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Tunguusaq Preschool is looking for a teacher

The Tunguusaq Daycare Center in Qaqortoq is seeking qualified early childhood educators for its infant care department, with a start date of November 1, 2026, or as otherwise agreed.

The Tunguusaq Daycare Center has a capacity of 44 children and features three rooms: two nursery rooms, each with space for 12 children, and one preschool room with space for 20 children.

*The preschool focuses on cultural values as well as creative activities and hands-on projects based on the country’s resources.

*Our educational approach is based on appreciation, in which the child’s well-being and development are respected and prioritized.

There are four daycare centers in Qaqortoq, where there is good cooperation between the directors and the authorities, and helpfulness is valued.

As a certified educator, your responsibilities at Aqqalu will include the following:

  • Work on the Inatsisartut Act on Educational and Developmental Day Care for Preschool-Aged Children, No. 62, of November 20, 2023.
  • Participate in the effort to bring the preschool's goals to life.
  • Work toward and demonstrate competence in relation to the preschool’s goals, including the focus areas described above. 
  • Participate in the development and implementation of the annual plan.
  • Active in parent involvement.
  • Overseeing educational work and ongoing innovation
  • Good at working with others; mentally and physically strong.
  • Is able to set boundaries.
  • Is able to provide guidance on problem-solving.
  • Someone who can handle multiple tasks in high-pressure situations
  • Has management experience
  • Caring toward children

Child Protection Certificate:

This position is subject to the law requiring the submission of a child care clearance and a criminal record check. Under the law, employment may not begin until the municipality has received a child care clearance.

The child protection certificate is one of the key requirements in the municipality’s decision regarding who should be hired for the position. 

Employment and compensation terms are governed by the collective bargaining agreement between the Self-Government and Perorsaasut Ilinniarsimasut Peqatigiiffiat.

Out-of-towners are assigned housing for which rent and other fees are paid in accordance with applicable regulations.

For more information, please feel free to contact the manager: 

Pilunnguaq Kleist Phone: 648340 Email: tunguusaq@kujalleq.gl 

Applications, including information on education, previous employment, a clean criminal record, copies of diplomas, etc., must be submitted as PDF files no later than October 1, 2026, via the municipality’s website.

PLEASE NOTE: We do not accept applications in paper form or via email; please submit your application as a PDF file electronically through the job posting on our website.

Application deadline: October 1, 2026