Course Lecturer EDEE 280 760/762 OFNIE W27

McGill University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University seeks an experienced instructor for the Winter 2027 offering of EDEE 280 760/762: Geography, History and Citizenship Education. The course targets elementary teachers, integrating Indigenous knowledge and the Quebec Education Program, with in-person sessions in Kahnawà:ke.

Appointment dates are March 15 to May 7, 2027, with course dates March 29 to April 23, 2027. Travel from Montreal is covered.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree (in exceptional circumstances applicants without a Master’s degree but with significant research or professional experience related to the course content may be considered)
• 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 given in collaboration.
• Familiarity with the 13 professional competencies specified in the Ministère de l’Éducation
• Experience as a teacher, administrator, or consultant in the partnering school system for which this course is being delivered.
• Experience teaching in the Quebec elementary school system
• Previous successful experience teaching similar course(s) 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.
• Knowledge of the impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Modify course content to reflect the educational, social, and cultural context of the community where it is delivered.
• Participate in course coordination and planning activities prior to the course start date (approximately two weeks in advance; online format).
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with Indigenous issues in First Nations and Inuit contexts through teaching, community engagement, or relevant academic or professional work.
• Ensure course content and references reflect current advances in the field.

Skills

Expert knowledge of course content

QEP knowledge and curriculum

Indigenous knowledge integration

Teaching in Quebec elementary system

Indigenous community education

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Hiring Unit: Office of First Nations and Inuit Education (OFNIE)

Course Number-Section and Title: EDEE 280 760/762 Geography, History and Citizenship Education

Course Description

Designed for elementary school teachers. A multi-disciplinary and cross-curricular investigation of various citizenship education themes, geographical regions and historical periods as outlined in the Quebec Education Program.

Posting Dates: November 3 - 17, 2026

Application Deadline: November 17, 2026; 11.59 p.m.

CL Credits: 3 (This course is not team-taught)

Number of Positions Available: 2

Term: Winter 2027

Contract Dates : March 15 - May 7, 2027

Course Dates: March 29 - April 23, 2027

Schedule: (Statuatory Holiday: March 29); 3 nights: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 6:00- 9:15; March 30, 31, April 1; April 5; April 12; April 19

Location: Kahnawà:ke

Travel from Montreal is covered by the Office for instructors who require it.

Teaching Qualification Requirements (TQRs):

Education

• A Master’s degree (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

• 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 giving in collaboration.
• Familiarity with the 13 professional competencies specified in the Ministère de l’Éducation
• Experience as a teacher, administrator, or consultant in the partnering school system for which this course is being delivered.
• Experience teaching in the Quebec elementary school system
• Previous successful experience teaching similar course(s) 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.
• Knowledge of the impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion.

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.
• The course instructor is expected to demonstrate capacity and willingness to modify the course to the educational, social, and cultural context of the community in which it is being delivered.
• Availability to participate in course coordination and planning activities prior to the course start date (approximately two weeks in advance; online format).
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with Indigenous issues in First Nations and Inuit contexts, for example through prior teaching, community engagement, or relevant academic or professional work.

Informationsupplémentaires/Additional Information:

Effective dates of the appointment are March 15 - May 7, 2027. Course dates are March 29 - April 23, 2027.

This course will be offered in person in Kahnawà:ke 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.

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.

Please contact [e-mail] with any questions you may have.

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

Course Title:

Géographie, histoire et éducation à la citoyenneté

Subject Code:

EDEC 280 760/762

Location:

Kahnawà:ke

Schedule:

(Jour férié : 29 mars); 3 soirs : lundi, mardi et jeudi, de 18 h à 21 h 15; les 30 et 31 mars et le 1er avril; le 5 avril; le 12 avril; le 19 avril

Deadline to Apply:

2026-11-17

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].