Course Lecturer EDPI 309: Diverse Learners

McGill University; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University invites applications for teaching a Winter 2027 course titled Diversité des apprenants (EDPI 309 710) with OFNIE. The position runs January 18 – March 12, 2027, with classes online and in Kanehsatake, 17:30–20:45.

Strong knowledge of inclusive education and Indigenous perspectives is required, with a track record in higher education teaching. The successful applicant will work with OFNIE to deliver a rigorous curriculum, ensure compliance with MELS requirements, and adapt

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Educational Psychology, Applied Cognitive Psychology, Learning Sciences, Human Development, or equivalent.
• Exceptional circumstances considered for candidates with significant relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach a university course (EDPI 309 710) on diverse learners and inclusive education.
• Coordinate and plan course activities prior to the start date (online and in-person components).
• Maintain alignment with the Quebec Education Program (QEP) and ministry requirements.
• Adapt course content to the community’s educational, social, cultural, and linguistic context.

Skills

Educational theories

Indigenous education concepts

Adapt content to community context

University teaching experience

MELS requirements knowledge

Education

Master’s or PhD in Educational Psychology or related field

Job description

Hiring Unit

Office of First Nations and Inuit Education (OFNIE)

Course Number, Section and Title

EDPI 309 710 Diverse Learners

Curriculum and Instruction

Inclusion debates; review of the evolution of the history of inclusive education; models of development (eco-systemic models); characteristics, teaching practices; teachers' roles in inclusive classrooms. Overview of characteristics, causes, needs, and teaching strategies for diverse and exceptional students, teaching and learning for differences in intellectual, emotional, behavioural, sensory, physical and learning domains found in effective inclusive classrooms. Working with families.

Posting Dates

November 6 - 21, 2026

Application Deadline

November 21, 2026; 11:59 p.m.

CL Credits

3 (This course is not team-taught)

Number of Positions Available

1

Term

Winter 2027

Course Dates

February 2 - 25, 2027

Contract dates

January 18 – March 12, 2027

Schedule

Tuesdays and Wednesdays(online) and Thursdays (in person), from 5:30–8:45 p.m.

Location

Kanehsatake

Teaching Qualification Requirements

Education

• Master’s or PhD in Educational Psychology, Applied Cognitive Psychology, Learning Sciences, Human Development, or equivalent.
• 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

• Knowledge of educational and psychological theories.
• Knowledge of the application of educational and psychological theories to authentic settings.
• Experience in college/university teaching in this subject or professional experience in teaching K-12.
• Knowledge of Ministère de l’Éducation et de l’Enseignement supérieur (MELS) requirements.

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.

OFNIE Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of the concepts of Inclusive Education.
• Training and experience working in schools with students with diverse needs.
• 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 delivered.
• Familiarity with the 13 professional competencies specified by the Ministère de l’Éducation.
• Knowledge of the impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities and a demonstrated ability to integrate pedagogical approaches grounded in equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous perspectives.
• Experience as a teacher, administrator, or consultant in the partnering school system for which the course is being delivered.
• Experience teaching in the Quebec elementary school system.
• Previous successful experience teaching similar courses to pre-service teachers.
• Previous successful experience teaching similar courses in Indigenous communities.
• Experience developing curriculum, instructional approaches, and/or policy grounded in Indigenous knowledge and pedagogies.
• Demonstrated capacity and willingness to adapt course content to the educational, social, cultural, and linguistic context of the community in which the course is being delivered.
• Availability to participate in course coordination and planning activities prior to the course start date (approximately two weeks in advance, online).

Information supplémentaires/Additional Information

Effective dates of the appointment are January 18 – March 12, 2027. Course dates are February 2 - 25, 2027.

This course will be offered in person in Kanehsatake 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.

Hiring Unit

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

Course Title

Diversité des apprenants

Subject Code

EDPI 309 710

Location

Kanehsatake

Schedule

Les mardis et mercredis (en ligne) et les jeudis (en personne), de 17 h 30 à 20 h 45

Deadline to Apply

2026-11-21

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].