Teaching Assistant EDKP 448 KPE W27

McGill University; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

McGill University in Montreal seeks two Teaching Assistants to support the course Exercise and Health Psychology (EDKP 448 001) in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education. Appointments run Jan 5, 2027 to Apr 14, 2027, with start Dec 28, 2026 and end Apr 30, 2027.

Each TA will work ~75 hours (150 total) for the term at $38.46/hr. Eligible candidates must be graduate students, fluent in English, with coursework in exercise/health psychology and strong course familiarity.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate student enrolled at McGill University (MSc or PhD).
• Completion of an undergraduate or graduate course in exercise/Health psychology (or related).
• Familiarity with course content.
• English, spoken and written.
• French, spoken and written, is an asset

Responsibilities

• Evaluation/mark assessments (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

Exercise/Health psychology

Course content familiarity

English proficiency

French asset

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. A Teaching Assistant is a Graduate Student employed to assist the Course Supervisor as a Teaching Assistant in a classroom environment. 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.

Required Duties

• 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;

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 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].