Course Lecturer EDEC 203 782 Communication in Education

McGill University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University seeks a skilled instructor for EDEC 203 782, to teach in Gesgapegiag from December 2 to 22, 2026. The role requires delivering course content in English, adapting to Indigenous community contexts, and coordinating with the partnering school board.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree and demonstrates extensive teaching experience, knowledge of the Quebec Education program, and experience developing Indigenous-informed curricula.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; exceptional cases with relevant experience may be considered.
• Expert knowledge of course content as outlined in the course description.
• Knowledge of the Quebec Education program (QEP) and curriculum of partnering school boards.
• Familiarity with Ministère de l’Éducation competencies; ability to reflect Indigenous knowledge and pedagogies in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate the course in Gesgapegiag, adapting to community context.
• Engage pre-service teachers and coordinate with the partnering school board.
• Ensure course content reflects current field advances and community context; participate in planning activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Indigenous education knowledge

Quebec Education program knowledge

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Hiring Unit: Office of First Nations and Inuit Education (OFNIE)

Course Number-Section and Title: EDEC 203 782 Communication in Education

Course Description: Written and oral communication in Education (in English): emphasis on strategies for identifying, analyzing and solving writing and speaking problems. Course work based on academic and professional communication in education, with a particular focus on classroom communication.

Posting Dates: October 26 - November 9, 2026

Application Deadline: November 9, 2026; 11:59 p.m.

CL Credits: 3 (This course is not team-taught)

Number of Positions Available: 1

Term: Fall 2026

Course Dates: December 2 - 22, 2026

Contract dates: November 16, 2026 - January 8, 2027

Schedule: Asynchronous: Final schedule to be confirmed with the successful candidate

Location: Gesgapegiag

Teaching Qualification Requirements (TQRs):

Education

• A Master’s degree (in exceptional circumstances applicants without a Master’s degree but with significant research or professional experience related to the course content may be considered).

Experience

• Expert knowledge of course content as outlined in the course description.
• Knowledge of the Quebec Education program (QEP) and the curriculum of the partnering school board with whom this course is being giving in collaboration.
• Familiarity with the 13 professional competencies specified in the Ministère de l’Éducation
• Knowledge of the impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Experience as a teacher and/or consultant in the partnering school board for which this course is being delivered.
• Experience teaching in the Quebec elementary school system.
• Previous successful experience teaching similar course(s) to pre-service teachers.
• Previous successful experience teaching similar courses in Indigenous communities.
• Experience developing curriculum and/or instructional approaches grounded in Indigenous knowledge and pedagogies.

Other

• Adherence to evolving program requirements concerning course content and program-developed competencies; course content and references must reflect the most current advances in the field.
• The course instructor is expected to demonstrate capacity and willingness to modify the course to the educational, social, and cultural context of the community in which it is being delivered.
• Availability to participate in course coordination and planning activities prior to the course start date (approximately two weeks in advance; online format).
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with Indigenous issues in First Nations and Inuit contexts, for example through prior teaching, community engagement, or relevant academic or professional work.

Information supplémentaires/Additional Information:

Effective dates of the appointment are November 16, 2026 - January 8, 2027. Course dates are December 2 - 22, 2026.

This course will be offered asynchronously in Gesgapegiag following the schedule above.

You are covered by the working conditions specified in the McGill Course Lecturers and Instructors Union collective agreement; https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/files/hr/mcliu_collective_agreement_-_final_version_for_printing_0.pdf.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English Language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Please contact [e-mail] with any questions you may have.

Hiring Unit:

Bureau de l’éducation des Premières Nations et des Inuit (OFNIE)

Course Title:

Communication en éducation

Subject Code:

EDEC 203 782

Location:

Gesgapegiag

Schedule:

Asynchrone: L’horaire définitif sera confirmé avec la personne retenue.

Deadline to Apply:

2026-11-09

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].