CUPE: Winter 2027 - Teaching Assistant - ESL 130 W100

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Ottawa is seeking a tutor for Academic Enhancement in English (ESL 130) to support group-based lessons on campus. The role involves assisting in lesson preparation, delivering activities, and reporting on class progress.

The position runs Jan 12, 2027 to Apr 16, 2027 with in-person delivery and a total of 130 work hours. Compensation is hourly at CAD 31.89 to CAD 50.25, reflecting experience and duties.

Qualifications

• Excellent command of the English language.
• Capacity to facilitate group work through a student-centered, task-based approach.
• Interview may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and delivery of lessons from a teacher-provided framework.
• Attend group meetings and report on class activities.

Skills

English proficiency

Public speaking

Student-centered teaching

Lesson planning

Job description

Academic Enhancement in English

Course Code: ESL 130

Section: W100

Supervisor name (if known):

Date Posted: 2026/10/09

Applications must be received BEFORE 2026/11/10

Description of tasks

• Recherche / Research:0
• Préparation / Preparation:52
• Contact avec étudiants / Contact with Students:78
• Correction - Notation / Grading:0
• Surveillance / Proctoring:0
• Formation / Training:0
• Autre / Other:0

Number of positions: 1

Expected Enrolment: 25

Work Start Date: January 12, 2027

Work End Date: April 16, 2027

Total Work Hours: 130

Hourly Rate: AE-RA-Tuteur / TA-RA-Tutor : $31.89 ou/or $50.25 (2024-2025)

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

Nature of work: Assist in the preparation and delivery of lessons from a framework provided by teachers. Attend group meetings and report on class activities.

Course description: Integrated four-skills (listening, reading, speaking and writing); includes grammar review, vocabulary development, study skills, use of IT resources, learning strategies and intercultural competence; approach is student-centered, interactive, and task based; emphasis is on formative evaluation.

Requirements: Capacity to facilitate group work through a student-centered, task-based learning approach and to explain the English verb system, sentence structure, and academic vocabulary to second language learners. Previous ESL training and classroom experience is an asset; classroom multimedia experience is an asset; excellent command of the English language; interview may be required.

Please note: This course is offered exclusively on the University of Ottawa campus and requires in-person instruction.

Schedule: Mon & Fri: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM & Tues 2:30 PM - 5:20 PM

Additional Information and/or Comments

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.

The University offers a generous pay and benefits package that includes a competitive salary, a defined benefit pension plan, group insurance coverage and an employee and family assistance program.