CUPE - Fall 2026 - TA - CML1611

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

5d•CA$32 - CA$50•Onsite

About The Position

The CML1611 course (Compétences et habiletés juridiques) is a required course for first-year students enrolled in the French-language Common Law Program and the Canadian Law Program. The course will be taught in three sections, each with approximately 40 students. You will be assigned to one of these groups for the entire academic year. You will advise your peers and also act as a mentor. The approximate time commitment for the semester is about 4–5 hours per week for two semesters. You must also apply for this position for the winter term (Posting No. JR35436).

Requirements

GPA of 7.0 or higher
Completion of the CML 1611 course with a grade of B+ or higher
Excellent communication skills (especially in French)
Ability to use technology for teaching purposes
Ability to take initiative, work independently while collaborating with the professor and other teaching assistants
All applications must include: your resume; a copy of your most recent law school transcript or a copy of your grade report (include your Winter 2026 grades); two references (contact information—letters are not required). All documents must be submitted together in a single PDF file.

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching or tutoring experience is an asset
Experience working with the Law Review is an asset

Responsibilities

lead seminars/tutorials on topics related to legal research or other aspects of the course (writing, advocacy, etc.)
attend some of the classes
be available to answer students’ questions regarding two of the assignments
meet with course professors as needed
proctor legal research quizzes (which will take place in person on campus)
provide feedback on student assignments regarding the technical aspects of the McGill Guide and the writing component (three (3) assignments)
assist with the First-Year Moot Court Competition (specifically, be available on the Saturday morning of the competition (March 2027) to serve as a court clerk.