Teaching Assistant HISP 226 - Winter 2027

McGill University; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University in Montreal is seeking a Teaching Assistant for Hispanic Civilization 2 (HISP 226 001). The position requires 180 total hours per term for Winter 2027 and is open to McGill registered graduate students in an MA or PhD program.

Responsibilities include exam preparation, invigilation, assisting the instructor, grading support, organizing the course, and maintaining MyCourses. Strong Spanish and English, along with solid organization, are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered graduate student in Hispanic Studies; experience working with computers, internet, and scanners.
• Adequate knowledge of the political, cultural, and social history of both Spain and Latin America is a must.
• Knowledge of web publisher or MyCourses (WebCT) an asset (must be willing to be trained by McGill IT)
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English

Responsibilities

• Exam preparation, revision, invigilation and processing (photocopying, distribution, collection, filing, online posting when required)
• Assist the instructor in the organization of the course
• Attend and prepare lectures
• Research material for the course (library, internet, departmental resources)
• Assist students (individually or in groups; hold office hours)
• Maintain MyCourses (uploading research, upkeep of webpage)
• Discussion Board/Social media supervision

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in English

Excellent organization

Strong communication

Computer/Internet proficiency

Education

MA or PhD program in Hispanic Studies

Tools

WebCT / MyCourses

Job description

Position Details

Hiring Unit: Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures Course Title: Hispanic Civilization 2. Course Code: HISP 226 001 Estimated Number of Positions: 1 Total Hours of Work per Term: 180 TA positions only available to McGill registered graduate students You must be a student registered at McGill University in an MA or PhD degree program in the Winter 2027 term.

Hiring Unit: Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures Course Title and Course Number: HISP 226 Hispanic Civilization 2 Estimated Number of Positions: 1 position Total Hours of Work per Term: 180 hours *Hours are dependent on course enrollment.

Responsibilities

• Exam preparation, revision, invigilation and processing (photocopying, distribution, collection, filing, online posting when required)
• assist the instructor in the organization of the course
• attend and prepare lectures
• research material for the course (library, internet, departmental resources)
• assist students (individually or in groups; hold office hours)
• maintain MyCourses (uploading research, upkeep of webpage)
• Discussion Board/Social media supervision

Qualifications

• Registered graduate student in Hispanic Studies; experience working with computers, internet, and scanners
• Adequate knowledge of the political, cultural, and social history of both Spain and Latin America is a must
• knowledge of web publisher or MyCourses (WebCT) an asset (must be willing to be trained by McGill IT)
• excellent organization and communication skills
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English

Salary and Dates

Hourly Salary: $38.46 Position Start Date: January 5, 2027 Position End Date: May 7, 2027 Deadline to Apply: October 29, 2026

Hourly Salary: $38.46 Position Start Date: 2026-10-09 Position End Date: 2027-05-07 Deadline to Apply: 2026-10-29

Additional Requirements

International students must have a valid study permit, social Insurance number (SIN), and Canadian bank account.

Diversity and 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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