Course Lecturer - EDEE 253-001 DISE W27

McGill Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences; Quebec; On-site; CAD 6,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications to teach Kindergarten Classroom Pedagogy (EDEE 253-001) within the Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE) for Winter 2027. Location: Education Building, EDUC 113, with a Monday schedule and December 21, 2026–April 30, 2027 appointment dates.

The candidate should hold MA in a relevant field, a teaching degree or equivalent in Kindergarten education, and ideally a PhD. Prior university teaching and knowledge of equity and inclusion are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as master teacher/instructor in early childhood pedagogy and developmentally appropriate practice (UBD for preschool).
• Experience in Quebec education system as administrator or master teacher/instructor.
• Familiarity with Ministère de l’Éducation competencies.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coordinate Kindergarten education content for DISE course.
• Collaborate with instructors and attend planning meetings at least 2 weeks before start date.
• Incorporate equity, diversity and inclusion into pedagogy and course design.

Skills

Master teacher experience

Early childhood pedagogy

Play-based approaches

Education

MA in early childhood education

Teaching degree or equivalent in Kindergarten education

PhD or equivalent asset

Tools

myCourses

Zoom

Job description

Hiring Unit

Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE)

Course Title

Kindergarten Classroom Pedagogy (EDEE 253-001)

Course Details

• Term: Winter 2027
• Course Credits: 3
• Location: Education Building (EDUC 113)
• Schedule: Monday 02:35 pm-05:25 pm
• Appointment dates: December 21, 2026 - April 30, 2027

Description

Elementary Education: An orientation to the Kindergarten curriculum. Integration of the school subject areas (language arts, second language, mathematics, social sciences, science, expressive arts, moral and religious education, and physical education) in a manner appropriate to the developmental level of the pre-school child. This course is not Team Taught or offered online.

Teaching Qualification Requirements

• Education: MA in a relevant field (i.e. preschool/Kindergarten education)
• Teaching degree or equivalent in Kindergarten education
• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field is an asset

Experience

• Experience as a master teacher/instructor in early childhood pedagogy & developmentally appropriate practice, QEP 4- & 5-year-old preschool programs, play-based approaches in early childhood, early literacy & numeracy, and multi-literacies for preschool aged children; unit planning (UBD) for early childhood classrooms
• Experience as early childhood school administrator, and/or early childhood master teacher/instructor in the Quebec educational system
• Familiarity with the professional competencies specified by the Ministère de l’Éducation

Other

• Previous successful experience teaching similar course(s) at the undergraduate or graduate level
• Knowledge of the impact and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion
• Familiarity using myCourses, ZOOM and other similar online platforms to facilitate quality teaching and learning experiences
• Familiarity teaching blended classes is an asset
• Familiarity with the application of a variety of digital teaching and learning tools

Other Information

• Commitment to working with a team of committed and engaged instructors
• Must be available to attend course coordination and planning meetings minimum of 2 weeks in advance of course start date

Posting Period

October 1-15, 2026

Application deadline

October 15, 2026 11:59 PM (2026-10-15)

Eligibility / Work Authorization

To work at McGill University you must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located. 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.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialised 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].

About McGill University

Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer.

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