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Course Lecturer EDEC 247 731/756 OFNIE F26
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Hiring Unit
Office of First Nations and Inuit Education (OFNIE)
Course Number-Section and Title
EDEC 247 731/756 Policy Issues in Quebec and Indigenous Education
Course Description
The organization of Quebec education, including Indigenous education, from historical, political, social, cultural and legal perspectives. The implications and contributions of policy decisions to schools, students, and families.
Posting Dates
July 24 - August 3, 2026
Application Deadline
August 3, 2026
CL Credits
3 (This course is not team-taught)
Number of Positions Available
2
Term
Fall 2026
Course Dates
September 1 - 17, 2026
Contract dates
August 17 – October 2, 2026
Schedule
- Wk 1 & 3: T, W & R, 9am-12pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
- Wk 2: T & R, 9am-12pm online
Location
Chisasibi (731); Waskaganish (756)
Teaching Qualification Requirements (TQRs)
- Education
- 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
- 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 given 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.
- The course instructor is expected to demonstrate capacity and willingness to modify the course to the educational, social, and cultural context of the community in which it is being delivered.
- Availability to participate in course coordination and planning activities prior to the course start date (approximately two weeks in advance; online format).
- Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with Indigenous issues in First Nations and Inuit contexts, for example through prior teaching, community engagement, or relevant academic or professional work.
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Information supplémentaires/Additional Information
- Effective dates of the appointment are August 17 – October 2, 2026. Course dates are September 1 - 17, 2026.
- This course will be offered in person in Chisasibi (731) and Waskaganish (756) 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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Hiring Unit
Bureau de l’éducation des Premières Nations et des Inuits (BEPNI)
Course Title
Enjeux politiques en matière d'éducation au Québec et dans le domaine autochtone
Subject Code
EDEC 247 731/756
Location
Chisasibi/Waskaganish
Schedule
- Semaines 1 et 3 : T, W et R, 9h-12h et 13h30-16h00 ; Semaine 2 : T&R, 9h-12h en ligne
Deadline to Apply
2026-08-03
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.
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