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

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Hiring Unit: School of Physical and Occupational Therapy
 

Course Title and Course Number: Psychosocial Theories in Occupational Therapy OCC1-618

Number of Positions: 1 TA Position

Total Hours of Work per Term: 65 hours

Dates: August 17, 2026 – January 8, 2027 (excluding Christmas break and depending on whether TA completes grading responsibilities prior to the end of the semester)
 

Job Description:

Under the supervision of and in collaboration with the course coordinators, the TA will:

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)

Support course logistics

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)

The position will require a combination of online and in-person activities.

Salary: $38.46/hour

Desired Major(s): Occupational Therapy (required)

Desired Degree Level: Bachelors (Prior to 2009) or Masters in occupational therapy

Qualifications:

Current Masters or Doctoral student at McGill.

Graduate teaching experience is preferred and an asset.

Must be eligible to work in Canada

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....).

Candidates with experience of facilitating groups (in therapy, community, and/or in research) will be prioritized.

McGill University is Committed to Equity in Employment.

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Position Start Date:

2026-05-15

Position End Date:

2027-01-08

Deadline to Apply:

2026-05-31

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