Professional Issues in Early Childhood Studies

University of Guelph; Toronto; On-site; CAD 6,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Guelph-Humber invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer to teach ECS*4030 (Professional Issues in Early Childhood Studies) in-person in Winter 2027 on the Toronto campus. Two sections are available.

The role requires a Masters related to ECS (and related qualifications), prior teaching experience at college/university level, and the ability to foster a supportive learning environment. Right of First Refusal applies to eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Degree: Masters related to Early Childhood Studies.
• A degree related to ECS plus a Masters related to the course.
• Past teaching experience at college or university level.
• Strong knowledge of current issues in Early Childhood Studies.

Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training and introductory sessions
• Office hours and student consultations
• Course preparation and material development
• Invigilating exams and grading student work
• Participation in course website training

Skills

Teaching experience

Course design

Assessment and feedback

Education

Masters in ECS

ECS-related degree + Masters for course

Doctorate in ECS or related to children

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

SL400323-Winter 2027-ECS*4030 (ECS Program) Professional Issues in Early Childhood Studies

Sessional Lecturer, Unit 2

Academic Unit:

Guelph Humber Programs

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Winter 2027

Number of Available Work Assignment(s) / Sections:

2

Level of Work Assignment(s):

1

Right of First Refusal (RoFR)

A Sessional Lecturer holds a RoFR (i.e., for a particular course) if they have successfully taught the course in the past six (6) semesters. A SL who holds a RoFR to this course is required to exercise their right by way of the online hiring system. Also see: What is Right of First Refusal (RoFR)?

A Sessional Lecturer Currently Holds a Right of First Refusal for this Course:

Yes

Number of Assignments that Carry the Right of First Refusal:

2

Course Number:

ECS*4030 (ECS Program)

Course Name:

Professional Issues in Early Childhood Studies

Course Format:

In-Person

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

Other Course Description or Assignment Information:

This course explores current issues and trends in professional practice. Through collaborative learning and reflective practice, students acquire skills in best practices such as effective communication and conflict resolution. The importance of advocacy and empowerment in relation to marginalization and power are investigated. Students examine their personal and professional values, supporting the process of making ethical decisions related to the field of early childhood studies.-To view course outlines from previous offerings of this course (if available), please visit: https://www.guelphhumber.ca/academic-services/course-outlines- Classes held on University of Guelph-Humber campus (Toronto).

55/section

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training
• Office Hours
• Preparation
• Student Consultation
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading

Other Duties (specified below)

Other Duties Described:

Instructor may be required to participate in course website training.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Degree:

Masters related to field

Other

A degree related to ECS plus a Masters related to the course

Prior Teaching Experience:

Successful teaching related to field at college or university level

Required competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content:

Work experience related to field.Knowledge and/or expertise in the content of the course (through research, education or professional experience).

Preferred Qualifications

Degree:

Other

Doctorate in the field of ECS and/or related to children OR professional designation (other than RECE)

Specific Preferred competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content:

Candidates should provide in their application evidence of prior teaching experience and teaching success/excellence related to course content, which may include a dossier, teaching philosophy, examples of teaching innovations, course developments, evaluations of previously taught courses (e.g., peer evaluations and/or student feedback), reference letters, and any other relevant information they wish to have evaluated by the selection committee (some documents on file in the department or program, such as UofGH Student Feedback Questionnaires of courses taught on UofG contracts, may also be used).Demonstrated understanding of and work experience with current issues and trends in professional practice within early childhood education.Demonstrated strong familiarity with current research in the field of Early Childhood Studies and directly related to the content of the course.Evidence of fostering a supportive learning environment/community, such as responsiveness, engagement and adaptability, including creating a safe space for students to voice their questions/concerns.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

Section 01: Monday 8:55 AM - 11:35 AMSection 02: Monday 12:35 PM - 3:15 PM

Period of the Work Agreement (Start Date and End Date):

January 7, 2027 to April 30, 2027

Other Posting Information

Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):

Thursday, November 5, 2026

Posting Email Contact:

[e-mail]

EEO Statement

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. For more information, the Office of Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) is a welcoming, safe and confidential one-stop shop for information, training and support on issues relating to diversity and human rights on our campus.

SL work assignments are unionized with CUPE3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 2 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: [e-mail]).

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in-person meetings as required.