Course Lecturer EDES 334-001 DISE W27

McGill Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences; Quebec; On-site; CAD 3,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for Teaching Secondary Social Studies 1 (EDES 334 001). This course examines Quebec and other secondary social studies curricula, focusing on objectives, theory, structure, and resources, with teaching methods spanning history, geography and economics.

The appointment is for Winter 2027, at the Education Building (EDUC 211). Classes meet Fridays 2:35 pm–5:25 pm; a Master’s degree (or extensive classroom experience) is required, with PhD an asset and a

Qualifications

• Master educator with an MA in social studies education or related field and/or extensive teaching experience.
• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field is an asset.
• Experience teaching undergraduate or graduate level courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach EDES 334-001: Teaching Secondary Social Studies 1.
• Apply equity, diversity and inclusion in pedagogy.
• Use online platforms to support teaching and learning.
• Coordinate with department and manage course schedule.

Skills

Equity & inclusion

Online platforms

Blended teaching

Digital teaching tools

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree

PhD asset

Tools

myCourses

Zoom

Job description

Hiring Unit: Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE) Course code and title: EDES 334-001.

Teaching Secondary Social Studies 1.

Description: An examination of Quebec and other secondary school social studies curricula: Objectives; theoretical orientation; course structures; curriculum resources. Teaching and learning methodologies both common to the social studies and specific to the disciplines of history, geography, and economics. This course is not Team taught or offered online.

Term: Winter 2027 Course Credits: 3.

Location: Education Building (EDUC 211) Schedule: Friday, 02:35 pm-05:25 pm Appointment dates: December 21, 2026 - April 30, 2027.

Teaching Qualification Requirements (TQRs):

Education

• 1. Master educator with an MA in a relevant field (i.e. social studies education, social studies teaching and learning) and/or extensive relevant experience as a school educator/teacher/pedagogue
• 2. PhD or equivalent in a relevant field is an asset

Experience

• 1.Expert knowledge of: Methods of teaching the social studies curriculum in the secondary schools of Quebec Disciplinary underpinnings of the main area(s) of inquiry in the social studies and the ways in which they can be taught for meaning and understanding The epistemological workings of at least one main discipline underlying the social studies (history) A diverse range of approaches, methods, and strategies for the teaching of social studies (history)
• 2. Previous successful experience teaching similar course(s) at the undergraduate or graduate level
• 3. Experience as a history/social studies teacher/educator in the Quebec educational system

Other

• 1.Knowledge of the impact and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion
• 2.Familiarity using myCourses, ZOOM and other similar online platforms to facilitate quality teaching and learning experiences
• 3.Familiarity teaching blended classes is an asset
• 4.Familiarity with the application of a variety of digital teaching and learning tools
• 5.Familiarity with the 13 professional competencies specified by the Ministère de l’Éducation

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

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.

Hiring Unit: Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE) Course Title: Teaching Secondary Social Studies 1 Subject Code: EDES 334 001 Location: Education Building Schedule: Friday, 02:35 pm-05:25 pm Deadline to Apply: 2026-10-15

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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