Teaching Assistant EDKP 448 KPE W27

McGill University; Montreal; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University in Montreal invites applications for two Teaching Assistant positions in Exercise and Health Psychology (EDKP 448 001). Each TA will contribute 75 hours over the term, with an hourly rate of $38.46 CAD.

Appointments run Dec 28, 2026 to Apr 30, 2027, with the deadline to apply on 2026-11-02. Responsibilities include evaluating assessments, leading in-class discussions, and managing myCourses content.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate (master's or PhD) student enrolled at McGill University, ideally the Kinesiology and Physical Education program.
• Completion of an undergraduate or graduate course in exercise/ health psychology (or related) familiar with course content.
• English, spoken and written; French, spoken and written, is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation/mark assessments (e.g., tests, quizzes, and/or written assignments);
• Lead and facilitate activities/discussions in‑class and/or on myCourses;
• Assist with the management of myCourses content.

Skills

Graduate student

English proficiency

French helpful

Education

Master's or PhD student

Job description

Hiring Unit: Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education Course Title: Exercise and Health Psychology Course Code: EDKP 448 001 Estimated Number of Positions: 2 Total Hours of Work per Term: 2 This posting is for one unionized contractual appointments.

Teaching Assistant Positions are governed by the Collective Agreement between McGill University and the Association of Graduate Students Employed at McGill (AGSEM).

Name & Title of Course Supervisor Shane Sweet, Associate Professor.

Estimated Number of Positions: 2 Total Hours of Work per Term: 75 hours Hourly Rate: $38.46/hr Position Summary: This requisition is for two position, at 75 hours (150 hours total) for the term, in the Department Kinesiology and Physical Education. Course dates are January 5, 2027 to April 14, 2027. Effective dates of appointment are December 28, 2026 to April 30, 2027.

• Evaluation/mark assessments (e.g., tests, quizzes, and/or written assignments);
• Lead and facilitate activities/discussions in‑class and/or on myCourses;
• Assist with the management of myCourses content;

• Must be a graduate (master's or PhD) student enrolled at McGill University, ideally the Kinesiology and Physical Education program.
• Completion of an undergraduate or graduate course in exercise/ Health psychology (or a closely related course) Familiarity with course content.
• English, spoken and written.
• French, spoken and written, is an asset

Application Deadline: Applicants have until November 2, 2026 (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.

Hourly Salary: $38.46 Position Start Date: 2026-12-28 Position End Date: 2027-04-30 Deadline to Apply: 2026-11-02

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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