Math and Numeracy Instructor (Programming)
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Job summary
University of Toronto Mississauga is seeking an in-person Math and Numeracy Instructor to co-design a 4-week program combining essential math review with learning-strategy instruction. You will co-facilitate sessions, create worksheets, and support student engagement in a collaborative learning environment.
The role emphasizes inclusive teaching, development of instructional materials, and use of educational technologies to enhance student success in calculus and foundational math.
Qualifications
- Degree in Mathematics Education or a closely related discipline.
- Knowledge of high school or first-year university mathematics, particularly calculus.
- Experience with co-curriculum development.
- Experience teaching, tutoring, facilitating workshops, or providing academic support to post-secondary students in mathematics or computational sciences.
- Familiarity with student success, retention, and academic support initiatives in a post-secondary environment.
- Knowledge of evidence-based learning strategies, study skills, math/test anxiety and academic success practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and effectively.
- Experience developing instructional materials, learning activities, or assessments.
- Ability to foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus support units.
- Proficiency with educational technologies and learning management systems (such as Quercus or similar platforms).
Responsibilities
- Participate in planning meetings and program review activities.
- Design engaging lessons and activities that reinforce foundational mathematics concepts relevant to first-year calculus and mathematics courses.
- Collaborate with the Learning Strategist to integrate learning strategies and academic skill development into instructional content.
- Facilitate 3-9 hours of weekly in-person instruction.
- Support facilitated group-work sessions focused on collaborative learning and problem solving.
- Encourage student participation, persistence, and confidence throughout the program.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of the program's Quercus course shell.
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Job description
This new math program is an in-person academic support initiative designed to help students strengthen foundational mathematics knowledge and develop effective learning strategies. The program is designed to support students who are seeking to address knowledge gaps, reflect on their learning, build confidence, and prepare for first year university calculus courses. Through interactive instruction, facilitated group work, independent exercises, and feedback, the program aims to improve student readiness, retention, and overall academic success. The program is designed to primarily support students who intend to take first-year calculus classes (MAT 132/34, 135/36).
Working collaboratively with the Learning Strategist (Math & Numeracy Focus), the Math and Numeracy Instructor will co-design a 4-week in-person program which combines a review of essential mathematical concepts (e.g., algebra, trigonometry, functions) with learning strategy instruction (e.g., critical thinking, problem solving, resilience, managing test anxiety). The Instructor will develop mathematics co-curricular materials, co-facilitate weekly sessions with the Learning Strategist, create worksheets/math aids, and provide student support and feedback. The Instructor will foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and community-building.
Program session will be held in-person at the UTM Campus. Tentative Program schedule:
Four-week program from November 2nd - November 27th, 2026.
Tuesday, November 3, 10, 17 and 24 from; 3pm-5pm or 1pm-3pm
Thursday, November 5, 12, 19, 26 from 9am-11am
Friday, November 6, 13, 20, 27 from 1pm-3pm or 5pm-7pm
Exact days and times are tentative
$56.46/hour (Writing Instructor 1)$60.69/hour (Wriitng Instructor 2)$62.48/hour (Writing Instructor 2 - Priority)
All positions are subject to budgetary approval. Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
All positions are subject to budgetary approval. Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Degree in Mathematics Education or a closely related discipline.
Demonstrated knowledge of high school or first-year university-level mathematics, particularly calculus and foundational mathematical concepts.
Experience with co-curriculum development
Experience teaching, tutoring, facilitating workshops, or providing academic support to post-secondary students in mathematics or computational sciences.
Familiarity with student success, retention, and academic support initiatives in a post-secondary environment.
Knowledge of evidence-based learning strategies, study skills, math/test anxiety and academic success practices.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and effectively.
Experience developing instructional materials, learning activities, or assessments.
Ability to foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus support units.
Proficiency with educational technologies and learning management systems (such as Quercus or similar platforms).
Familiarity with course content of MAT102H, MAT133Y, MAT132/4H, MAT135/6H are preferred.
Experience as a secondary school mathematics teacher, university or college level course instructor
Participate in planning meetings and program review activities.
Design engaging lessons and activities that reinforce foundational mathematics concepts relevant to first-year calculus and mathematics courses.
Collaborate with the Learning Strategist to integrate learning strategies and academic skill development into instructional content.
Facilitate 3-9 hours of weekly in-person instruction.
Support facilitated group-work sessions focused on collaborative learning and problem solving.
Encourage student participation, persistence, and confidence throughout the program.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of the program's Quercus course shell.
The the company embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact hr@unitedstatesdigital.space.
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