2026 (Jan) | Sessional Instructional Asst. | RSM2123H | Intl Business in World Economy

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Instructional Assistant for the course RSM2123H. Responsibilities include assisting in grading, proctoring exams, and holding tutorials. The ideal candidate has a graduate degree in Economics, with a PhD preferred. Strong familiarity with course materials and previous TA experience are also important. This position offers an hourly rate starting at $54.27 plus vacation pay, starting January 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Individual with a graduate degree, strong academic background in Economics.
• PhD preferred or suitably qualified graduate.
• Familiarity with course materials and supporting educational concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in grading assignments.
• Proctor final exam.
• Invigilate tests and exams as required.
• Hold tutorials and office hours.

Skills

Strong academic background in Economics

Previous TA experience

Familiarity with course materials

Education

Graduate degree (PhD preferred)

Job description

2026 (Jan) | Sessional Instructional Asst. | RSM2123H | Intl Business in World Economy

Faculty/Division: School of Management

Department: School of Management

Campus: St. George (Downtown)

Description:

• Assist in grading assignments
• Proctor final exam
• Invigilate tests and exams as required
• Hold tutorials and office hours
• Other duties as assigned

Qualification:

• Individual with a graduate degree, strong academic background in Economics. PhD preferred or suitably qualified graduate.
• Familiarity with course materials, supporting educational concepts and previous TA experience strongly preferred.
• Previous experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience for this position.

Class Schedule: Courses may be online or in‑person, so candidates must be available and comfortable with both.

Sessional Dates of Appointment: Jan 1 – Jan 30, 2026

Minimum hourly rate:
Jan 1, 2026: $54.27 plus 4% vacation pay
Sep 1, 2026: $55.25 plus 4% vacation pay

Notes: This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement. It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrollment.

Policies: The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Candidates from equity‑seeking groups are encouraged to apply and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

Application Procedure:

• Send current resume and application form via email to [e-mail] with subject “RSM2123H TA Application – Your Name”.
• Include a brief statement explaining why you are applying to this course.
• Applications will not be accepted at the email address that is listed for employment or job posting inquiries.
• For detailed information on the application procedure, visit https://cupeha.utm.utoronto.ca/

Accessibility Statement: The University is committed to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and seeks to make its recruitment, assessment and selection processes accessible. If you require accommodations, please contact [e-mail] or, during employment, contact your supervisor or the Health & Wellbeing Programs & Services at [e-mail].