Teacher - Teacher Generalist, Ataguttaaluk Elementary School, Iglooli
About This Role
Posting #: AES 2627 01204 B
Position: Teacher - Elementary Generalist
School: Ataguttaaluk Elementary School
Community: Igloolik, Nunavut
Grade assignment: K-6
Region School Operations: Qikiqtani School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full-time)
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: Open until filled
About this opportunity
The Qikiqtani School Operations of the Nunavut Department of Education is on the lookout for dedicated teachers who are passionate about fostering robust learning environments for students in Nunavut. In this role, educators will promote student growth through culturally aware and inclusive practices that are rooted in community connections. This position is ideal for those who prioritize:
- Collaborating with students, families, colleagues, and the community over time
- Culturally sensitive, community-centered educational practices
- Tailoring instruction to accommodate diverse learners and local contexts
- Deepening their engagement with local knowledge, language, and culture
- Resilience, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) as essential traits for life in the North.
About the School
Ataguttaaluk Elementary School, located in the scenic hamlet of Igloolik, Nunavut, caters to the local community. The school serves approximately 395 students across grades K-6 and is supported by a staff of 40. The institution and the surrounding community embody a rich heritage of Inuit culture.
About Education in Nunavut
The initiatives of the Government of Nunavut are influenced by the Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is dedicated to the principle of Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq by providing staff development through carefully crafted professional learning opportunities. Schools in Nunavut, united in a common mission (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq), are currently focused on enhancing literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring that learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. School operations across all three regions are committed to:
- Promoting the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
- Facilitating Community-Led Education
- Advancing Student Literacy
- Supporting 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 without a Canadian teaching certificate must have their credentials evaluated through Pathways To Teach Canada)
Desired Qualifications
Candidates are not required to fulfill all qualifications; 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 implementing Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education.
- Background in teaching within a bilingual or ESL context.
- Experience teaching in cross-cultural or Northern Canadian settings.
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Experience with differentiated instruction and inclusive practices.
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy enhancement.
- Familiarity with current assessment methods to inform learning.
- Experience in fostering a positive learning environment through 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.
- Involvement with students beyond the classroom setting, as appropriate.
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaboratively planning instruction and student supports.
- Ability to work as part of a school team in a collaborative manner.
- Contributions to a community-oriented learning environment.
Compensation and benefits
- Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (based on experience)
- Nunavut Northern Allowance for Igloolik, Nunavut: $22,579
- Subsidized Housing: Available, though sharing may be required.
Conditions of Employment
- Applicants currently working with the Government of Nunavut must possess a valid Nunavut teaching certificate.
- Candidates 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 submit 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 behavior 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 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 jobapps@gov.nu.ca:
- Resume
- Cover letter outlining your interest and motivations
- Names of 3 recent professional references from your current (or most recent) supervisor and 2 former supervisors.
- For applicants 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 AES 2627 01204 B in the subject line of your email.
Posting Authorization
This job advertisement has been authorized for external postings on the Education Canada Website (educationcanada.com) job-posting platform. Postings on other commercial job sites are not sanctioned by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education, and Qikiqtani School Operations.