Teacher - Grade 5, Alookie School, Pangnirtung, NU
About This Role
Posting #: ALO 2627 03596 B
Position: Teacher – Grade 5
School: Alookie School
Community: Pangnirtung, Nunavut
Grade Assignment: K-5
Region School Operations: Qikiqtani School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full-time)
Start Date: August 27, 2026
End Date (if Term): Please note that start and end dates are subject to change based on the approved school calendar.
Closing Date for Applications: Open Until Filled
About This Opportunity
The Nunavut Department of Education, operating under Qikiqtani School Operations, is seeking committed educators who are enthusiastic about creating effective learning environments for students in Nunavut. In this role, you will enrich student learning through culturally inclusive practices that emphasize community involvement. This position is ideal for educators who value:
- Collaborative teaching and learning alongside students, families, colleagues, and the broader community over time
- Culturally respectful and community-focused approaches
- Customizing instruction to fit the needs of diverse learners and local contexts
- Enhancing their understanding of local knowledge, language, and culture
Possessing qualities such as resilience, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) will greatly enhance your effectiveness in both work and life in the North.
About the School
Alookie School is located in the picturesque hamlet of Pangnirtung, Nunavut, serving the local community. The school educates approximately 200 students in grades K-5 and has a staff of 25. Both the school and the surrounding community are deeply rooted in Inuit cultural heritage.
About Education in Nunavut
The initiatives of the Government of Nunavut are guided by Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is committed to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq by providing well-structured professional development opportunities for its staff. Schools in Nunavut, united by a common mission (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq), are currently focusing on improving literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring their learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. Across all three regions, school operations are dedicated to:
- 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 credentials evaluated through Pathways To Teach Canada)
Desired Qualifications
Candidates need not meet every qualification; relevant experience and a commitment to community-centered education are highly valued.
Language and Cultural Assets
- Proficiency in Inuktitut (both spoken and written)
- Experience with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education
- Background in teaching in bilingual or ESL settings
- Experience in cross-cultural or northern Canadian teaching environments
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment
- Understanding of differentiated instruction and inclusive practices
- Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development
- Knowledge of current assessment methods to guide student learning
- Skills in creating a positive classroom climate with effective management practices (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
Relationships & Student Engagement
- Demonstrated experience in building respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and stakeholders
- Background in promoting student wellbeing and engagement
- Engagement with students outside the classroom as appropriate
Collaboration & Professional Practice
- Experience in collaboratively planning instruction and supporting students
- Ability to function effectively and supportively in a team environment
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