Assistant Director – Second Languages
Top Benefits
About the role
ESADSECL2509-01
Department
Education Services
BEFORE
October 28th, 2025 at 4pm
LOCATION
Kuujjuaq
SALARY
FROM $113,708
TO $151,605
STATUS
Full-Time Replacement with possibility of extension
DURATION
October 2025 to August 2028
I really like doing that, creating bonds of trust. When a student goes home at the end of the day and is happy, I feel like I’ve done my job right.
ELISAPIE LAMOUREUX
Special Education Teacher - Nuvviti School
FUNCTION & DUTIES:
Under the supervision of the Director of Education Services and in collaboration with other administrators of the Education Services, the Assistant Director is responsible for performing the following tasks and duties:
Manage and coordinate the development and updating of curricula related to designated subjects taught in second languages in the youth sector, in addition to the certification of studies;
Coordinate and update activities related to the implementation of programs of studies in accordance with the standards of the Ministère de l’Éducation (MEQ);
Contribute to the development and implementation of learning evaluation standards and internal tests in the designated subjects;
Oversee the performance of employees under his/her direct responsibility;
Establish the budget under his/her responsibility, monitor its use and provide reports as needed;
Participate in the development and updating of Kativik Ilisarniliriniq policies and rules;
Represent Kativik Ilisarniliriniq, as needed, on matters related to his/her field of work;
Participate in various committees that fall within the scope of his/her duties;
Coordinate external funding for various projects;
Fulfill any other responsibilities assigned by his/her supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Undergraduate degree in an appropriate field certifying a university program of at least three years or has held a senior management or executive position in a school board where a university degree is a minimum requirement;
Six (6) years of relevant experience, including team management experience;
A teaching licence recognized under the Education Act for Cree, Inuit and Naskapi Native Persons (C.Q.L.R., c. I-14).
The School 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 (JBNQA) and who accepts, as a condition of employment, to follow a training plan determined by the Board.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Fluency in two (2) of the three (3) working languages of Kativik Ilisarniliriniq (Inuktitut, French or English);
Leadership and ability to promote teamwork;
Teaching experience in Nunavik (an asset);
Willingness to travel.
CLASSIFICATION / SALARY / BENEFITS:
Class 10 as per the working conditions of Kativik Ilisarniliriniq’s managers: from $113,708 $ to $151,605 annually depending on qualifications and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task.
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
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!
About Kativik School Board
The Kativik Ilisarniliriniq, the school board of Nunavik, was created in 1975, under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA).
Under the JBNQA, the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq is granted the power and jurisdiction to develop and deliver specific educational services and programs consistent with Inuit culture. The mission of the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq is therefore twofold. On the one hand, it acts as a regular regional school board for all Nunavik residents. On the other hand, it also acts as an exclusive Inuit institution with unique powers and jurisdictions that aim to protect, maintain, and develop the Inuit language, culture, and way of life.
Since 1978, the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq has been the exclusive provider of academic services to the population of Nunavik. The education programs developed by the school board are offered in all schools of the 14 Nunavik communities, in Inuktitut as first language and in French and English as second languages. The school board operates 17 primary and secondary schools as well as 5 adult education center.
Assistant Director – Second Languages
Top Benefits
About the role
ESADSECL2509-01
Department
Education Services
BEFORE
October 28th, 2025 at 4pm
LOCATION
Kuujjuaq
SALARY
FROM $113,708
TO $151,605
STATUS
Full-Time Replacement with possibility of extension
DURATION
October 2025 to August 2028
I really like doing that, creating bonds of trust. When a student goes home at the end of the day and is happy, I feel like I’ve done my job right.
ELISAPIE LAMOUREUX
Special Education Teacher - Nuvviti School
FUNCTION & DUTIES:
Under the supervision of the Director of Education Services and in collaboration with other administrators of the Education Services, the Assistant Director is responsible for performing the following tasks and duties:
Manage and coordinate the development and updating of curricula related to designated subjects taught in second languages in the youth sector, in addition to the certification of studies;
Coordinate and update activities related to the implementation of programs of studies in accordance with the standards of the Ministère de l’Éducation (MEQ);
Contribute to the development and implementation of learning evaluation standards and internal tests in the designated subjects;
Oversee the performance of employees under his/her direct responsibility;
Establish the budget under his/her responsibility, monitor its use and provide reports as needed;
Participate in the development and updating of Kativik Ilisarniliriniq policies and rules;
Represent Kativik Ilisarniliriniq, as needed, on matters related to his/her field of work;
Participate in various committees that fall within the scope of his/her duties;
Coordinate external funding for various projects;
Fulfill any other responsibilities assigned by his/her supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Undergraduate degree in an appropriate field certifying a university program of at least three years or has held a senior management or executive position in a school board where a university degree is a minimum requirement;
Six (6) years of relevant experience, including team management experience;
A teaching licence recognized under the Education Act for Cree, Inuit and Naskapi Native Persons (C.Q.L.R., c. I-14).
The School 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 (JBNQA) and who accepts, as a condition of employment, to follow a training plan determined by the Board.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Fluency in two (2) of the three (3) working languages of Kativik Ilisarniliriniq (Inuktitut, French or English);
Leadership and ability to promote teamwork;
Teaching experience in Nunavik (an asset);
Willingness to travel.
CLASSIFICATION / SALARY / BENEFITS:
Class 10 as per the working conditions of Kativik Ilisarniliriniq’s managers: from $113,708 $ to $151,605 annually depending on qualifications and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task.
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
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!
About Kativik School Board
The Kativik Ilisarniliriniq, the school board of Nunavik, was created in 1975, under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA).
Under the JBNQA, the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq is granted the power and jurisdiction to develop and deliver specific educational services and programs consistent with Inuit culture. The mission of the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq is therefore twofold. On the one hand, it acts as a regular regional school board for all Nunavik residents. On the other hand, it also acts as an exclusive Inuit institution with unique powers and jurisdictions that aim to protect, maintain, and develop the Inuit language, culture, and way of life.
Since 1978, the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq has been the exclusive provider of academic services to the population of Nunavik. The education programs developed by the school board are offered in all schools of the 14 Nunavik communities, in Inuktitut as first language and in French and English as second languages. The school board operates 17 primary and secondary schools as well as 5 adult education center.