Welcome to Nunavut Teacher Orientation!
As a newly hired teacher, student support teacher, language specialist, learning coach, guidance counselor, vice principal or principal in Nunavut, you will fill a pivotal role in your community. You have the incredible opportunity to inspire and encourage the next generation, shaping their futures with your dedication.
We understand the importance of providing our educators with the support and resources they need to thrive. We’re committed to empowering you with essential information and tools through this orientation course. We aim to ensure that your experience as an educator here is enriching and fulfilling.
Know that you’re not alone on this journey.
We’re here to support you every step of the way, fostering an environment where you can grow professionally and personally. Together, we’ll work towards creating a brighter future for our children and our communities.
Welcome to Nunavut! We’re excited to have you on our team.
About Teacher Orientation
In Nunavut, teacher orientation departs from the traditional approach and applies to all educators, new and experienced. It lays the groundwork for culturally responsive teaching, builds appreciation through community connection, and prepares you for the classroom in a Nunavut school.
Orientation reflects the dynamic and evolving education system and supports our positive momentum and progress. We value the educator community and work to ensure that everyone is well-supported in our unique and changing environment by providing current information every year.
Investing in you builds a system that empowers educators to create ideal learning environments that promote our children’s academic, social, and emotional success. Our approach supports professional, peer, and personal growth for new and current educators.
About Nunavut
Nunavut -- "our land" in the Inuktitut language - has been home to Inuit for millennia and part of Canada for more than a century. Embracing both traditional knowledge and values and the new opportunities presented by technologies like the Internet, the Government of Nunavut now provides a wide range of services tailored to the unique needs of approximately 37,082 residents.
Over the years, our government has been guided by Inuit Societal Values, including those outlined in Government’s original mandate: Pinasuaqtavut. These societal values are based on the idea that survival in Nunavut’s harsh climate is only achieved by working together on life skills and principles for living. We will continue to be guided by these values from now into the future.
Inuuqatigiitsiarniq: respecting others, relationships and caring for people.
Tunnganarniq: fostering good spirit by being open, welcoming and inclusive.
Pijitsirniq: serving and providing for family and/or community.
Aajiiqatigiinniq: decision making through discussion and consensus.
Pilimmaksarniq / Pijariuqsarniq: development of skills through observation, mentoring, practice, and effort.
Piliriqatigiinniq / Ikajuqtigiinniq: working together for a common cause.
Qanuqtuurniq: being innovative and resourceful.
Avatittinnik Kamatsiarniq: respect and care for the land, animals and the environment.
Need Help?
Contact the Educator Development team for support if you have any questions as you prepare to begin this step on your career journey!