Grader
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Grader: FACC 150 Foundations of Engineering Practice and Communication
Job Description Summary
The grader is responsible for grading assessments, posting grades, and returning assessments to students. Assessments may include, but are not limited to, quizzes, homework, exams, and presentations.
Job Description
- Grade assignments and exams for FACC 150 Foundations of Engineering Practice and Communication according to guidelines established by the instructor.
- Provide constructive, detailed, and timely feedback to students on written work and other assessments.
- Maintain accuracy, fairness, and consistency in grading.
Typical Functions
(i.) Marks assignments and exams following set guidelines.
(ii.) Completes grading keys and provides detailed, constructive feedback.
(iii.) Completes grading and returns feedback by specified deadlines.
(iv.) Maintains records of grades by entering them into MyCourses and/or Excel files.
(v.) Provides timely feedback to support student learning and improvement.
(vi.) The list of functions outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks which may be performed by an incumbent.
Estimated total number of hours 40
Qualifications
- Familiarity with course content, such as having previously completed FACC 100, FACC 250, FACC 400, or equivalent engineering communication coursework.
- Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in progress
- Strong written communication skills and demonstrated ability to provide constructive feedback on written work in English.
- Attention to detail and ability to apply grading rubrics consistently.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet grading deadlines.
- Experience using MyCourses, Excel, or other learning management systems is considered an asset.
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
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:
$20.00Position Start Date:
2026-09-26Position End Date:
2026-12-22Deadline to Apply:
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