Physical Education & Science
About This Role
Posting #: QMS 2627 10318
Position: Physical Education & Science
School: Qitiqliq Middle School
Community: Arviat, Nunavut
Grade Assignment: Grade 7 Teacher
Region: Kivalliq School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full Time) Indeterminate
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: April 6, 2026
About this Opportunity
The Nunavut Department of Education, Kivalliq School Operations, is on the lookout for educators who are dedicated to fostering effective learning environments for students in Nunavut. As a teacher in this region, you will play a crucial role in enhancing student learning through culturally responsive and inclusive practices that are rooted in community engagement. This position is particularly suitable for educators who appreciate:
- Collaborative teaching and learning with students, families, colleagues, and the community over time
- Culturally sensitive and community-oriented practices
- Tailoring instruction to accommodate diverse learners and the local context
- Deepening their understanding of local knowledge, language, and culture
- Demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) as vital attributes for employment and living in the North.
About the School
Situated in the charming hamlet of Arviat, Nunavut, Qitiqliq Middle School serves the local community. The school caters to approximately 200 students in grades 6-8, supported by a staff of 26. Both the school and the 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 committed to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq by providing staff development through thoughtfully designed professional learning opportunities. Schools in Nunavut, united in their mission (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq), are currently focused on enhancing literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring that their learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. School operations across all three regions are dedicated to:
- Promoting the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
- Community-Led Education
- Enhancing Student Literacy
- Fostering Inclusive Education
Required Qualifications
Education & Certification
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree
- A valid teaching certificate recognized by, or eligibility for certification in Nunavut (Internationally educated teachers without a Canadian teaching certificate must have their credentials assessed through Pathways To Teach Canada).
Desired Qualifications
Candidates are not expected to fulfill every qualification; relevant experience and a dedication to community-focused education are highly valued.
Language and Cultural Assets
- Proficiency in Inuktitut (both verbal and written).
- Experience in supporting education based on Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit.
- Experience teaching in bilingual or ESL settings.
- Experience in cross-cultural or northern Canadian educational contexts.
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Experience with differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices.
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development.
- Training or experience utilizing current assessment strategies to inform learning.
- Experience in fostering a positive classroom environment through effective management practices and approaches (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports).
Relationships & Student Engagement
- Experience in cultivating respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Experience in promoting student wellbeing and engagement.
- Experience engaging with students outside the classroom as appropriate.
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaboratively planning instruction and student supports.
- Experience working as a part of a school team in a collaborative manner.
- Experience learning from and contributing to a community-focused environment.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (based on experience)
- Nunavut Northern Allowance for Arviat, Nunavut: $21,113
- Subsidized Housing: Available, though sharing may be necessary.
Conditions of Employment
- Applicants currently employed by the Government of Nunavut must possess a valid Nunavut teaching certificate.
- Applicants from outside Nunavut are required to 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 ensure a smooth start date, have them ready to submit 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 outlined in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca).
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut is dedicated to establishing a representative workforce; therefore, priority 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
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 3 recent professional references, including your current (or most recent) supervisor and 2 former supervisors.
- For candidates outside Nunavut, please include a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate.
Note: Attachments exceeding 10mb will not be accepted. Include the posting number QMS 2627 10318 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 are not authorized by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education, and Kivalliq School Operations.