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Education Consultant

$49,456 - $92,027 yearly
Non-Teaching

Job Description

FUNCTION & DUTIES:

Reporting to the Coordinator of the Nunavik Sivunitsavut (NS) Program, the Education Consultant works closely with post-secondary students to provide academic support and guide them to the appropriate post-secondary institutions. The responsibilities of the Education Consultant include, but are not limited to:
  • Contribute to the implementation of programs of study and training, provide advice to teachers and the administration concerning the interpretation of those programs.
  • Participate in the development of learning situations and support experimentation in class.
  • Provide advice and support to teachers either individually or in a group format in matters relating to their daily teaching activities.
  • Develop or select and deliver training and instrumentation activities designed to respond to needs in pedagogical adaptation, innovation and development.
  • Collaborate with school resources and partner organizations to advance issues related to Inuit post-secondary education.
  • Make recommendations, review policies, and provide critical feedback to sponsored students, PSSS staff, and external institutional staff on how to best adapt their practice(s) aimed at student success.
  • Regularly meet with students to ensure appropriate follow-up and to adjust the necessary teaching strategies.
  • Analyze and recommend the purchase of learning materials, supplementary materials, equipment, software and program packages, and provide advice on classroom layout.
  • Perform any other duties or tasks deemed relevant and necessary by the Director or Student Services Coordinator.


QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in education, administration, social sciences or any other related field.

The Board may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the afore-mentioned qualification requirements if it finds a suitable candidate who is a beneficiary of the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement and who accepts, as a condition of employment, to follow a training plan determined by the Board

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Fluency in written and spoken Inuktitut, as well as English or French
  • Must be able to travel to Nunavik
  • Must be willing to work independently and be in regular communication with various organizations and partners
  • Must be willing to work occasionally on evenings and weekends


CLASSIFICATION / SALARY / BENEFITS:

In accordance with the SPPENOM collective agreement for professionals. This position belongs to job category 2104: from $49,456 TO $92,027 annually depending on qualification and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task

You may be eligible to benefits such as:

• 20 days paid vacation

• 2-week paid holiday period

• Free parking

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Career development opportunities

• Hybrid work schedule

and, when applicable, other benefits such as:

• Summer schedule

• Northern premium

• Food transportation allocation

• Paid relocation benefits

• Retention and attraction premium

• Up to three (3) round trips to and from Nunavik

Only the candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Nakurmiik!

Location Name

Montreal - Nunavik Sivunitsavut
Kativik Ilisarniliriniq
About Kativik Ilisarniliriniq

Kativik Ilisarniliriniq provides educational services to the residents of Nunavik, a region in northern Quebec. Established under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement in 1975, Kativik Ilisarniliriniq has grown to serve a vast, culturally rich area with a strong focus on Inuit values and traditions.

Quick Facts:

-   4,500 students

-   17 primary and secondary schools and 5 adult education centers

-   1,250 employees

-   Northern Quebec along the shores of Hudson Bay and Hudson Strait

 

Educational Programs:

Seventeen primary and secondary schools and six adult education centers fall under the school board’s jurisdiction. Educational instruction is provided in three languages: Inuktitut, French, and English, ensuring that the curriculum is accessible and inclusive for all students. The curriculum prioritizes Inuit culture, language, and worldview to safeguard and advance the rich heritage of the Inuit community.

Community Engagement and Benefits:

Employees of Kativik Ilisarniliriniq are offered several benefits including subsidized housing, moving costs, isolation and retention premiums, food transport allowances, and comprehensive insurance and pension plans. Additionally, the school board offers professional development activities aimed at improving the knowledge, skills or education of staff to enable them to access specialized positions.

 

Commitment to Culture and Heritage:

Our curriculum and programs are designed to engage youths through meaningful interactions with the environment and the community. Our commitment to maintaining and fostering Inuit traditions is evident in our educational approach and the many cultural programs and activities we incorporate into the school experience. The board also supports post-secondary students, with over 125 students sponsored in institutions outside Nunavik​​.

Kativik Ilisarniliriniq provides a unique and enriching environment for educators and professionals passionate about making a difference in northern Canada while being truly engaged with the Inuit community and culture.

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