Teacher - Jr. High Generalist, Inuujaq School, Arctic BayGrade assignment:K-12Region School Operations:Qikiqtani School OperationsStatus:1.0 (Full time)Start date:August 20, 2026Closing date for applications:April 29, 2026About this opportunityThe Nunavut Department of Education, Qikiqtani School Operations, is seeking teachers who are committed to supporting strong learning environments for Nunavut’s students.As a teacher in Nunavut, you will support student learning through culturally respectful, inclusive practice grounded in community relationships.What We ValueTeaching and learning alongside students, families, colleagues and community over timeCulturally respectful, community-focused practiceAdapting instruction to support diverse learners and local contextImmersing themselves in local knowledge, language and cultureResiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness ( Qanuqtuurniq ) are assets to employment and northern life.About the SchoolLocated in the picturesque hamlet ofArctic Bay, Nunavut ,Inuujaq Schoolserves the local community. The school has a population of approximately390students in aK-12setting with a staff of39. The school and community are steeped in a rich history of Inuit culture.Required QualificationsEducation & CertificationBachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degreeValid teaching certificate recognized by, or eligible for certification in NunavutInternational teachers who do not hold a Canadian teaching certificate may still apply. Candidates are not expected to meet every qualification; relevant experience anda commitment to community‑centred education are valued.Language and Cultural AssetsAbility to communicate in Inuktitut (verbal and written)Experience supporting Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit‑based educationExperience teaching in a bilingual or ESL environmentExperience teaching in cross‑cultural,



or northern‑Canada contextsTeaching Practice & Classroom EnvironmentExperience in differentiated instruction and inclusive practicesTraining or experience in evidence‑based literacy developmentTraining or experience using current assessment methods to guide learningExperience in creating a positive learning environment using classroom management practices and approaches (e.G., Restitution, Tribes, Positives, Effective Behavior Supports)Relationships & Student EngagementExperience in building respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and stakeholdersExperience in fostering student wellbeing and engagementExperience in engaging with students beyond the classroom, as appropriateCollaboration & Professional PracticeExperience in planning instruction and student supports through collaborative approachesExperience working collaboratively as part of a school teamExperience learning and contributing in a shared, community‑focused environmentCompensation and BenefitsSalary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (based on experience)Nunavut Northern Allowance for Arctic Bay: $25,453Subsidised Housing: Available but sharing may be requiredConditions of EmploymentApplicants currently employed by the Government of Nunavut must hold a valid Nunavut teaching certificateApplicants from outside Nunavut must provide a copy of a current public‑school teaching certificate from a Canadian jurisdiction recognised by the Nunavut Department of Education. Applications that do not include this documentation will not be consideredApplicants must provide a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) dated no more than six months prior to the start dateAll job offers will be contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in Canada at the time of offer and the candidate's completion of required checksThe Government of Nunavut is committed to creating 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 PolicyMandatory DocumentationSuccessful candidates must provide a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) dated no more than six months prior to the start date as indicated aboveDocumentation may take several weeks to obtain; ensure they are ready to provide upon receipt of a job offer#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Teacher - Jr. High Generalist, Inuujaq School, Arctic Bay300323 - C$93,906 - C$147,243 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Government of Nunavut
📍 Winnipeg