DEPARTMENT: SCHOOL OPERATIONS
SALARY: FROM $89,317 TO $119,087 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
COMPETITION NUMBER: SOVP2412-01
LOCATION: NUNAVIK
STATUS: FULL-TIME REPLACEMENT POSITIONS
START DATE: JANUARY TO JUNE 2025, WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION
Kativik Ilisarniliriniq (KI) is a school board offering educational services in the 14 communities of Nunavik.
FUNCTION & DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Director of School Operations, the Vice-principal is responsible in assisting in the pedagogical management of the school programs and resources in accordance with the policies of the Board.
QUALIFICATIONS: • Permanent teaching diploma (Brevet) issued by the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and
Research (MEESR) or a teaching license recognized under the Education Act for Cree, Inuit and Naskapi Native Persons (R.S.Q., c. I-14);
• A Bachelor’s degree in education or an undergraduate degree in a relevant field of study certifying a minimum three-year university program or hold a senior executive or senior staff position in a school board for which an undergraduate degree is required under the minimum qualifications or hold a position of Vice-principal.
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 two (2) of the three (3) official languages of KI (Inuktitut, English and French); • Five (5) years of experience in a teaching or in professional position including at least three (3) years
in teaching; • Knowledge in the Nunavik Regions; • Experience as a leader in a cross-cultural environment is an asset.
CLASSIFICATION / SALARY / BENEFITS: Class 00-08 as per the working conditions of managers at KI: from $89,317 to $119,087 annually depending on school size, qualifications and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task.
In addition to salary, you may be eligible to benefits such as: • 30 days paid vacation • Up to 10 paid recuperation days • 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
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open until filled
To apply:
1) Visit our career website (https://career.kativik.qc.ca/) and click on “Apply”, OR
2) Send your CV to applications@kativik.qc.ca and indicate SOVP2412-01 in the subject of the e-mail.
Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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.