McGill University

Education

TeachingAssistant

$0–0k Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada PART TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Teaching Assistant at McGill University. Skills: STEM education, Course support. Attend all classes. Read required material”

Industry & Context.

Education
Eligibility Requirements

Authorized to work in Canada, Willing to work in Quebec

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Current Masters or PhD student at McGill University, Study in the subject matter of the course, Experience using myCourses, Good command of English language, Good communication skills, Teaching skills

What You'll Do.

Read required material

Consult and communicate with course instructor

Communicate effectively

Respond to student inquiries by email

Respond to student inquiries via myCourses

Respond to student inquiries via Microsoft Teams

Respond to student inquiries via Zoom

Assist during lectures

Manage online courses

Lead discussion groups

Monitor discussion board

Respond to discussion board posts

Conduct virtual tutorials

Hold virtual office hours

Assist with course material

Assist with assessments

Assist with grading of exams

Assist with grading of other course work

Be present during midterms

Be present during other exams

Ensure confidentiality regarding course-related information

Treat all students equally

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Course instructor

Communication Scope

English language

Full Job Description

**Please refer to the[How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates)](https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/files/hr/apply_at_mcgill_university_-_guide_for_external_candidates_en.pdf) 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:** Technology and Innovation **Course Title:** Exploring the World of STEM **Course Code:** 010 **Estimated Number of Positions:** 1 **Total Hours of Work per Term:** 45 Teaching Assistant positions for the Summer 2026 semester. These positions are only open to McGill University Graduate Students. **Please note that all announcements are considered tentative pending final determination of course offerings and enrolments.** **Hiring Unit:** School of Continuing Studies, Technology and Innovation Academic Domain **Course Title and Course Number:** YCSC 010 - Exploring the World of STEM **Hiring Dates:** July 13, 2026 to August 01, 2026 **Estimated Number of Positions:** 1 **Total Hours of Work:** Number of hours vary by position: 45 **Position Summary:** Must assist the course lecture with all aspects of the course which could include, but is not limited to: * Attend all classes in course * Reading required material and any secondary material necessary for preparation of tutorials and class discussions; * Consult and communicate with course lecturer; * Assist students learning; * Effectively communicate with students; * Respond to student inquiries by email, myCourses, Microsoft Teams or Zoom. * Assist during classes; * Online course management including leading discussion groups, monitoring the discussion board and responding to questions; * Conduct 3 hours of virtual (online) tutorials per week * Hold virtual office hours; * Assist students with course material and a

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