Fall 2026 TA: Psychosocial Theories in Occupational Therapy - OCC1 618

McGill University • Montreal, QC

3d • CA$38 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Teaching Assistant (TA) for the course 'Psychosocial Theories in Occupational Therapy' (OCC1-618) for the Fall 2026 term. The TA will work under the supervision of and in collaboration with the course coordinators to support teaching materials, facilitate seminar groups, offer tutorials, participate in workshops, evaluate assignments, and prepare/deliver a lecture. The role also involves supporting course logistics, organizing student seminars, participating in teaching team meetings, and assisting with final exam grading if needed. The position requires a combination of online and in-person activities.

Requirements

• Current Masters or Doctoral student at McGill.
• Desired Major(s): Occupational Therapy (required)
• Desired Degree Level: Bachelors (Prior to 2009) or Masters in occupational therapy
• 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....).
• Must be eligible to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

• Graduate teaching experience is preferred and an asset.
• Candidates with experience of facilitating groups (in therapy, community, and/or in research) will be prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in supporting with the teaching material
• Independently facilitate a closed seminar group of 10 students in learning group dynamics (21 hours)
• Offer tutorials to their assigned students (5 hours)
• Participate in group dynamics prep workshops (5 hours)
• Evaluate student group dynamics assignments, including establishing inter-rater reliability (15 hours)
• Prepare and deliver a lecture related to their interest/knowledge that is aligned with the course (2 hours)
• Engage in debriefing and mentorship with the course coordinator (5 hours)
• Organize/communicate with the student pairs to assign them into group dynamics seminars taking into account student accommodations, holy days etc. (2 hours)
• Participate in teaching team meetings (5-6 hours)
• Assist in grading the final exam if needed (3-4 hours)

Benefits

• McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community.
• McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree