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This posting is for one unionized contractual course-by-course appointments to teach one course as a Course Lecturer. Course lecturer positions are governed by the Collective Agreement between McGill University and McGill Course Lecturers and Instructors Union (MCLIU)-CSN.
Hiring Unit: Office of First Nations and Inuit Education
Course Number-Section and Title (CRN): EDPE 300-707 Educational Psychology
Course Description
Curriculum and Instruction: Selected theories, models, and concepts relevant to planning and reflecting upon educational practice and improvement. Overview of development, learning, thinking, motivation, individual differences, etc. In relation to applications in classroom teaching and learning, the complementary role of counsellors and psychologists, educational computing and technology. The Youth Protection Act.
Posting Dates: October 17 - 21, 2025
Application Deadline: October 21, 2025
CL Credits: 3 (This course is not team-taught)
Number of Positions Available: 1
Term: Fall 2025
Course Dates: October 27 - November 1, 2025
Contract Dates: October 27 - November 15, 2025
Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:30–5:00 p.m.
Location: Kangiqsujuaq (707) In Person
Travel, taxi/mileage, accommodation and per diems are covered by the Office for instructors who require it.
Teaching Qualification Requirements (TQRs):
Education
- Master’s or PhD in Educational Psychology, Applied Cognitive Psychology, Learning Sciences, Human Development, or equivalent
OFNIE Additional Requirement.
- 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
- Knowledge of educational and psychological theories
- Knowledge of the application of educational and psychological theories to authentic settings
- Experience in college/university teaching in this subject or professional experience in teaching K-12
- Knowledge of Ministère de l’Éducation et de l’Enseignement supérieur (MELS) requirements
OFNIE Additional Requirement
- 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
- Knowledge of the impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Experience as a teacher and/or consultant in the partnering school board 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 and/or instructional approaches grounded in Indigenous knowledge and pedagogies.
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.
OFNIE Additional Requirement
- This course must be modified to the cultural, social and educational contexts of the community in which it is being given.
- Must be available to attend course coordination and planning meeting minimum of 2 weeks in advance of the course start date
- Preferred candidate will have demonstrated cultural awareness of and sensitivity to Indigenous issues in First Nations and Inuit contexts and connection to First Nations and Inuit communities.
Information supplémentaires/Additional Information:
Effective dates of the appointment are October 27 - November 15, 2025. Course dates are October 27 - November 1, 2025.
This course will be offered in person in Kangiqsujuaq 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.
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