The Municipality of Kujalleq is seeking teachers at Tasersuup Atuarfia in Qaqortoq to begin employment on September 1, 2026, or as otherwise agreed.
Qaqortoq is the largest city in South Greenland, with over 3,000 residents. Tasersuup Atuarfia has 420 students. There are 33 classes, including special education classes such as Tungujortuaraq.
There are a total of 46 skilled and experienced teachers, including some newer administrators. The school is divided into four grade levels, and there are teaching assistants who work closely with village teachers and home educators.
In addition, the school operates an after-school program and a student dormitory.
The Municipality of Kujalleq regularly holds effective training courses for its employees to foster good teamwork and innovation, and is open to higher education opportunities.
We expect you to:
- Has a teaching degree
- Is positive, committed, and proactive
- Willing to engage in positive collaboration with colleagues, management, and parents
- Sees opportunities rather than limitations
- Is motivated to be part of a flexible and development-oriented school environment
- Can contribute to and help further develop teamwork in a school organized into departments
We can offer you:
- A development-oriented school environment that offers opportunities for personal and professional growth
- An exciting position in a school system where educational development is a top priority under the new elementary school regulations, and in a municipality where education is a high political priority
- An exciting position in a school system with excellent opportunities for professional growth.
- An open and supportive group of teachers, and a strong network of colleagues.
- Great opportunities to make a difference and leave your mark on the school.
- Good support as a new teacher in schools
- Great coworkers in an inspiring team environment
Salary and Terms of Employment
Employment is governed by the collective bargaining agreement between Naalakkersuisut and the Greenland Teachers’ Union (IMAK), the Greenland Primary School Teachers’ Union dated May 25, 2021, and the framework agreement between Naalakkersuisut and IMAK dated October 28, 1998
Relocation Travel:
In connection with employment, the employee and their family are reimbursed for travel expenses, and after three years, their travel expenses are reimbursed if the teacher leaves the job; furthermore, according to the rules, a relocation allowance is provided.
Staff
Housing: Housing may be provided, for which rent and a security deposit are paid in accordance with applicable rules.
Child Protection Certificate:
These positions are subject to the law requiring the submission of a child protection certificate. Under the law, employment may not begin until the municipality has obtained a child protection certificate.
The child protection certificate is one of the key requirements in the municipality’s decision regarding who will be hired for the position.
For more information, please contact
If you are interested in this position, please feel free to contact us for more detailed information about the position and related responsibilities at:
can be obtained from Assistant Principal Karlina Lundblad; email: klun@kujalleq.gl; phone: +299 64 82 22
Application
Applications marked with Job No. 26-147, along with educational certificates and documentation of previous employment, etc., must be uploaded before the deadline expires.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically via the link at the bottom of this page, where you can attach your application and resume.
Application deadline: August 3, 2026
NOTE: We do not accept paper applications or emails; please submit your application electronically as a PDF file via the job posting.
Application deadline: August 3, 2026
