Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). Hiring Unit: School of Physical and Occupational Therapy Course Title and Course Number: Psychosocial Theories in Occupational Therapy OCC1-618 Number of Positions: 1 TA Position Total Hours of Work per Term: maximum 140 hours Dates: August 18, 2025 – January 9, 2026 (excluding Christmas break and depending on whether TA completes grading responsibilities prior to the end of the semester) Job Description: Under the supervision of and in collaboration with the course coordinators, the TA will: Actively participate in supporting with the teaching material Independently facilitate a closed seminar group of 12 students in learning group dynamics (24 hours) Offer tutorials to their assigned students (minimum 6 hours) Evaluate student group dynamics assignments, including establishing inter-rater reliability (10-12 hours) Prepare and deliver a lecture related to their interest/knowledge that is aligned with the course (2 hours - optional) To attend all classes or review the lecture recordings for all classes in order to be aligned with course content to facilitate seminars and evaluate students (~50 hours, if the TA has recently participated in the course, or has extensive knowledge in multiple areas of psychosocial theories then this will be minimized/selective) Engage in debriefing and mentorship with the course coordinators (5 hours) Support course logistics Take minutes during team meetings (4-5 per semester x 1-2 hours each =10 hours) Administer MyCourses throughout the semester (announcements, communications, organization of assignment submission folders, discussion boards, etc. ~ 15 hours) Communicate with and assist guest lecturers to post material on MyCourses and manage the zoom scheduling for online portions of the course (2 hours). If participating in evaluating student exams (12 hours – dependent on other factors) The position will require a combination of online and in-person activities. Salary: $37.34/hour Desired Major(s): Occupational Therapy (required) Desired Degree Level: Bachelors (Prior to 2009) or Masters in occupational therapy Qualifications: Current Masters or Doctoral student at McGill. Graduate teaching experience is preferred and an asset. Must be eligible to work in Canada Clinical and/or research experience focused on psychosocial/mental health aspects of occupational therapy practice with any clientele or age range. Specific knowledge and skills with psychosocial theory/ies (e.g. CBT, Psychosocial rehabilitation, psychodynamic....). Candidates with experience of facilitating groups (in therapy, community, and/or in research) will be prioritized. McGill University is Committed to Equity in Employment. Hourly Salary: $36.25 Position Start Date: 2025-05-06 Position End Date: 2026-01-09 Deadline to Apply: 2025-06-01 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, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca. Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer. Grandescunt Aucta Labore. By work, all things increase and grow. Find a sense of purpose. Develop your future. Join us today.
