Language Specialist, Sivuniit Middle School, Igloolik NU Region School Operations: Qikiqtani School Operations
Status: 1.0 (Full-time)
End Date (if Term): 6/21/2027
Please note: Start and end dates may be subject to change based on approved school calendar.
About this opportunity The Nunavut Department of Education, Qikiqtani School Operations , is seeking Language Specialists who are committed to supporting strong learning environments for Nunavut’s students.
As a Language Specialist in Nunavut, you will support language development through culturally respectful practice grounded in community relationships.
This position may be a strong fit for individuals who value:
Supporting the development Inuktut language skills
Working alongside teachers, school staff, families, and community to strengthen Inuktut language learning
Culturally respectful, community-focused practice
Engaging with local knowledge, language, and culture in daily practice
Resiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness ( Qanuqtuurniq ) are assets to employment and northern life.
About the School Located in the picturesque hamlet of Igloolik, Nunavut , Sivuniit Middle School serves the local community. The school has a population of approximately 165 students in a 7-9 setting with a staff of 24 . The school and community are steeped in a rich history of Inuit culture.
About Education in Nunavut The work of the Government of Nunavut is shaped by the Inuit Societal Values . The Department of Education is committed to Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq by supporting staff development through well-designed professional learning opportunities.
Nunavut schools, working together for a common cause (Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq),



are currently focused on improving literacy outcomes for all students and ensuring students’ learning experiences are culturally relevant and respectful. School operations in all regions are committed to:
Promotion of the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal Values)
One (1) year experience teaching in a bilingual or ESL environment
Eligibility to obtain a Nunavut Teaching Certificate as a Language Specialist
Desired Qualifications Candidates are not expected to meet every qualification; relevant experience and a commitment to community-centred education are valued.
Language and Cultural Assets Experience supporting Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education.
Experience teaching in cross-cultural, or northern-Canada contexts
Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment Experience working in K-12 classroom settings
Evidence of courses taken towards educational certification
Experience in differentiated instruction and inclusive practices
Training or experience using current assessment methods to guide learning
Experience in creating a positive learning environment using classroom management practices and approaches (e.g. Restitution, Tribes, Positives Effective Behavior Supports.)

Training or experience in evidence-based literacy instruction, structured literacy,



and data‑based decision-making
Experience using educational technology
Relationships & Student Engagement Experience in building respectful relationships with students, families, colleagues, and stakeholders
Experience in fostering student wellbeing and engagement
Collaboration & Qualified Practice Experience in planning instruction and student supports through collaborative approaches
Experience working collaboratively as part of a team
Experience learning and contributing in a shared, community-focused environment
Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $78,206 - $94,389 (based on experience)
Nunavut Northern Allowance for Igloolik, Nunavut : $22,579
Conditions of Employment Applicants currently employed by the Government of Nunavut must hold a valid Nunavut teaching certificate.
Applicants 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 that do not include this documentation will not be considered.
Mandatory Documentation Successful 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 above.
All job offers will be contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in Canada at time of application.
The 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 Policy.

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📌 Language Specialist, Sivuniit Middle School, Igloolik NU #305486 (Nunavut)
🏢 Government of Nunavut
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