Teaching Assistant EDKP 495 KPE W27

McGill University; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

McGill University’s Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education is hiring two unionized teaching assistant contracts for the course EDKP 495 Scientific Principles of Training. Each TA will assist the Course Supervisor in a classroom setting, proctor and mark exams, and hold office hours (in person or virtually).

Requirements include a BSc in Kinesiology or related field with classroom or lab experience in clinical exercise physiology or the course topics.

Qualifications

• BSc in Kinesiology or related field with classroom/lab experience.
• Experience in clinical exercise physiology or scientific training principles.
• Ability to proctor, mark, and assist the course supervisor in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Proctor and mark midterm and final exams.
• Mark assignments.
• Hold office hours (in-person or virtual) to address student questions/concerns about exams, assignments and course material.

Skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field

Job description

Hiring Unit

Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education

Course Title

Scientific Principles of Training

Course Code

EDKP 495 001

Estimated Number of Positions

2

Total Hours of Work per Term

3

Position Overview

This posting is for two 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).

Hiring Unit

Department Kinesiology and Physical Education

Course Title and Course Number

EDKP 495 Scientific Principles of Training

Name & Title of Course Supervisor

Dennis Jensen, Associate Professor

Estimated Number of Positions

2 positions

Total Hours of Work per Term

50 Hours each (Total 100 hours)

Hourly Rate

$38.46/hr

Position Summary

Assist instructor with (1) proctoring and marking of midterm and final exams; (2) marking assignments; and (3) holding office hours (either in-person or virtual) to address student questions/concerns about exams, assignments and perhaps also course material.

Qualifications

BSc in Kinesiology or related field, with evidence of classroom, research (laboratory), and/or professional experience in clinical exercise physiology (EDKP 485) or scientific principles of training (EDKP 495).

Language Requirements

Fluency in English is required. Fluency in French is a benefit, but not required

Application Deadline

• Applicants have until November 2, 2026 (11:59PM) to apply for this posting.

Equity and Diversity Statement

McGill University is Committed to Equity in Employment.

Work Authorization

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.

Language Requirements in Detail

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

Equity Statement

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].