CUPE - TA LIN3315 Introduction to semantics - Winter 2027

uOttawa | Carrières - Careers; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Ottawa is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant for LIN3315: Introduction to Semantics at Main Campus for the 2027 Winter term. The role involves preparation, student contact, grading, and supervision as part of CUPE duties, with delivery in person.

Applicants must hold an undergraduate Honours degree in Linguistics or an equivalent credential. The position is paid hourly at two rates depending on student level, and hours total 100 across January to April 2027.

Qualifications

• Must hold an undergraduate Honours degree in Linguistics or the equivalent.
• Preference for applicants with teaching or tutoring experience.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and support class sessions.
• Interact with students and provide guidance during course activities.
• Grade assignments and provide timely feedback to students.
• Assist with supervision including proctoring during assessments.
• Participate in training and course-related development activities.
• Carry out other teaching-related tasks as needed.

Skills

Preparation

Student interaction

Grading

Training

Research

Education

Undergraduate Honours degree in Linguistics

Job description

Posting Reason: New Position

Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus

Session: 2027 Winter Semester | Trimestre d'hiver

Faculty: Faculté des arts / Faculty of Arts

Unit: Department of Linguistics_Students and Casuals

Job Classification: Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)

Posting Type: Cours précis / Specific course

Course Title: Introduction to Semantics

Course Code: LIN3315

Section: A

Supervisor name (if known): Naomi Francis

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/11/09

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/11/23

Description of tasks (hours):

• Recherche / Research:0
• Préparation / Preparation:10
• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:21
• Correction - Notation / Grading:62
• Surveillance / Proctoring:0
• Formation / Training:2
• Autre / Other:5

Number of positions: 1

Expected Enrolment: 37

Work Start Date: January 01, 2027

Work End Date: April 30, 2027

Total Work Hours: 100

Hourly Rate: AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $33.83 ou/or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027)

Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; while graduate students will be paid at the higher rate.

These rates do not include vacation pay nor statutory pay.

Method of Delivery: in person

Language of Work: Anglais | English

Requirements and Nature of Work: Must hold an undergraduate Honours degree in Linguistics or the equivalent.

Additional Information and/or Comments: The distribution of hours may vary depending on the actual needs of the course. All University of Ottawa employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training offered by the University. The list of training requirements may be modified by provincial law. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require. We may consult with the Health and Wellness sector of Human Resources, if needed. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence. The hiring process will be governed by the current CUPE 2626 collective agreement;

The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact the academic unit to communicate the accommodation need. Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

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