Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families is a multi service non-profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families, dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families. Position # 2026-197

Position Title Pirurviapik Preschool- Cultural Educator

Posting Date September 4, 2026

Hours 15- 20 hours per week

Position Status Replacement, Part-time determinant to March 31, 2027

Salary Range Starting at $48,000 plus benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Early Years Manager, the Cultural Educator plans, delivers, and evaluates culturally based activities for the Pirurviapik Child Care Centre.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Research, plan and implement Inuit-specific language and culture activities that promote cultural knowledge, traditions, and skills

Incorporate Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit principles into curriculum planning

Evaluate the learning outcomes of your teaching (language & culture acquisition)

With the support of your Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) team member, incorporate How Does Learning Happen into daily learning

Encourage and facilitate Inuktitut language development in the children, parents, and staff

Identify, engage and schedule culturally appropriate guest speakers, Elders, and resource people for the program

Support your RECE partner in planning and delivering school readiness activities

Under the guidance of the manager, recognize and respond to the needs of each child by using positive child guidance

Identify and report concerns, issues and hazards related to the delivery of child and family program

Assist the cook in traditional Inuit menu planning and serve healthy meals and snacks for programs including country food





Responsible for monitoring the health, safety, and well-being of children

Understand and adhere to all program policies (e.g. health and safety)

Comply with all recordf and reporting requirements outline Inuuqatigiit policies and procedures (e.g., incident reports)

Maintain program equipment in good repair and share responsibility for keeping a healthy and secure program space, including sanitizing toys

Other duties as required ACCOUNTABILITY Accountable for the well-being of children and parents

Accountable for the cultural integrity of all child and family programs

Adhere to and promote the mandate, workplan and mission of Inuuqatigiit Centre.

Must comply with all licensing requirements as outlined by the Ministry of Education childcare and early years act ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS May be required to work some evening and weekend hours related to program activities

Must demonstrate stress resistance and stamina in caring for young children

Regular physical activity associated with program activities, ability to access multi-story building KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Written and spoken fluency in lnuktitut is considered a strong asset

Knowledge in the needs of Inuit children and families

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing

Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment

Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment

Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software QUALIFICATIONS &





REQUIREMENTS Inuit descent required

High school diploma required

Post-secondary education diploma in related area considered an asset

Minimum of one year of experience working in a family-oriented program

Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities preferred

Criminal Reference Check for the Vulnerable Sector

Medical certification of good health

Up-to-date immunizations; TB test, if applicable

Proof of COVID-19 vaccine (Dose 1, 2& Booster)

CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to become certified) HOW TO APPLY: Please apply with a cover letter and up-to-date resume by to: Human Resources Department, at [email protected] Inuuqatigiit Centre is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of our Inuit community in Ottawa.

Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.

Eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies. Job descriptions may be obtained by email or on the website.

Note that accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require specific accommodation, please contact the HR Department through the information provided above, so that we can make suitable arrangements with you.

When two equally qualified candidates are considered for the same position, preference will be given to the candidate of Inuit descent.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position is dependent upon funding approval.

We do not use automated or AI- based systems to screen candidates.

All applications are assessed by qualified hiring professionals We thank all those who applied

📌 Pirurviapik Preschool- Cultural Educator (Ottawa)
🏢 Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children
📍 Ottawa