Teacher - Teacher, Inuksuit, Qikiqtarjuaq, NU
About This Role
Posting #: INU 2627 11428 B
Position: Teacher
School: Inuksuit School
Community: Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut
Grade assignment: K-12
Region School Operations: Qikiqtani School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full-time)
Start date: 9/2/2026
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, Qikiqtani School Operations, is on the lookout for educators who are dedicated to fostering strong learning environments for the students of Nunavut. As a teacher in this region, you will promote student learning through culturally sensitive, inclusive practices that are deeply rooted in community connections. This role may be ideal for those who appreciate:
• Collaborating in teaching and learning with students, families, colleagues, and the broader community over time
• Engaging in culturally respectful, community-oriented practices
• Tailoring instruction to accommodate diverse learners and local contexts
• Immersing themselves in local language, culture, and knowledge
Attributes such as resiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) are valuable for both employment and life in the North.
About the School
Situated in the scenic hamlet of Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut, Inuksuit School caters to the local population. The school serves around 170 students in a K-12 format and employs a staff of 21. It is enriched by a vibrant history of Inuit culture.
About Education in Nunavut
The Government of Nunavut's initiatives are influenced by Inuit Societal Values. The Department of Education is dedicated to promoting Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq by providing staff with well-structured professional learning opportunities. Schools across Nunavut are collaborating to enhance literacy outcomes for all students while ensuring that learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. All three regions focus on:
• Advancing the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
• Community-Led Education
• Enhancing Student Literacy
• Promoting Inclusive Education
Required Qualifications
Education & Certification
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree
• A valid teaching certificate recognized by or eligible for certification in Nunavut (Teachers educated internationally without a Canadian teaching certificate must have their credentials evaluated through Pathways To Teach Canada)
Desired Qualifications
Candidates are not required to fulfill every qualification; relevant experience and a commitment to education focused on community are highly regarded.
Language and Cultural Assets
• Proficiency in Inuktitut (both verbal and written)
• Experience with Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education
• Background in 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
• Familiarity with current assessment methods to inform learning
• Experience creating a positive learning atmosphere through effective classroom management strategies (e.g., Restitution, Tribes, Positive Effective Behavior Supports)
Relationships & Student Engagement
• Proven track record of building respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community members
• Experience fostering student wellbeing and engagement
• Involvement with students beyond classroom activities, as appropriate
Collaboration & Professional Practice
• Experience in collaborative planning for instruction and student support
• Ability to work as part of a school team collaboratively
• Engagement in learning and contributing within a shared community-focused environment
Compensation and benefits
• Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (dependent on experience)
• Nunavut Northern Allowance for Qikiqtarjuaq, Nunavut: $22,638
• Subsidized Housing: NOT available
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 avoid any delays in your start date, ensure you have them ready 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 the proof of eligibility to work in Canada at the time of application. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will utilize the behavior descriptive model as outlined in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca)
Employment Equity
The Government of Nunavut is committed to fostering a representative workforce; therefore, preference will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being 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 e-mail 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 previous supervisors.
• For candidates outside Nunavut, a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate
Note: Attachments exceeding 10mb will not be accepted. Please include the posting number INU 2627 11428 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 site. Postings found on other commercial job sites are not authorized by the Government of Nunavut, Department of Education and Qikiqtani School Operations.