Teaching Assistant EDKP 342 KPE W26

McGill University; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking Teaching Assistants for its Kinesiology and Physical Education program. Candidates must be graduate-level students, fluent in English, and familiar with the course content. Responsibilities include assisting with lectures and leading lesson planning for students. This position offers $37.34/hr, with a total of 240 hours for the term from January to April 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in Kinesiology and Physical Education program with teacher preparation.
• Familiar with course content.

Responsibilities

• Videotape six half-day labs in schools.
• Lead students in lesson planning and reflections of their teaching.
• Assist with lectures, in-house labs, and marking of exams.

Skills

Familiarity with course content

English, spoken and written

French, spoken and written

Education

Graduate (master’s or PhD) student enrolled at McGill University

Job description

Overview

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Hiring Unit and Course Details

Hiring Unit: Department Kinesiology and Physical Education

Course Title and Course Number: EDKP 342 Physical Education Methods

Name and Title of Course Supervisor: Professor William Harvey

Position Summary

This requisition is for three positions, at 80 hours each for the term, totaling 240 hours for the semester, in the Department Kinesiology and Physical Education. Course dates are January 5, 2026 to April 14, 2026. Effective dates of appointment are December 29, 2025 to May 1, 2026.

Estimated Number of Positions: 3

Total Hours of Work per Term: Min 80 hours each (total 240 hours)

Hourly Rate: $37.34/hr

Required Duties

• Videotape six half-day labs in schools
• Lead students in lesson planning, reflections of their teaching (approximately 6 hours/week for 6 weeks)
• Assist with lectures, in-house labs, and marking of exams, etc.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate (master’s or PhD) student enrolled at McGill University, ideally the Kinesiology and Physical Education program with teacher preparation (teacher certification)
• Familiarity with course content
• English, spoken and written
• French, spoken and written, is an asset

Application Deadline

• Applicants have until November 14, 2025 (11:59PM) to apply for this posting.

McGill University is Committed to Equity in Employment.

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.

Additional Details

Position Start Date: 2025-12-29

Position End Date: 2026-05-01

Deadline to Apply: 2025-11-14

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