Teacher - Generalist, Sivuniit Middle School, Igloolik
About This Role
Posting #: SMS 2627 14791 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: August 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, under Qikiqtani School Operations, is seeking dedicated educators who are passionate about fostering effective learning spaces for students in Nunavut. As a teacher in this region, you will enhance student learning through inclusive and culturally respectful practices that are rooted in community relationships. This role may appeal to those who prioritize:
- Collaborative teaching and learning alongside students, families, colleagues, and the community
- Culturally attuned, community-oriented practices
- Tailoring instruction to address diverse learning needs and local circumstances
- Engaging deeply with local knowledge, language, and traditions
Resiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) are valuable traits for success in this position and in northern living.
About the School
Sivuniit Middle School, situated in the charming hamlet of Igloolik, Nunavut, serves its local community. The school caters to around 165 students in grades 7-9 and is supported by a staff of 24. Both the school and the 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, promoting staff development with thoughtfully crafted professional learning opportunities. Schools across Nunavut are united in a mission (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq) to enhance literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring their educational experiences are culturally significant and respectful. School operations in all three regions focus on:
- Promotion of 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
- Valid teaching certificate recognized by, or eligible for certification in Nunavut (Internationally educated teachers lacking a Canadian teaching certificate must have their credentials evaluated through Pathways To Teach Canada)
Desired Qualifications
Candidates are not required to meet every qualification; relevant experience and a commitment to community-centered education are highly valued.
Language and Cultural Assets
- Proficiency in Inuktitut (both verbal and written)
- Experience with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based educational practices
- Background in bilingual or ESL teaching environments
- Experience in teaching within cross-cultural or northern Canadian settings
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Familiarity with differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching methods
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development
- Knowledge or experience with contemporary assessment techniques to inform learning
- Experience in cultivating a supportive classroom environment through effective management strategies (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
Relationships & Student Engagement
- Proven ability to establish respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and stakeholders
- Experience in promoting student well-being and engagement
- Involvement with students outside the classroom setting, as appropriate
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaboratively planning instruction and student support
- Proven track record of working as part of a cohesive school team
- Experience in engaging and contributing to a community-focused educational environment
Compensation and benefits
- Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (depending on experience)
- Nunavut Northern Allowance for Igloolik, Nunavut: $22,579
- Subsidized Housing: Available, though sharing may be required.
Conditions of Employment
- Candidates currently working for 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, please ensure they are ready to provide upon receiving a job offer.
- Successful candidates must present 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 be contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in Canada at the time of application. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will follow the behavioral descriptive model as outlined in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca)
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut is committed to establishing a representative workforce; thus, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in line with the Priority Hiring Policy.
How To apply
Please submit 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 three recent professional references from your current (or most recent) and two 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 SMS 2627 14791 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 found on other commercial job sites are not authorized by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education, and Qikiqtani School Operations.