Inuktitut - Qikiqtaaluk Nigiani Dialect Instructor - Graybridge Malkam

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.

We Welcome Applications From:

Fluent speakers of the Qikiqtaaluk Nigiani dialect, cultural knowledge holders, experienced educators, and individuals passionate about language, cultures, and adult learning.

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following:

• A current résumé or CV

• A brief cover letter outlining your teaching or community-based experience that reflects your strengths as an educator, language proficiency, and connection to Inuit cultures and communities

Please indicate in your application if you:

• Are a fluent speaker of the Qikiqtaaluk Nigiani dialect

• Have experience teaching adult learners

• Have knowledge of Nunavut Inuit culture, traditions, and values

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please apply by emailing Vildana Stanisic-Keller at vstanisickeller@graybridgemalkam.com.