Course Lecturer EDEE 253-004 DISE W27

McGill Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 6,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for a Winter 2027 appointment to teach the course “Kindergarten Classroom Pedagogy” in the Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE). The course integrates language arts, mathematics, science, and other subjects for preschool children, taught in French, with a strong emphasis on developmental readiness.

The candidate will bring expertise in early childhood pedagogy, have an MA in a relevant field, teaching credential in Kindergarten, and ideally

Qualifications

• 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 as master teacher/instructor in Early childhood pedagogy and related areas

Skills

Master teacher/instructor

Early childhood pedagogy

Developmentally appropriate practice

Play-based approaches

Unit planning (UBD)

Education

MA in preschool/Kindergarten 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

Subject Code

EDEE 253 004

Course Description

EDEE 253-004. Kindergarten Classroom Pedagogy. (PIF) 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. This course is taught in French. A high level of proficiency in French and ability to teach in French are required

Term & Appointment Dates

Term: Winter 2027 Appointment dates: December 21, 2026 - April 30, 2027

Course Credits

3

Location

Education Building (EDUC 629)

Schedule

Tuesday, 02:35 pm-05:25 pm

Teaching Qualification Requirements (TQRs)

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'Education

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 meeting minimum of 2 weeks in advance of course start time

Posting Period & Deadline

October 1-15, 2026 Deadline to apply: October 15 (11:59 PM)

Eligibility and Working Conditions

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both 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

Equity & Inclusion

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]

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