilingual or ESL settings
- Experience in cross-cultural or northern Canadian educational contexts
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Experience with differentiated instruction and inclusive practices
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development
- Familiarity with current assessment methods to inform learning
- Proven ability to create a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
Relationships & Student Engagement
- Demonstrated experience in establishing respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and other stakeholders
- Experience in promoting student well-being and engagement
- Involvement with students beyond the classroom setting, as appropriate
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaborative planning for instruction and student support
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a school team
- Engagement and contribution within a shared, community-focused environment
Compensation and benefits
- Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (commensurate with experience)
- Nunavut Northern Allowance for Arctic Bay, Nunavut: $25,453
- 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 provide 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 obtaining these documents may take several weeks. To avoid any delays in your start date, ensure you have them ready to present 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 indicated start date.
- All job offers will depend on proof of eligibility to work in Canada at the time of application. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will utilize the behavioral descriptive model as outlined in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca)
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut is dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce, with priority given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in line with the Priority Hiring Policy.
How To apply
Please send the following documents in Word or PDF format via email to jobapps@gov.nu.ca:
- Resume
- Cover letter expressing your interest and motivations
- Names of 3 recent professional references from your current (or most recent) and 2 former supervisors.
- For applicants outside Nunavut, a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate
Note: Attachments exceeding 10mb will not be accepted. Please include the posting number AB 2627 04450 B in the subject line of your email.
Posting Authorization
This job posting is authorized for external listings on the Education Canada Website (educationcanada.com) job-posting platform. Listings found on any other commercial job sites are not authorized by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education, and Qikiqtani School Operations.