Nunavut School teacher Jobs – 48 Openings This Week

Teacher - ELA , Iglulik High School, Igloolik NU#300655
Government of Nunavut —Igloolik, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- High school diploma or GED
- Education
Teacher: JH/SH Generalist, Pangniq School, Taloyoak, NU#301019
Government of Nunavut —Taloyoak, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Teacher - Elementary Generalist Teacher, Sam Pudlat School, Kinngait N#301690
Government of Nunavut —Kinngait, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
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Gr. 5 Classroom Teacher #299690
Government of Nunavut —Coral Harbour, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Teacher: Literacy Specialist, Kiilinik High School, Cambridge Bay, NU#301488
Government of Nunavut —Cambridge Bay, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- High school diploma or GED
- Education
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Teacher - Vice Principal, Quluaq School, Clyde River#299191
Government of Nunavut —Clyde River, NU
- $108,201–$157,970 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Student Support Teacher#300105
Government of Nunavut —Baker Lake, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Teacher - Inuktitut Language Arts, Inuksuk High School, Iqaluit, NU #299623
Government of Nunavut —Iqaluit, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- High school diploma or GED
- Education
Student Support Teacher#300486
Government of Nunavut —Arviat, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Gr. 1 Classroom Teacher#299910
Government of Nunavut —Baker Lake, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Teacher - Science Teacher, Peter Pitseolak School, Kinngait NU #301169
Government of Nunavut —Kinngait, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- High school diploma or GED
- Education
Teacher - Industrial Arts (Shop Teacher), Peter Pitseolak School, Kinn#299871
Government of Nunavut —Kinngait, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- High school diploma or GED
- Education
Teacher - English Language Arts, Nuiyak School, Sanikiluaq#301499
Government of Nunavut —Sanikiluaq, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- English
- Education
8d
Teacher: SH Math Kugluktuk High School, Kugluktuk, NU#300331
Government of Nunavut —Kugluktuk, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- High school diploma or GED
- Education
Gr. 1 Classroom Teacher#299781
Government of Nunavut —Naujaat, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Gr 10-11 Student Support Teacher & ELA Teacher#300888
Government of Nunavut —Rankin Inlet, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Teacher - Generalist, Arnaqjuaq, Sanirajak, NU#299709
Government of Nunavut —Sanirajak, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Teacher - Grade 8/9 Generalist, Quluaq, Clyde River NU#301766
Government of Nunavut —Clyde River, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
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Learning Coach Grade K-12 Teacher#299816
Government of Nunavut —Chesterfield Inlet, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's
Teacher - Homeroom, Inuksuit, Qikiqtarjuaq, NU #300445
Government of Nunavut —Qikiqtarjuaq, NU
- $93,906–$147,243 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Education
- Bachelor's

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Teacher - ELA , Iglulik High School, Igloolik NU#300655

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Full-time
$93,906–$147,243 a year

Qualifications

Bilingual
High school diploma or GED
Education
Bachelor's
Classroom experience
Training & development
Teaching

Full job description

POSTING DATE

2026-06-04

POSITIONS

SALARY

See below

REFERENCE NO.

IGH 2627 03477 B

FTE

1.0

EMPLOYER WEBSITE

https://www.gov.nu.ca/

Full Description

Posting #: IGH 2627 03477 B

Position: Teacher - ELA

School: Iglulik High School

Community: Igloolik, Nunavut

Grade assignment: 10 - 12
Region School Operations: Qikiqtani School Operations

Status: 1.0 (Full-time)

Start date: 8/20/2026

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 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. This position may be a strong fit for educators who value:

Teaching and learning alongside students, families, colleagues and community over time
Culturally respectful, community-focused practice
Adapting instruction to support diverse learners and local context
Immersing themselves in local knowledge, language and culture

Resiliency, adaptability, and resourcefulness (Qanuqtuurniq) are assets to employment and northern life.

About the School

Located in the picturesque hamlet of Igloolik, Nunavut, Iglulik High School serves the local community. The school has a population of approximately 280 students in a 10-12 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 3 regions are committed to:

• Promotion of the Inuktut Language and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangiit (Inuit Societal

Values)

• Community-Led Education

• Improving Student Literacy

• Inclusive Education

Required Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree

• Valid teaching certificate recognized by, or eligible for certification in Nunavut

(International educated teachers who do not hold a Canadian teaching certificate

must have their credentials evaluated through Pathways To Teach Canada

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

• Ability to communicate in Inuktitut (verbal and written).

• Experience supporting Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit-based education.

• Experience teaching in a bilingual or ESL environment

• Experience teaching in cross-cultural, or northern-Canada contexts

Teaching Practice & Classroom Environment

• Experience in differentiated instruction and inclusive practices

• Training or experience in evidence-based literacy development

• 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.)

Relationships & Student Engagement

• Experience in building respectful relationships with students, families,

colleagues, and stakeholders

• Experience in fostering student wellbeing and engagement

• Experience in engaging with students beyond the classroom, as appropriate

Collaboration & Professional Practice

• Experience in planning instruction and student supports through collaborative

approaches

• Experience working collaboratively as part of a school team

• Experience learning and contributing in a shared, community-focused

environment

Compensation and benefits

• Salary Range: $93,906 - $147,243 (based on experience)

• Nunavut Northern Allowance for Igloolik, Nunavut: $22,579

• Subsidized Housing: NOT available

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

Please note that these documents may take several weeks to obtain. To ensure there are no delays in your start date, please have them ready to provide upon receipt of 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 start

date as indicated above.

• All job offers will be contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in Canada at time

of application.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will follow the behavior descriptive model as described in the attached link: BehaviorDescription Interviewing (gov.nu.ca)

Employment Equity

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.

How To apply

Please submit the following documents in Word or PDF format by e-mail to [email protected]:

• Resume

• Cover letter stating your interest and motivations

• Names of 3 recent professional references, from your current (or most recent)

and 2 former supervisors.

• For candidates outside Nunavut, a copy of a current public-school teaching certificate

Note: Attachments over 10mb will not be accepted.

Please include the posting number IGH 2627 03477 B in the subject line of your email.

Posting Authorization

This job advertisement is 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.

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school teacher jobs in nunavut

Teacher - ELA , Iglulik High School, Igloolik NU#300655

Teacher: JH/SH Generalist, Pangniq School, Taloyoak, NU#301019

Teacher - Elementary Generalist Teacher, Sam Pudlat School, Kinngait N#301690

Gr. 5 Classroom Teacher #299690

Teacher: Literacy Specialist, Kiilinik High School, Cambridge Bay, NU#301488

Teacher - Vice Principal, Quluaq School, Clyde River#299191

Student Support Teacher#300105

Teacher - Inuktitut Language Arts, Inuksuk High School, Iqaluit, NU #299623

Student Support Teacher#300486

Gr. 1 Classroom Teacher#299910

Teacher - Science Teacher, Peter Pitseolak School, Kinngait NU #301169

Teacher - Industrial Arts (Shop Teacher), Peter Pitseolak School, Kinn#299871

Teacher - English Language Arts, Nuiyak School, Sanikiluaq#301499

Teacher: SH Math Kugluktuk High School, Kugluktuk, NU#300331

Gr. 1 Classroom Teacher#299781

Gr 10-11 Student Support Teacher & ELA Teacher#300888

Teacher - Generalist, Arnaqjuaq, Sanirajak, NU#299709

Teacher - Grade 8/9 Generalist, Quluaq, Clyde River NU#301766

Learning Coach Grade K-12 Teacher#299816

Teacher - Homeroom, Inuksuit, Qikiqtarjuaq, NU #300445

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