Inuktitut - Qikiqtaaluk Nigiani Dialect Instructor

1 week ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Graybridge Malkam Full time

We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced
Inuktitut - Qikiqtaaluk Nigiani Dialect Instructors
to teach highly motivated public service professionals in a dynamic, supportive, culturally grounded learning environment.

The ideal candidate is passionate about
Inuktitut language, cultural transmission, and adult education
, bringing both linguistic expertise and cultural insight to the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

·      Teach the Qikiqtaaluk Nigiani dialect
, integrating authentic
cultural, social, and traditional context
.

·      Deliver
student-centered lessons
using the
Communicative Language Teaching (CLT)
approach.

·      Follow the
training plan (curriculum)
while incorporating your
creativity, traditional knowledge, and real-world language use
.

·      Use
technology, multimedia, and mobile tools
to enhance learner engagement and support a
meaningful learning experience
.

·      Contribute to a
collaborative, supportive teaching community
by sharing resources, practices, and cultural insights.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Highly proficient speaker of the
    Qikiqtaaluk Nigiani (South Baffin) dialect
  • Bachelor's degree
    in linguistics, languages, literature, second language teaching, philology, or related field
  • OR
  • Bachelor's degree in another field
    with at least 500 hours of teaching experience with adults
  • Strong knowledge and appreciation of Nunavut Inuit cultures, traditions, and values
  • Experience teaching or facilitating learning for adult learners
  • Proficiency in English and/or French
    (Canada's official languages)
  • Comfortable using
    digital tools, multimedia, and online platforms
  • Willingness to take part in training and orientation
  • Flexibility to teach in both onsite and online formats

Join
a motivated, collaborative team that values professional growth, cultural exchange, and learner success.

Thanks for submitting your application to Vildana Stanisic-Keller at

Please submit:

  • Resume/CV
  • Cover letter explaining your teaching experience and language proficiency

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those selected for an online interview will be contacted.



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