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Teaching Assistant - ARCH 551 W27

Application Deadline:31 October 2026
MacDonald Harrington, CA

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Job Description

This position is for a Teaching Assistant for ARCH 551, Urban Design and Planning, at McGill University. Responsibilities include preparing course materials, reviewing assignments, and engaging with students in meetings and workshops. Applicants must be graduate students in a relevant post-professional Master's or doctoral program with knowledge of urban design and planning, and demonstrated excellence in written communication.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare course materials and help with delivery of resource material to students via MYCOURSES.
  • Review and provide feedback on student assignments.
  • Engage with students in course-related meetings and semi-structured workshop exercises .

Requirements

  • Graduate student enrolled in a post-professional Master's or doctoral program in Urban Planning, Architecture, or a related field.
  • Preference for students who previously completed the course.
  • Working knowledge of urban design, planning, and landscape-related issues.
  • Demonstrated excellence in written communication and academic writing.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive rapport with students.
  • Ability to respond effectively to student inquiries and provide academic support.
  • Experience evaluating assignments, papers, and examinations, and providing constructive feedback.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
  • Comfortable speaking in front of groups and, if required, delivering one or more lectures during the term

About This Position

When do applications close for this position?

Applications for Teaching Assistant - ARCH 551 W27 at McGill University close on 31 October 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.

Where is this position based?

The position is based at McGill University, in MacDonald Harrington, CA. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.

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