Teaching Assistant HISP 226 - Winter 2027

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Hiring Unit:

Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures

Course Title:

Hispanic Civilization 2.

Course Code:

HISP 226 001

Estimated Number of Positions:

1

Total Hours of Work per Term:

180

TA positions only available to McGill registered graduate students

You must be a student registered at McGill University in an MA or PhD degree program in the Winter 2027 term.

Hiring Unit:

Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures

Course Title and Course Number:
HISP 226 Hispanic Civilization 2

Estimated Number of Positions:
1 position

Total Hours of Work per Term:
180 hours

*Hours are dependent on course enrollment

Job Description:

Exam preparation, revision, invigilation and processing (photocopying, distribution, collection, filing, online posting when required); assist the instructor in the organization of the course; attend and prepare lectures; research material for the course (library, internet, departmental resources); assist students (individually or in groups; hold office hours); maintain MyCourses (uploading research, upkeep of webpage); Discussion Board/Social media supervision.

Qualifications:

Registered graduate student in Hispanic Studies; experience working with computers, internet, and scanners; Adequate knowledge of the political, cultural, and social history of both Spain and Latin America is a must; knowledge of web publisher or MyCourses (WebCT) an asset (must be willing to be trained by McGill IT); excellent organization and communication skills. Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English.

Required documentation:

Please include a CV and Cover letter explaining why you are the best candidate.

Hourly Salary: $38.46

Position Start Date: January 5, 2027
Position End Date: May 7, 2027

Deadline to Apply: October 29, 2026

International students must have a valid study permit, social Insurance number (SIN), and Canadian bank account.

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.

Hourly Salary:

$38.46

Position Start Date:

2026-10-09

Position End Date:

2027-05-07

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-29

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