Course Lecturer EDEE Elementary School Mathematics

The first of two courses specially designed for elementary school pre-service teachers. Focused on key areas of what teachers need to know and be able to do to support students' development of mathematical understanding (focus on mathematics content, students' reasoning, and pedagogy). Provides insight and understanding of the Quebec elementary mathematics program.

November 2 - 16, 2026

November 16, 2026; 11:59 p.m.

3 (This course is not team-taught)

2

Winter 2027

January 27 - February 14, 2027

January 13 - March 1, 2027

Jan 27-31;
Feb 10-14: W-F: 6pm-9:15;
Sat: 9am-Noon & 1:00pm – 4:30pm, Sun: 9am-12:15pm

Chisasibi (731);
Mistissini (741)

Travel, taxi/mileage, accommodation and per diems from Montreal are covered by the Office for instructors who require it.

• 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)

• 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 or consultant in the partnering school system 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 curriculum and/or instructional approaches 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.

• 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.
• The course instructor is expected to demonstrate capacity and willingness to modify the course to the educational, social, and cultural context of the community in which it is being delivered.
• Availability to participate in course coordination and planning activities prior to the course start date (approximately two weeks in advance; online format).
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with Indigenous issues in First Nations and Inuit contexts, for example, through prior teaching, community engagement, or relevant academic or professional work.

Effective dates of appointment are January 13 - March 1, 2027.

Course dates are January 27 - February 14, 2027.

This course will be offered in-person in Chisasibi and Mistissini following the schedule above.

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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.

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Bureau de l’éducation des Premières Nations et des Inuit (OFNIE)

Mathématiques au primaire 1