Course Lecturer EDKP 241- 731/741/771 OFNIE W26

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EDKP 241 - 731/741/771 Indigenous Physical Education

Course Description: Designed to prepare students to teach physical recreation activities of their Indigenous culture such as Indigenous games, stunts, combatives, gymnastics and dance activities belonging in the cultural context.

Course Credits: 3

​Number of positions available: 3

Term: Winter 2026

Course Posting Dates: February 18 - 22, 2026

Application deadline: February 22, 2026

Course Dates: March 11 - March 29, 2026

Contract dates: March 2 - April 10, 2026

Schedule: Mar 11-15; Mar 25-29: W-F: 6pm-9:15; Sat: 9am-Noon & 1:00pm – 4:30pm, Sun: 9am-12:15pm

Location:

731 - Chisasibi

741 - Mistissini

771 - Whapmagoostui

Travel (flight), taxi fare/mileage, flight, accommodations and per diem covered by the Office for instructors who require it.

Teaching Qualification Requirements:

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 giving in collaboration.

• Familiarity with the 13 professional competencies specified in the Ministère de l’Éducation

• Experience as a teacher, administrator, 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 instructional approaches and/or policy grounded in Indigenous knowledge and pedagogies.

• Knowledge of the impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion.

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 This course must be modified to the educational, social, and cultural context of the community in which it is being delivered.
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.  

OFNIE Additional Requirements

• This course must be modified to the educational, social, and cultural context of the community in which it is being delivered.

• 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. 

Additional Information:

Effective dates of appointment are March 2 - April 10, 2026. Course dates are March 11 - 29, 2026.

This course is offered in-person in Chisasibi, Mistissini, and Whapmagoostui 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/fi les/hr/mcliu_collective_agreement_-_fi nal_version_for_printing_0.pd f 

Please contact [email protected]  with any questions you may have.

Hiring Unit:

Office of First Nations and Inuit Education

Course Title:

Indigenous Phys Ed

Subject Code:

EDKP 241 731/741/771

Location:

Chisasibi/Mistissini/ Whapmagoostui

Schedule:

Mar 11-15; Mar 25-29: W-F: 6pm-9:15; Sat: 9am-Noon & 1:00pm – 4:30pm, Sun: 9am-12:15pm

Deadline to Apply:

2026-02-22

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, [email protected].