Regional Inclusive Schooling Coodrinator

Government of Northwest Territories; Fort McPherson; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort Delta Divisional Education Council in the Northwest Territories seeks a Regional Inclusive Schooling Coordinator to lead inclusive education across schools and strengthen indigenization and land-based learning.

The role partners with educators, families and community organizations to implement competency-based IEPs, provide coaching, liaise with Indigenous governments, and support professional development while traveling regionally.

Qualifications

• Experience in inclusive schooling and student support.
• Ability to develop, implement and evaluate competency-based IEPs.
• Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning and positive behaviour supports.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and culturally responsive pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school staff and families to implement inclusive programming across schools.
• Coach and mentor teams to strengthen inclusive practices for diverse learners.
• Model evidence-based strategies in communication, self-regulation, and differentiated instruction.
• Liaise with Indigenous governments and partner organizations to coordinate services.
• Support professional development and in-service workshops on inclusive practices.

Skills

Collaboration

Leadership

Communication

Facilitation

Travel readiness

Indigenous knowledge sensitivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Eligible for Northwest Territories Teaching Certificate

5+ years teaching experience in inclusive schooling

Job description

Department Information

Beaufort Delta Divisional Education Council

Job Information

Who is BDDEC:

The Beaufort Delta Divisional Council is a forward-thinking, community-driven institution that fosters an inclusive and culturally rich learning environment. Grounded in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, indigenization, inquiry, and land-based education, we are dedicated to providing a holistic and competency-based curriculum that honours Indigenous knowledge and traditions.

Position Overview:

We seek a dedicated and visionary Educator to serve as the Regional Inclusive Schooling Coordinator. The successful candidate will provide leadership and guidance in supporting inclusive education practices across schools, ensuring that all students¿regardless of ability, background, or circumstance¿are provided with equitable opportunities to learn and thrive. This role emphasizes collaboration with educators, families, and community partners to strengthen inclusive programming, advance indigenization, and promote culturally responsive and land-based learning. The ideal candidate will champion diversity, foster a competency-based approach to curriculum and instruction, and contribute to creating learning environments that honour and reflect the unique strengths and identities of all learners in the Northwest Territories.

Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with school administration, teaching staff, support staff, parents/guardians and other stakeholders to implement inclusive programming. Support schools in developing, implementing, and evaluating competency-based Individual Education Plans (IEPs) that align with student strengths, measurable goals, and NWT curriculum outcomes.
• Coach and mentor school teams to strengthen inclusive practices that support students with autism, learning disabilities, and complex or intense behavioural needs.
• Model and promote evidence-based strategies in areas such as communication, self-regulation, social-emotional learning, and differentiated instruction.
• Liaise with external agencies and partner organizations (e.g., Indigenous governments, health/child‑care/mental‑health agencies) to coordinate services for students.
• Support delivery of professional development, in‑service training, workshops for school staff on inclusive education practices, assessment and student support.
• Coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, directives, tools, guidelines, programs and practices for inclusive education and student support.
• Monitor and manage budgets, funding allocations and reporting related to inclusive schooling programs and student support services.
• Collect and analyze data, prepare written reports, briefing notes, and presentations to senior leadership, Trustees/Board or territorial education authorities on inclusive schooling outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Actively promote culturally-responsive, trauma-informed, student‑centred, family‑centred, inclusive practices that respect local Indigenous cultures, languages and community contexts.
• Limited travel across the region (communities, schools) to provide on‑site support, consultation and implementation.
• Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Education
• Eligible for a Northwest Territories Teaching Certificate
• The following criteria will be essential considerations in the hiring process:
• Several years of teaching experience (often 5+ years) including experience in inclusive schooling/student support or exceptionalities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with students with diverse needs, exceptionalities, and disabilities, including autism, developmental delays, learning disabilities, attention and executive functioning challenges, and emotional/behavioural disorders.
• Expertise in developing, implementing, and evaluating competency-based Individual Education Plans (IEPs) that emphasize student strengths, measurable goals, and culturally responsive practices.
• Strong understanding of inclusive pedagogy, differentiated instruction, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and positive behaviour supports.
• Demonstrated leadership in program development, staff training/mentoring, inclusive practices, and working across culturally diverse contexts
• Strong understanding of inclusive education, student assessment and reporting, curriculum development, as well as Indigenous cultural, language and education contexts.
• Excellent communication (oral/written), collaboration, facilitation and coordination skills; ability to travel to remote communities.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, culturally responsive pedagogy, and the ability to engage with Indigenous governments, Elders, and community members.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Beaufort Delta Divisional Education Council

Bag Service #12

Inuvik, NT X0E 0T0

Tel [phone] Ext. 510

Email: [e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Priority for Northwest Territories Teachers' Association positions shall be granted as follows:

• Priority 1: Teachers who have received official lay-off notice;
• Priority 2: Stage One Priority (S1P) - Indigenous people who are recognized members and descendent of a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit people indigenous to the present boundaries of the Northwest Territories;
• Priority 3: Stage Two Priority (S2P) - Indigenous people who are recognized members and descendent of a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit people indigenous to areas of Canada, outside of the present boundaries of the Northwest Territories.;
• Priority 4: Indeterminate Teachers eligible for Transfer or Promotion and not included in Priorities 2 & 3;
• Priority 5: Term teachers not included in Priorities 2 & 3;
• Priority 6: NWT Resident Teachers not employed by the GNWT or included in Priorities 2 & 3;
• Priority 7: Teachers who are not residents of the NWT and who are not included in Priorities.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # BDDEC-2026-36

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary Information

Salary is dependent on verified education and experience (ranging from $95,232.00 to $153,748.00 pro-rated per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance based on the NWTTA Collective Agreement